Structural Analyst Engineer

As an early mover in the in-space transportation and infrastructure services, Momentus is at the forefront of the commercialization of space. With an experienced team of aerospace, propulsion, and robotics engineers, Momentus has developed a cost-effective and energy-efficient in-space transport system. 

Daring problems require daring solutions.  We boldly charge into uncharted territory knowing that no matter the outcome we will benefit from the journey and move closer to our goals no matter what. Our teams know that working at Momentus means more than building innovative technology, it means creating entirely new markets in the space economy. We are level-headed, business-minded strategic thinkers intent on providing immediate value to our customers today while simultaneously preparing for the vast possibilities of the future. If this sounds like you, we should talk.

The Structural Analyst Engineer will participate in the mechanical and structural design of flight hardware and will follow programs through execution of assembly, integration, and test.  The ideal candidate should be comfortable working in a fast-paced environment and quickly adapting to new challenges. 

Key Responsibilities: 

• Structural analysis of the spacecraft at the unit-level and system level using hand calcs and finite element analysis
• Providing recommendations to mechanical design team to improve the spacecraft design for better environments
• Generation of structural test specifications for components and for customer payloads
• Conduct mechanical testing of systems and components including vibration testing, static load testing, and shock testing

Required Skills and Experience 

• Demonstrated experience with dynamics analysis using Femap/Nastran or similar finite element analysis software
• Deep understanding of structural dynamics (modal analysis, resonance, damping, and random vibration)
• Familiarity with the launch environment and space environment and how it affects mechanical hardware
• Familiarity with material selection
• Ability to work independently
• Excellent technical communications skills 
• Good written and verbal communications skills

Desired Skills and Experience: 

• Experience defining requirements for mechanical systems and components
• Experience analyzing and testing space hardware with demonstrated on-orbit success 
• Deep understanding of spacecraft structural loads (quasi-static loads, random vibration, shock, thermo-mechanical) 
• Familiarity with Coupled Loads Analysis 
• Experience running vibration and shock testing
• Previous experience working on DoD and other USG development and deployment programs 
• Ability to hold and maintain a USG Security Clearance 

Education & Work Experience: 

• BS degree in Mechanical Engineering or Engineering Mechanics, or a closely related discipline 
• 5+ year relevant experience 

Compensation: 

Annual Base Salary Range: $130,000.00 - $170,000.00/per year 

Base pay is one part of our total compensation package (base+bonus+equity) and is determined within a range. Your actual base salary will be determined on job-related knowledge and skills, education, and experience.  Our benefit plans include medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401k retirement plan, short and long term disability and life insurance. We also offer flexible PTO, along with 11 paid holidays, sick time and paid parental leave.

This is a full-time position in San Jose, California. This position requires access to export-controlled commodities, technical data, technology, software, and services. U.S. citizenship, U.S. legal permanent resident status, or protected person status under 8 U.S.C. § 1324b(a)(3) is required. 

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

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