Anduril
Senior Structural Analyst, Space
$161K–$212K
Costa Mesa, California, United States · Senior · Full-time · Posted Jul 6, 2026
- Experience
- 7+ years is preferred; no required minimum stated.
- Education
- BS or higher degree in engineering or applied physics with a focus in structures.
About the job
Analyzes and tests space hardware structures from concept through launch, guiding design decisions and validating structural performance.
What you'll do
- Develop structural analyses and models to assess loads, stress, deformation, fracture, fatigue, and safety margins.
- Support structural test planning and execution, correlate models with test data, and lead trade studies and mass optimization.
- Collaborate with engineering teams and present analysis findings to internal and external stakeholders.
What they ask for
- BS or higher degree in engineering or applied physics with a focus in structures.
- Deep understanding of statics, dynamics, mechanics of materials, and materials properties.
- Experience with CAD tools such as NX or Solidworks.
- Proficiency in MATLAB or Python; eligible to obtain and maintain an active U.S. security clearance.
Nice to have
- MS or higher degree in engineering or applied physics with a focus in structures.
- 7+ years in a structures, dynamics, or loads-related role; FEA and structural testing experience are also preferred.
Pay
$161,000 — $212,000 USD (base salary)
Tools
NX, Solidworks, MATLAB, Python, ANSYS, Abaqus, NASTRAN
AI focus
The role supports space hardware programs within a team developing AI-powered space capabilities; no specific AI work is stated for this role.
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