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Venturi Astrolab, Inc.

Sr. Dynamics Engineer

Venturi Astrolab, Inc., Hawthorne, California, United States, 90250


Sr. Dynamics Engineer

Department:

Vehicle EngineeringEmployment Type:

Full TimeLocation:

Hawthorne, CaliforniaReporting To:

Craig WesternCompensation:

$80,000 - $239,000 / year

Description

Venturi Astrolab, Inc. (Astrolab) is pioneering new ways to explore and operate on distant planetary bodies. We are singularly focused on designing, building, and operating a fleet of multi-purpose commercial planetary rovers to extend and enhance humanity’s presence in the solar system. We are seeking motivated, creative, and exceptional people to join our world-class team.

As a Senior Dynamics Engineer you will work with our mechanical design team to develop planetary rovers and related hardware. You will be responsible for defining and managing mechanical loads definitions related to launch and landing, as well as conducting load analyses and tests throughout the lifecycle of hardware development.What you'll do:Defining and managing mechanical loads (static, vibration, shock, and acoustics) for design using techniques such as:Mass acceleration curve analysis or other preliminary design methods

Finite element modeling and system loads model assembly

Design loads analysis methods such as response-limited sine vibration or Modal Mass Acceleration Curve

Model reduction and delivery for coupled loads analyses

Supporting dynamics test setup and analysis for hardware development and verification. In addition, ownership of test campaigns for dynamics model correlation. Notable test types are:Modal survey

Sine & random vibration

Acoustic

Shock

What you'll bring:Bachelor’s degree in engineering (advanced degree preferred

5+ years of experience in spacecraft dynamics modeling and testing

Proficiency with Simcenter Femap and NASTRAN software for dynamics simulation

Proficiency with MATLAB for data analysis

Capability to utilize a combination of analytical calculations, numerical simulation, testing, and engineering judgement to solve dynamics problems

Ownership of task execution

Aptitude for managing priorities and operating in a fast-paced environment

Ability to work in a collaborative team environment with engineers, technicians, and leadership

Ability to mentor and develop more junior mechanical engineers to build an effective design team

Benefits and PerksWork with a team of best-in-class engineers building the foundation of planetary surface exploration

Ownership in the company

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) with matching

Flexible time off and parental leave

On-site snacks, beverages, and 2x weekly lunches

Flexible work environment

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