Venus Aerospace
Sr. Structures Engineer
Houston, TX · Senior · Contract
Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 82 days ago
ANSYSFEAStructural AnalysisMechanical DesignCommunicationCollaboration
About the role
- B.S. in Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering
- 5+ years of structural engineering experience
Responsibilities
- With the first generational leap in rocket engine technology since Apollo, our proprietary Rotating Detonation Rocket Engine and Venus Detonation Ramjets deliver historic efficiency and performance across aerospace applications.
Requirements
- Demonstrated proficiency in hand calculations and first-principles analysis
- Familiarity with fatigue analysis methods and principles
Nice to have
- 3+ years of FEA experience (ANSYS preferred)
- 3+ years of CAD experience (NX preferred), including large assembly management
Skills
- Strong communication, collaboration, and team-building skills
Benefits
- Venus Aerospace employee benefits include a 401(k) plan, stock options, and medical benefits, including dental and vision.
- We have a flex-Friday flexible schedule, unlimited PTO, and receive professional development opportunities.
- Messages or any other purposes, such as following up on an application, third party staffing agencies, website technical issues, or any other issues not related to a disability, will not receive a response.
Company info
- Venus Aerospace is revolutionizing rocket engine propulsion. With the first generational leap in rocket engine technology since Apollo, our proprietary Rotating Detonation Rocket Engine and Venus Detonation Ramjets deliver historic efficiency and performance across aerospace applications. We are building the next generation of propulsion platforms that enable breakthrough capabilities in space, defense, and commercial high-speed flight. Our team thrives on solving the toughest engineering challenges and pushing the boundaries of what's possible in aerospace. At Venus, we're looking for bold engineers and innovators who want to make history and redefine the future of propulsion.
- The role: Senior Structures Engineer
- We are seeking a Senior Structures Engineer to lead structural development for aerospace vehicles from a clean sheet. This is a highly interdisciplinary role requiring a strong technical foundation and excellent communication skills. You will help define internal standards and tools, work cross-functionally with other departments, and play a key role in building the structures team and its processes. This position is on-site in Houston, TX and may require travel to support operation, vendors, or other activities. You will be working in a developing start-up environment requiring flexibility and a willingness to take on a wide variety of tasks.
- What You'll Get To Do
- Venus Aerospace is revolutionizing rocket engine propulsion.
- We are building the next generation of propulsion platforms that enable breakthrough capabilities in space, defense, and commercial high-speed flight.
- Our team thrives on solving the toughest engineering challenges and pushing the boundaries of what's possible in aerospace.
- At Venus, we're looking for bold engineers and innovators who want to make history and redefine the future of propulsion.
- We are seeking a Senior Structures Engineer to lead structural development for aerospace vehicles from a clean sheet.
- What Will Set You Apart
Equal opportunity
- Equal Opportunity Employer including Disabled/Veterans.
- Equal Opportunity Employment Policy, please visit our EEOP page.
Visa & Work Authorization
- U.S. Person eligible to work on ITAR-restricted programs
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