Principal Engineer, Structural Integrity of Metallic Systems, Structur…
Kairos PowerFull Time
Senior (5 to 8 years)
Candidates must possess a B.S. in Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering and have at least 5 years of structural engineering experience. A minimum of 3 years of experience with FEA (ANSYS preferred) and CAD (NX preferred), including large assembly management, is required. Proficiency in hand calculations and first-principles analysis, familiarity with fatigue analysis methods, and strong communication, collaboration, and team-building skills are essential. Eligibility to work on ITAR-restricted programs as a U.S. Person is also necessary. Experience with design for manufacturing, loads development, materials, structural joints, damage tolerance, creating engineering standards, multi-stage rockets/aircraft/spacecraft, flight qualification, structural testing, TeamCenter PLM, Jira, and Confluence are considered differentiating factors.
The Senior Structures Engineer will lead structural development for aerospace vehicles from concept to completion, including structural design and analysis across various vehicle types and hardware. Responsibilities include performing fatigue, buckling, stability, and strength assessments using hand calculations and FEA, owning CAD models in NX, and defining loads in coordination with other engineering teams. The role also involves supporting structural test campaigns, contributing to flight qualification plans, developing internal processes and standards, and utilizing TeamCenter, Jira, and Confluence for configuration control and collaboration. Strong interpersonal and conflict resolution skills are crucial for contributing to a collaborative team culture.
Develops hypersonic flight technology for global transport
Venus Aerospace focuses on improving terrestrial travel by developing hypersonic flight technology. Their main product is a cost-effective engine designed to enable hypersonic speeds, which would allow for global travel in just one hour. This engine aims to connect the world more efficiently and enhance safety during travel. What sets Venus Aerospace apart from competitors is their specific emphasis on hypersonic flight for terrestrial use, rather than space exploration. The company’s goal is to make fast global transport a reality, benefiting a wide range of users, including business travelers, tourists, logistics companies, and governments.