Senior Structural Analysis Engineer

Responsibilities

• Assist in building and updating FE models of electric propulsion engine assemblies using ANSA
• Run linear static analyses in Nastran for limit and ultimate load cases
• Support nonlinear analysis tasks in Ansys under direction of senior engineers
• Post-process analysis results in Meta and generate summary tables
• Maintain traceability between analysis inputs and outputs
• Prepare sections of analysis reports
• Collaborate with design and loads teams to incorporate design changes

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Aerospace, Mechanical, or related Engineering field
• 2–4 years of FEA experience on structural assemblies
• Experience with meshing in ANSA or equivalent pre-processor
• Working knowledge of Nastran for linear static analysis
• Familiarity with results post-processing in Meta, FEMAP, or equivalent
• Basic understanding of structural mechanics including stress, strain, and load paths
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Exposure to rotating machinery, powertrain, or electromechanical structural analysis
• Familiarity with Ansys for nonlinear structural problems
• Experience with Python or MATLAB scripting for FEA
• Knowledge of composite or metallic aerospace structural analysis methods
• Familiarity with FAA certification requirements for Part 23 or Part 27 aircraft
• Experience with PDM/PLM tools

About the Company

Archer is an aerospace company based in San Jose, California building an all-electric vertical takeoff and landing aircraft with a mission to advance the benefits of sustainable air mobility.