Shield AI
Senior Engineer, Structural Analysis (R6026)
Seattle, Washington · Senior · Full-time · Posted Oct 14, 2026
- Experience
- 5+ years in structural analysis, finite element modeling, or aircraft loads analysis with a B.S.; alternatively, 3+ years with an M.S.
- Education
- B.S. in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or related field; alternatively, an M.S. in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering.
- Visa sponsorship
- Ability to obtain an S//SAR level security clearance desired.
About the job
Supports structural analysis, testing, and optimization of UAV airframes and components to meet performance, weight, and safety requirements.
What you'll do
- Build and refine finite element models and perform structural analyses, including static, modal, fatigue, and vibration analyses.
- Support structural validation testing and analyze flight telemetry and test data to correlate results with models.
- Work with engineering teams to optimize structures, define design loads and margins, and document analysis recommendations.
What they ask for
- Experience with FEA tools such as FEMAP, NASTRAN, HyperWorks, ANSYS, or Patran.
- Ability to perform hand calculations for structural strength and stability; knowledge of composite materials and lightweight aerospace structures.
- Familiarity with mechanical testing methods and proficiency with Excel, MATLAB, Python, or similar.
- Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and ability to work in a team environment.
Nice to have
- Experience in aircraft structural design, UAV airframe development, aerospace testing, or hands-on structural testing.
- Exposure to NX, Catia, SolidWorks, Teamcenter, aerospace standards, structural certification, material selection, or DaDT.
Tools
FEMAP, NASTRAN, HyperWorks, ANSYS, Patran, Excel, MATLAB, Python
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