Loads and Dynamics Engineer
Location
Los Angeles, CA
Level
Entry-Level
Department
Aerospace & Space
Type
Salary
Job Description
Posted on:
2026-02-18
Responsibilities
- Solve structural static and dynamic problems through hand calculations, finite element analysis, or test data.
- Define external loads from flight maneuvers, gust, takeoff, and landing for structural design and analysis.
- Generate vehicle finite element model to assess static and dynamic load cases.
- Characterize aeroelastic effects such as flutter.
- Define random vibration environments from buffet and engine dynamics.
- Work within cross-functional teams to support aircraft development.
- Utilize simulation tools and programming for data processing and analysis.
Job Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree or higher in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a closely related field.
- 1+ years of job or project experience in loads and dynamics analysis, ideally in aerospace.
- Strong understanding of engineering first principles.
- Professional experience with simulation tools, such as NASTRAN or similar.
- Analytical/engineering programming experience, preferably in Python.
- Solid understanding of flight mechanics, aerodynamics, and structural analysis principles.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, interdisciplinary team environment.
