Finite Element Analysis (FEA) Specialist

US Citizenship is Required. Ability to qualify for a US Department of Defense security clearance required. Candidate must be SAP and SCI program eligible.

This position is in-person. This position is also available at Toyon's Goleta, CA office.

Toyon Research Corporation is an industry leader in the areas of complex space and missile systems analysis, aerothermodynamics, payload design and development, and ground and flight testing. We are seeking a highly skilled analyst to perform Finite Element Analysis (FEA) of mechanical and electromechanical systems.

Responsibilities

• Support cross-discipline technical teams in technology design, development, integration, and test
• Collaborate with the Program Manager to define project objectives, timelines, and deliverables
• Translate technical requirements into model inputs and load conditions necessary to validate the design
• Validate designs using standard analysis tools and hand calculations
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to optimize system performance and reliability in stressing operational environments
• Provide technical recommendations to improve system effectiveness based on analytical insights
• Guide technical decisions of engineering teams, fostering technical excellence
• Deliver comprehensive technical briefings and progress updates to internal and external stakeholders
• Collaborate with R&D teams and external partners to integrate emerging technologies into larger system-of-systems projects

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, or Aeronautical Engineering (Master’s or Ph.D. preferred).
• Minimum 5 years in aerospace or defense technology development
• Expertise in Finite Element Analysis with tools such as ANSYS, ABAQUS, or NASTRAN
• Proficient with CAD software to manipulate models and navigate data management systems.
• Experience with SolidWorks and / or Creo preferred, with the ability to quickly achieve proficiency in both CAD packages as necessary
• Knowledge of defense industry standards and compliance requirements

Desired Skills and Experience

• Experience with the mechanical evaluation and validation of mechanical, electrical, and RF systems
• Experience with correlating FEA models and empirical data
• Experience with advanced mesh tools such as FeMap, Apex or Hyperworks

WE OFFER AN EXCEPTIONAL EMPLOYEE BENEFITS PACKAGE!

• Competitive Industry Pay
• 100% Employer-Paid Medical Insurance Premium
• HSA with Employer Contributions
• Dental and Vision Coverage Options
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Vacation and Sick leave
• Company Funded 401(k) and Profit Sharing Plans
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Life and Disability Insurance
• Paid Parental Leave
• Discretionary Bonus Eligibility

The annual pay range for the Finite Element Analysis (FEA) Specialist position is $130,000 to $200,000.

The posted pay range values provide the candidate with guidance on annual base compensation for the position, at a full time level of effort, exclusive of overtime, bonus, and benefits-related compensation, over a range of qualifications that may fit hiring objectives. Toyon Research Corporation will consider the individual candidate’s education, work experience, applicable knowledge, skills and training, among other factors, when preparing an offer of employment.

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