Ensign-Bickford Aerospace and Defense
Senior Finite Element Analysis Engineer
Ensign-Bickford Aerospace and Defense, Moorpark, California, us, 93020
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. Click here (https://www.eba-d.com/) to learn more.
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 f unctional requirements.
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 8 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 level designs
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.
Compensation:
Salary Range: $130,000 - $180,000 per year. Salary is determined by the applicant's education, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, internal equity, and alignment with market data.
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, (http://e-bind.com) (EBI), founded in 1836, is a privately-owned high technology conglomerate that participates in businesses that are relevant to the future of the world and have multigenerational growth prospects. As One EBI, we innovate in science and technology for the safety, health, and well-being of society, creating exceptional long-term value.
Watch the video above to learn more about some of the incredible challenges we take on every day to deliver the best product for our customers, and ultimately the world.
Ensign-Bickford Industries (EBI) is a global science and technology organization with unparalleled leadership positions in attractive industries and markets. We are EBI, positioned to take on some of the world's most complex technological and scientific challenges in diagnostics, pet food science, and aerospace and defense.
Click here to learn about our Core Values (https://ensign-bickfordind.com/ebi-core-values/)
We conduct business in a manner that reflects the highest human and ethical standards. With that commitment to mutually beneficial partnerships and a belief in the efficacy of genuine economic and social service, this cornerstone is the foundation of who we are as a company and our winning vision.
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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 f unctional requirements.
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 8 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 level designs
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.
Compensation:
Salary Range: $130,000 - $180,000 per year. Salary is determined by the applicant's education, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, internal equity, and alignment with market data.
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, (http://e-bind.com) (EBI), founded in 1836, is a privately-owned high technology conglomerate that participates in businesses that are relevant to the future of the world and have multigenerational growth prospects. As One EBI, we innovate in science and technology for the safety, health, and well-being of society, creating exceptional long-term value.
Watch the video above to learn more about some of the incredible challenges we take on every day to deliver the best product for our customers, and ultimately the world.
Ensign-Bickford Industries (EBI) is a global science and technology organization with unparalleled leadership positions in attractive industries and markets. We are EBI, positioned to take on some of the world's most complex technological and scientific challenges in diagnostics, pet food science, and aerospace and defense.
Click here to learn about our Core Values (https://ensign-bickfordind.com/ebi-core-values/)
We conduct business in a manner that reflects the highest human and ethical standards. With that commitment to mutually beneficial partnerships and a belief in the efficacy of genuine economic and social service, this cornerstone is the foundation of who we are as a company and our winning vision.
AFB International (http://www.ensign-bickfordind.com/subsidiaries/afb-international/)
AFB is the leader in pet food flavor enhancers. Ensuring product performance for pet food manufacturers—and their customers—is our business.
⠀
Cawood (https://cawood.co.uk/)
Cawood is the UK’s leading scientific group, recognized for its technical capability and value-added service to customers in land-based industries.
⠀ Ensign-Bickford Aerospace & Defense Company (http://www.ensign-bickfordind.com/subsidiaries/ensign-bickford-aerospace-defense/)
EBAD is a global leader in precision energetic systems and other innovative explosives, non-explosive and electromechanical solutions for the defense and aerospace markets.
⠀ EnviroLogix (http://www.ensign-bickfordind.com/subsidiaries/envirologix-inc/)
EnviroLogix is an industry leader in the development and manufacturing of tests for the rapid detection of GMOs and mycotoxins throughout the worldwide food production chain.