What are the responsibilities and job description for the Finite Element Analysis Engineer position at Ensign-Bickford Industries?
This opportunity is located within our Ensign-Bickford Aerospace & Defense Company business, a global leader of mission-critical hardware and systems solutions including precision energetics systems and innovative explosive solutions.
Job Description
The Finite Element Analysis (FEA) Engineer will perform thermal, dynamic, structural, and functional modeling of energetic components and systems in support of design and development of aerospace and defense programs.
Roles and Responsibilities:
- Develop analytical models to assess the ability of EBAD products to meet functionalrequirements.
- Envision and assess alternate concepts to meet functional requirements
- Supporting project and operations teams by providing expert level assistance
- Support existing products and product upgrades
- Participate in root cause and failure analysis of challenging problems
Requirements:
- The successful candidate must have a BS/MS in an engineering discipline and a minimum of 3 years design and/or analysis of aerospace and defense products.
- Strong background in Finite Element Analysis
- Demonstrated experience performing analytical modeling and evaluation of component leveldesigns
- Perform detailed design analyses and present results to customers in support of design reviews
- Strong written, verbal and presentation skills for interaction with various levels of management
- Strong follow through and ability to work with Engineers to develop analytical models in support of product development, testing, and failure investigations.
- Proficient with Microsoft office suite software
- Must be able to read and interpret technical product drawings
Desired Skills:
- Extensive experience in ANSYS Workbench environment, particularly with structural, vibration, and dynamics modules
- Experience with SolidWorks preferred
- Advanced degree in Mechanical Engineering preferred
- Experience with energetic materials preferred
- Ability to perform explicit dynamic analyses preferred
- Knowledge of space vehicle mechanisms and designs is preferred.
The anticipated yearly wage range for this position is $120,000 - $170,000. The salary range represents the range EBAD has established in good faith for this position and may vary based on qualifications, experience, education, skills, internal equity, and business needs.
EBAD offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance; retirement benefits; paid time off and holidays; life and disability insurance; employee assistance and wellness resources; and incentive compensation eligibility, subject to applicable plan terms and conditions. Benefit eligibility may vary based on position, work location, employment status, and applicable plan provisions.
Ensign-Bickford Aerospace & Defense Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, national origin, or veteran status.
Ensign-Bickford Industries, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, national origin, or veteran status.
Salary : $120,000 - $170,000