Stress Analyst (structual) at SST Direct

Seattle, Washington, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

16 Oct, 26

Salary

105.0

Posted On

18 Jul, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Structural Analysis, Finite Element Analysis, Hand Calculations, Static Analysis, Dynamic Analysis, Thermal Analysis, Load Path Analysis, Technical Writing, ANSYS, Nastran, Abaqus, Femap, Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Factor Of Safety Evaluation

Industry

Staffing and Recruiting

Description

We are seeking an experienced Stress Analyst III or Senior Stress Analyst to support the engineering team by performing structural, functional, and dynamic analyses for aerospace ground systems. This role will focus on validating the performance, integrity, and safety of umbilical systems, launch pad structures, ground support equipment, transportation and handling tooling, and other critical aerospace hardware. Location: Seattle, WA Job Type: Contract-to-Hire (REMOTE) Pay Rate: $90 - $102 per hour (DOE) Schedule: Full-Time | Monday-Friday (Overtime as needed) Key Responsibilities Perform structural analysis on aerospace ground support equipment, launch infrastructure, and mechanical hardware. Develop hand calculations and finite element analysis (FEA) models to validate structural integrity and system performance. Analyze static, dynamic, thermal, and load path conditions for aerospace systems. Evaluate umbilical systems for disconnect timing, clearance, and launch/abort loading conditions. Perform structural and functional analysis on ground testing equipment, fixtures, stands, and instrumentation hardware. Validate launch pad structures, integrated mechanical systems, and infrastructure against operational and environmental loading. Analyze transportation and handling equipment including lifting fixtures, transport frames, rigging points, handling rings, and associated tooling. Verify rated loads, factors of safety, and compliance with lifting and handling standards. Prepare formal engineering analysis reports supporting configuration release activities and design reviews. Collaborate closely with design engineers, drafting teams, and cross-functional engineering groups to support product development. Ensure all analyses comply with Blue Origin engineering practices and applicable NASA MSFC standards. Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Structural Engineering, or related engineering discipline. Demonstrated experience performing structural analysis on aerospace hardware, ground support equipment, or complex mechanical systems. Strong understanding of: Static analysis Dynamic analysis Thermal analysis Load path analysis Experience performing both: Hand calculations Finite Element Analysis (FEA) Proficiency with one or more FEA software packages including: ANSYS Nastran Abaqus Femap Or equivalent Experience evaluating factors of safety, rated loads, and structural integrity. Strong technical writing skills with experience preparing engineering reports and analysis documentation. INDH

Responsibilities

Perform structural, functional, and dynamic analyses for aerospace ground systems and launch infrastructure. Develop FEA models and hand calculations to validate the integrity of umbilical systems and handling tooling.