Experienced Stress Analysis Engineer

At Re:Build, our mission is to ensure the next generation of important products are made, at scale, in America. We are laying the foundation for a better future for our customers, employees, and communities by revitalizing America's manufacturing base and creating meaningful jobs across the country, including in historically deindustrialized regions. 
We operate an advanced, end-to-end manufacturing platform that partners with industrial companies and innovators to take products from first concept to full-scale production in critical verticals including aerospace and defense, electrification, medical, energy and environment, and robotics and automation. 
The way we operate is as important as the work we do. It's guided by The Re:Build Way, 16 principles that shape how we collaborate with each other, partner with our customers and vendors, and contribute to the communities where we operate. (link to The Re:Build Way principles)

Answer Engineering, a Re:Build Manufacturing company, is an exceptional engineering firm providing aerospace design and analysis services to companies around the world. The team tackles challenging engineering problems ranging from electric vertical take-off platforms (EVTOL) to space tourism. To meet the demands of our customers, Answer Engineering is embarking on building a first-class support organization to ensure the engineering team can remain focused on engineering challenges. Answer Engineering is a casual work environment where discussions take place in the open, events are frequent including company BBQs and ski trips, and our office remains stocked with a variety of snacks and beverage options. Answer Engineering reinforces the value of having a diverse workforce and promotes equity and inclusion for all employees.

We are looking for Experienced Stress Analysis Engineers to add to our team! As an experienced Senior Stress Analyst, you will be responsible for the design and analysis of aerospace structures and lead teams of younger engineers. This position will encompass all program cycles including concept design, prototyping, detailed analysis, modeling, drafting, manufacturing, testing, and flight. You will frequently use CAD and Finite Element Analysis programs to bring conceptual ideas to reality. Significant experience with analysis programs (Excel, Femap, MATLAB, etc.) is required. You will be responsible to quickly present quality results and reports to customers. You will collaborate between program management, design, and manufacturing teams. To be successful in this role strong presentation and interpersonal skills are a must.

What you get to do!

• Analysis of primary and secondary aerospace structures and systems
• Creating and delivering Finite Element models, results, and presentations to customers
• Communicate across engineering fields to make program critical decisions
• Identify core issues, develop solutions, and effectively communicate the impacts across internal and external teams
• Lead, mentor, and collaborate with other engineers, both internally and externally
• Develop supporting material for analysis such as finite element models and optimization trades
• Support and collaborate with program management, design, and manufacturing teams

• 5 plus years of proven experience
• Engineering degree, preferably in mechanical or aerospace engineering
• Proven experience designing composite and metallic parts and assemblies
• Proficient with FEMAP, NASTRAN, or equivalent software packages

• Systems analysis experience: flight controls, landing gear, hydraulic, etc.
• Experience with dynamic and thermal analysis
• Experience with Excel, MATLAB, and other analysis tools
• Familiar with CAD packages such as Catia or Solidworks
• Classic hand analysis methods
• Laminate plate theory and composite structural analysis methods
• Working knowledge of aerospace materials and fabrication techniques
• Hands on experience with machining and composite layup
• Test plan development and structural testing experience
• Team building and collaboration; work across all fields to solve complex engineering problems
• Comfortable working on Military/DoD projects

The base salary range for this position is $95,000 - $230,000 per year. This range represents the Company’s good faith estimate of the base compensation for this role at the time of posting.  Actual compensation will be determined based on several factors, including but not limited to relevant experience, skills, qualifications, internal equity, and geographic location. In addition to base salary, this role may be eligible for annual incentive compensation and/or long-term incentives, subject to Company plans. The Company offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, retirement, paid time off, and other benefits. 

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