Senior Staff Mechanical Analysis Engineer

Are you passionate about shaping the future of humanity's presence in space? Lunar Outpost, an industry leader in space robotics and planetary vehicles, invites you to join our team! Lunar Outpost is dedicated to creating a permanent presence in space, while also driving positive impacts here on Earth. Currently, we are seeking a Senior Staff Mechanical Analysis Engineer to contribute to our mission in a dynamic startup environment . As a Senior Staff Mechanical Analysis Engineer , you will be responsible for leading and overseeing the mechanical analysis team at Lunar Outpost. This is a key leadership role requiring deep technical expertise and a proactive approach to team development in a fast-paced, multidisciplinary environment.

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Working Conditions / Schedule: This position is required to be onsite Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Where applicable, employees may work remotely on Wednesdays from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Additional hours may be required based on business needs.

Key Responsibilities:

Develop high-quality analytical models of vehicles/mobility platforms

Perform mechanical analysis (Loads, Stress, Fatigue/Fracture, Dynamics, Vibration, etc.) in quick-turn, rapid development environment

Interact with mechanical engineering design team to rapidly iterate and improve designs as informed by analysis

Interact with project management and company leadership to determine timelines, schedule tasks, and ensure deadlines are met

Contribute to standardization of practices and procedures within the mechanical analysis team

Write technical reports detailing analysis processes, results, and recommendations

Allocate team resources and delegate analysis tasks to team members, supporting multiple projects and analysis efforts

Oversee work performed to ensure high-quality work products

Understand analysis requirements and ensure analysis is performed in compliance with applicable Lunar Outpost and NASA standards

Generate applicable loading profiles to be communicated to vendors and stakeholders

Prepare and present materials for Test Readiness Reviews (TRR), Preliminary Design Reviews (PDR), Failure Review Boards (FRB), and Critical Design Reviews (CDR)

Collaborate with NASA Insight members in recurring working group sessions

Required Qualifications:

Bachelors Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline

10+ years of applicable experience performing mechanical analysis on spaceflight systems

Experience leading analysis teams

Expertise Finite Element Modeling software

Proficiency in interpreting various loading profiles and test data

Familiarity with dynamic/kinematic analysis techniques

Familiarity with related NASA and government specifications and standards

Familiarity with fatigue and fracture standards, considerations, classifications, and analysis methods

Self-motivated, focused, and driven to meet critical deadlines

Excellent organization and time management skills

Excellent written and oral communication skills

U.S. Person

Preferred Qualifications:

Master's degree in mechanical engineering or related discipline

Experience performing mechanical analysis in automotive environment

Expertise in ANSYS

Proficiency in FEMAP

Proficiency in NASGRO

Proficiency in Matlab

Proficiency in LS-DYNA

Proficiency in SolidWorks or equivalent CAD software

Familiarity with analysis of composites

Compensation & Benefits: Compensation level and base salary are competitively structured and thoughtfully determined based on factors such as relevant skills, experience, education, and the scope of the role.

Comprehensive health coverage: Medical, dental, and vision benefits, with 70% of premiums covered by the employer

Paid time off: Three (3) weeks per year of vacation

Retirement plan: Up to 4% employer match on 401(k) contributions

Paid holidays: 11 company-recognized holidays

Parental leave

Educational reimbursement opportunities to support company objectives, continued learning, and career development

Lunar Outpost Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Lunar Outpost Inc. does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), national origin, ethnicity, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. All employees, including executives and human resources personnel, are expected to conduct themselves with professionalism and treat others with dignity and respect in accordance with this policy.