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Job Description
The Engineering and Science Services and Capabilities Augmentation (ESSCA) contract provides engineering, scientific, and technical support to NASA Marshall Space Flight Center (MSFC) in Huntsville, AL. Our Structural Dynamics & Integration team is a high performing group executing challenging tasks for dynamic analysis of the Space Launch System (SLS) and Human Lander System (HLS) including the Systems Engineering and Integration (SE&I) functions. This exciting work will serve as a critical step in sending humans to the Moon, Mars and beyond!
Responsibilities:
We are searching for a part time senior engineer to provide Structural Dynamics Modeling support for HLS development. Working independently and in an integrated, collaborative team, your responsibilities would be to:
- Develop finite element methods to perform coupled loads analysis and use Craig-Bampton model reduction theory to prepare models for integration and hardware modal testing.
- Perform structural dynamic analyses in support of the design and design verification of space flight vehicle systems.
- Producing and maintaining models generated from both in-house and commercially available software codes, that simulate mechanical loading conditions, dynamic environments (shock and vibration), and mechanism motions.
- Support Independent Verification and Validation (IV&V) of prime vendors for methods and model integration.
- Generating detailed analysis reports and presenting/communicating those results with the customer
- Perform safety and certification training to support ESSCA and customer requirements.
The Amentum Space Exploration Division (ASED) offers a partnership in which you can grow personally and professionally within a framework of strong leadership, competitive compensation, and rewarding career paths. Come join our team on the Engineering Services and Science Capability Augmentation (ESSCA) contract whose work is destined to have a long-range effect on future generations!
Qualifications:
Degree in Engineering or related field from an ABET accredited institution is required. Typically, educational requirements are the equivalent of a Ph.D., with a minimum 24 years of experience, Masters with at least 28 years of experience, or BS with at least 30 years of experience.
Skills and experience should demonstrate:
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills are required.
- A proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite competence (Word, Office, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, and Outlook) is required.
- Experience with PATRAN or FEMAP, NASTRAN, and MATLAB is required.
- Experience with LS-Dyna, LS-Opt, and LS-Prepost is desirable.
- Experience in dynamics of structural systems using classical analysis and finite element based methods is required.
- Experience with the application of the finite element method to perform coupled loads analysis and knowledge of the Craig-Bampton model reduction theory are desirable.
Essential Functions
Work Environment
Office environment. Requires ability to provide clear, concise, accurate and timely communication, both verbally and in writing (100%). Requires ability to interact professionally with co-workers, management, and client (100%). Requires travel in the domestic USA (<15%).
Physical Requirements
Requires sitting for extended periods of time in meetings with peers, management, and with our client at NASA facilities to discuss technical issues (10%). Also, requires sitting for extended periods of time at a desk to write reports and perform engineering tasks (80%). Requires ability to use stairs or elevators for access between floors and multiple buildings at NASA and our facilities (10%).
Equipment and Machines
Requires ability to operate a personal computer, a telephone, fax machine, copier, calculator, and other general office equipment (100%).
Attendance
Normal workday is from 7:30 a.m. through 4:30 p.m., Monday thru Friday. Minimal overtime may be required (10%) to meet schedule milestones and to support technical demands of the job. Regular attendance is a necessity and adequate arrangements for delegating duties during absences are required.
Employment term
This role is a part-time position, with an open-ended duration. The expected commitment is up to 32 hours per week.
Other Essential Functions
The ability to work independently with minimal supervision, and to make rational decisions, and to exercise good judgment is essential (100%). Grooming and dress must be appropriate for the position and must not impose a safety risk/hazard to the employee or others.
Proof of U.S. Citizenship is required. STAR ID is also required.
Compensation Details:
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The compensation range or hourly rate listed for this position is provided as a good-faith estimate of what the company intends to offer for this role at the time this posting was issued. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as job responsibilities, education, experience, skills, internal equity, market data, applicable collective bargaining agreements, and relevant laws.
Benefits Overview:
Our health and welfare benefits are designed to support you and your priorities. Offerings include:
Health, dental, and vision insurance
Paid time off and holidays
Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching)
Educational reimbursement
Parental leave
Employee stock purchase plan
Tax-saving options
Disability and life insurance
Pet insurance
Note: Benefits may vary based on employment type, location, and applicable agreements. Positions governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), the McNamara-O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA), or other employment contracts may include different provisions/benefits.
Original Posting:
02/03/2026 - Until Filled
Amentum anticipates this job requisition will remain open for at least three days, with a closing date no earlier than three days after the original posting. This timeline may change based on business needs.
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