Divergent

Senior Structural Analyst - Aerospace & Defense

Torrance, California, United States · Senior

Sponsorship not specified$135k-$185kDetected 21 days ago

FlutterNode.jsMachine Learning

About the role

Apply cutting-edge FE/CAE methodology including nonlinear geometry / nonlinear material / implicit and explicit techniques to address complicated multi-physics problems.

Build up and analyze FE Models of Node™-based vehicle structures for aerospace flight applications or automotive use cases including validation using hand calculations and optimization.
Create, refine, and execute new technical solutions for aerospace structures to support external customer programs and joint development efforts.
Work collaboratively in a team environment within the DAPS Product Engineering team and cross-functionally with other disciplines to efficiently design and release structures that are optimized for mass, efficient production, and assembly.
Work cross-functionally to implement cost reduction, methods and product improvements, and support prototype and production build activities.

Ability to lawfully access information and technology that is subject to US export controls
4+ years of experience in aerospace / automotive structural analysis.
4+ years of experience in analysis software packages such as Nastran, Optistruct, ABAQUS and/or LS-Dyna.
4+ years of experience in non-linear, dynamic stiffness, and durability analyses of structural components
Ability to utilize hand calculations to supplement analysis results.

Material characterization and component / system-level CAE - physical test correlation experience is a plus.
Experience with automotive full vehicle homologation procedure.
Experience with aerospace load applications and MIL-STDs.
Supported or engaged directly with DoD airworthiness stakeholders such as Air Force Test Center (AFTC) or FAA.
Work Environment
Work is performed in an office environment and requires the ability to operate standard office equipment and keyboards.

Present technical analysis summary/reports efficiently at meetings and to other relevant engineers.
Right to Work
Our company participates in E-Verify.
This helps employers verify the identity and employment eligibility of newly hired employees.
Eligibility to Work Poster (English) | Eligibility to Work Poster (Spanish)
Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance (FCIHO)
No agencies, no solicitations, and no calls please.

At Divergent, our pay range is based on the level of the job. For this role, we will consider candidates at levels PNG E05 - PNG E07 as evaluated through our interview process.
PNG / E05: $134,640 - $185,130
PNG / E06: $155,540 - $213,840
PNG / E07: $179,630 - $247,005
$100,880 - $247,005 USD
What We Offer:

Wellness and Time Off: Embrace a healthy lifestyle with paid vacation, sick time, and company holidays, including a year-end shutdown to recharge.
We support growing families with paid parental leave, recognizing the importance of bonding time.
Comprehensive Health and Wellness: Prioritize your well-being with our comprehensive health and wellness benefits, offering both HMO and Premium PPO options.
Additionally, benefit from company-sponsored life insurance and short and long-term disability coverage for peace of mind.
Take advantage of reimbursement opportunities for learning and development initiatives, empowering you to continuously expand your skill set and reach peak performance.

Join our collaborative, dynamic, and high-performing team within a fast-paced, mission-driven company.
Together, we're disrupting the traditional manufacturing industry, fostering innovation, and integrating people and technology to reduce our footprint.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Divergent is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected characteristic.
Divergent provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with Disabilities and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act.
In order to adjust to changes in our business, it may become necessary to add, remove or modify certain duties and responsibilities, or to reassign you to another job position.
From time to time you may be asked to work on special projects or to assist with other work.
Your cooperation and assistance in performing such additional work is expected.

E-Verify: Right to Work
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The information provided on the Form I-9 is compared to the records contained in the Social Security Administration and Department of Homeland Security (DHS) databases.

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