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Ensign-Bickford Aerospace & Defense Company

Manufactures high-reliability payload release systems

Finite Element Analysis Engineer

Design EngineeringUpdated on Nov 12
Full-timeIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • A BS or MS in an engineering discipline is required, along with at least 3 years of design and/or analysis experience with aerospace and defense products.
  • A strong background in finite element analysis is required.
  • Demonstrated experience performing analytical modeling and evaluation of component-level designs is required.
  • The candidate must perform detailed design analyses and present results to customers in support of design reviews.
  • Strong written, verbal, and presentation skills are required for interaction with various levels of management.
  • The candidate must follow through and work with engineers to develop analytical models supporting product development, testing, and failure investigations.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite software is required.
  • The candidate must be able to read and interpret technical product drawings.

Responsibilities

  • Develop analytical models to assess whether company products meet functional requirements.
  • Envision and assess alternate concepts to meet functional requirements.
  • Support project and operations teams by providing expert-level assistance.
  • Support existing products and product upgrades.
  • Participate in root cause and failure analysis of challenging problems.

Desired Qualifications

  • Extensive experience in the ANSYS Workbench environment, particularly with structural, vibration, and dynamics modules.
  • Experience with SolidWorks is preferred.
  • An advanced degree in Mechanical Engineering is preferred.
  • Experience with energetic materials is preferred.
  • Ability to perform explicit dynamic analyses is preferred.
  • Knowledge of space vehicle mechanisms and designs is preferred.

About the Company

Ensign-Bickford Aerospace & Defense Company

Manufactures high-reliability payload release systems

Ensign-Bickford Aerospace & Defense provides high-reliability payload release and spacecraft deployment systems for space and defense missions, including Multi Point Payload Release Mechanisms (PRM) and Hold Down Release Mechanisms (HDRM). These mechanisms securely hold a payload during launch and release it on command to enable precise satellite deployment, built to meet strict safety and performance requirements. EBAD differentiates itself through its long aerospace heritage dating back to 1836 and its focus on mission-critical reliability, rigorous testing, and tailored engineering for defense and civilian space programs. Its goal is to deliver dependable, proven hardware and strong customer collaboration to help clients achieve successful missions while supporting STEM education initiatives.

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