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Divergent 3D is seeking an experienced Structural Analysis Engineer to support the development of next-generation aerospace and automotive structures using the Divergent Adaptive Production System (DAPS). This role applies advanced finite element analysis (FEA) and computer-aided engineering (CAE) methodologies to evaluate, optimize, and validate structural systems while partnering closely with Design Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Test Engineering, and Product Engineering throughout the development lifecycle.
The role encompasses structural analysis work including developing, analyzing, validating, and optimizing finite element models for structural components, assemblies, and complete vehicle or aerospace systems. You will perform linear and nonlinear structural analyses including crash, durability, fatigue, vibration, stiffness, thermal, and multi-physics simulations. You will validate simulation results using engineering hand calculations, physical testing, and correlation activities, and develop engineering recommendations balancing structural performance, manufacturability, cost, weight, production efficiency, and certification requirements. Advanced material modeling techniques for metals, composites, adhesives, and emerging manufacturing technologies are core to the work.
Product development responsibilities include partnering with cross-functional teams to develop manufacturable structural solutions, supporting structural design throughout concept development, detailed design, prototype builds, testing, validation, and production launch, and driving design improvements, cost reduction initiatives, and manufacturability enhancements.
Technical leadership is a key expectation. You will present technical findings and engineering recommendations to cross-functional teams, engineering leadership, customers, and external partners. You will mentor and provide technical guidance to less experienced engineers while promoting engineering best practices, and contribute to the development of CAE methodologies, modeling standards, simulation workflows, and validation processes. At higher levels, you will lead major technical initiatives, establish structural analysis methodologies, and influence engineering decisions across multiple products or programs.
Basic qualifications include a BS or MS in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering, 5+ years of structural analysis experience in aerospace, automotive, or related industries, expert experience with Abaqus, LS-Dyna, Nastran, OptiStruct, or equivalent CAE software, and experience performing nonlinear structural analysis. Strong understanding of solid mechanics and structural behavior of metals, composites, adhesives, and advanced materials is required, along with experience validating analytical results and excellent communication skills.
Preferred qualifications include experience with aerospace structural certification and MIL-STDs, supporting DoD, FAA, or other regulatory certification activities, developing new simulation methodologies, leading structural analysis for complete vehicle or aerospace programs, mentoring engineers, and presenting technical recommendations to executive leadership or external customers.
