Structural Analyst

Structural Analyst
Engineer II
ADV000CKQ
NASA Johnson Space Center
Houston, Texas

HX5 is an award-winning provider of engineering, research and development, and technical services to clients such as NASA and the Department of Defense. Founded in 2004, HX5 is a fast-growing veteran- and woman-owned company with locations nationwide.

HX5 is currently seeking a Structural Analyst to join the team with NASA at Johnson Space Center (JSC) in Houston, TX.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

The Structural Analyst will:

• Structural Analyst to support structural analysis tasks across multiple NASA Divisions
• Use stress analysis experience to perform classical hand stress analysis, finite element stress analysis and fracture analysis.
• Be familiar with NASA standards for analysis, including Fracture Control
• Know and have experience with using NASGRO
• Be proficient in the use of finite element modeling techniques using FEMAP for finite element model development and NASTRAN for finite element solutions.
• Prepare structural analysis reports and work with other engineers to find resolutions to problems.
• Perform other duties as required.

Education and Experience

• Typically requires a bachelor's degree in engineering and a minimum of 2-5 years of experience in the field or in a related area.
• Must have familiarity with desktop software applications, MS Office is required.
• Must have excellent oral and written communication skills
• Experience using FEMAP

Preferences

• Previous experience performing structural analysis on NASA spaceflight hardware

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work:

This is a full-time position and offers a 9/80 work schedule (every other Friday off).

Work Environment:

• Generally, an office environment, but can involve inside or outside work depending on task.
• Equipment and Machines - Standard office equipment (PC, telephone, printer, etc.).

Physical Requirements:

• Work may involve sitting or standing for extended periods (90% of time).
• May require lifting and carrying up to 25 lbs. (5% of time).

Other Position Requirements:

• Proof of U.S. Citizenship or US Permanent Residency is a requirement for this position.
  
• Must be able to complete a U.S. government background investigation.
• Regular attendance in accordance with established work schedule is critical. Ability to work outside normal schedule and
  adjust schedule to meet peak periods and surge requirements.

HX5 offers a competitive salary and benefits package to include:

• Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
• 401(k) plan with Company Match
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Time Off
• Parental Leave
• Life Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Medical and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Pet Insurance

HX5, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer that recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, sex, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, or veteran status.

HX5, LLC is a Drug Free Workplace Employer.

ACCESSIBILITY NOTICE: If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process due to a physical or mental disability, please call (850) 362-6551.

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