Senior Structures Engineer

Senior Structures Engineer
Location: El Segundo, California, United States
Employment Type: Full-Time | On-Site
Package: Competitive Salary + Stock Options + Premium Benefits + Flexible PTO

Are you a Senior Structures Engineer looking to take full ownership of structural systems in one of the most exciting clean energy programs of the decade?

On offer is the opportunity to design and deliver high-performance, mass-efficient structural components that form the backbone of a cutting-edge compact power generator. You’ll work across shielding, containment, and high-temperature assemblies, ensuring mechanical integrity under extreme environmental and operational conditions.

This position would suit an experienced structural engineer ready to lead the end-to-end development of complex hardware, from trade studies and analysis through to manufacturing and test.

Key Responsibilities
* Lead design and analysis of structural subsystems including shielding systems, containers, and high-temperature assemblies.
* Perform detailed thermomechanical and dynamic analysis (static, fatigue, vibration, shock) using hand calculations and FEA tools.
* Conduct material selection, structural trade studies, and performance evaluations.
* Develop BOMs, manufacturing and assembly plans, and test procedures.
* Manage subassembly timelines, vendor development, and risk analysis (FMEA).
* Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to meet mechanical, thermal, and space constraints.

Essential Skills and Experience
* Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Civil, Aeronautical, or Structural Engineering.
* 6+ years of experience designing structural hardware.
* 4+ years of experience in structural analysis using tools such as Abaqus, Ansys, or FEMAP.
* Strong background in stress analysis, fatigue, and thermal expansion effects.
* Familiarity with manufacturing processes and product lifecycle documentation.
Eligibility

* Must be authorized to work in the United States.
* This is a full-time, on-site position based in El Segundo, CA.
* Must be willing to work extended hours and weekends when required.

Application Instructions
If you are interested in this role, please click to apply or send your resume to jake.payne@newspacetechnical.com