Structural Analyst

Description
Perform structural analysis and support as part of multi-disciplined teams in support of NASA Glenn Research Center projects. Work closely with other engineering and support disciplines in the design, development, and verification of aerospace hardware and systems. Duties include generating concepts, performing finite element analysis and fracture analysis, calculation of margins of safety and written analysis reports.

Education/Experience/Requirements
A minimum of two years of experience using Finite Element Analysis (FEA) for stress analysis is required. The candidate should demonstrate strong analytical abilities as well as excellent written and oral communications skills. The candidate must be able to to interpret mechanical drawings and interact in a team environment. The position requires a minimum of a BSME. In addition to stress analysis, experience modeling rigid and flexible body dynamics is desired. Experience using NASTRAN and FEMAP would be highly beneficial. Experience with the following would also be a plus: fastener calculations, NASGRO, use of aerospace materials, MATLAB, and Pro-E.

 

Other

Must be a US citizen.

 

About Us

For nearly five decades, ZIN Technologies, Inc. (ZIN) has provided integrated products and spaceflight hardware development services to NASA and Fortune 500 companies. ZIN specializes in the seamless and transparent progression between concept, detailed design, engineering, manufacturing, and operations. ZIN, with its uniquely qualified staff, and a proven track record of award winning work, delivers product development, system prototypes, and space flight hardware on time and under budget. ZIN has over 150 scientists, engineers, and technicians engaged in the development of specialized data acquisition and control systems, power converters, and optical-mechanical systems for aerospace and commercial applications.

ZIN experience base includes competitively awarded engineering contracts from both government and commercial companies. Our scope of experience includes scientific, technical, operational, and program management, as well as the disciplines associated with large, complex space programs.

ZIN Associates are talented, experienced individuals; many have advanced degrees and professional certifications that provide a wealth of knowledge and capabilities to our customers.  Operating as a team, we are dedicated to supplying innovative, cost effective services and solutions.

 

Company Benefits and Programs

In addition to competitive salaries, ZIN offers excellent benefits to our associates, including medical, vision, and dental insurance; short- and long-term disability; life insurance;  paid leave and paid holidays; 401(k) retirement plan (immediate vesting); education and training reimbursement; professional development opportunities; employee assistance program; flexible spending plans; credit union membership; and direct deposit.

 

Send resumes to: https://home.eease.com/recruit2/?id=30395

 

Visit our website to learn more about our company:  http://www.zin-tech.com/company/

 

ZIN Technologies, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

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