Structural Engineer

Mechanical Integration & Structural Load Test Engineer

About the Rol

eWe are looking for a Mechanical Integration & Structural Load Test Engineer to support the development and verification of aerospace structures for launch vehicle and space systems. This role involves hands-on responsibility for integration of structural hardware, setup and execution of structural load tests, and validation of structural performance against design requirements

.You will work closely with design, analysis, manufacturing, and test teams to ensure flight hardware and development articles are assembled, instrumented, and tested to meet program objectives

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Responsibiliti

esStructural Integrati

• onPerform mechanical integration of aerospace structures including primary and secondary assemblie
• s.Execute assembly, alignment, and installation of structural components using engineering drawings and procedure
• s.Develop integration plans, assembly sequences, and work instruction
• s.Conduct fit checks, interface validation, and dimensional inspection
• s.Support resolution of integration issues, hardware discrepancies, and configuration change

s.Structural Load Testi

• ngSupport planning and execution of structural load tests including development, qualification, and acceptance testin
• g.Translate structural analysis load cases into physical test setup
• s.Prepare load introduction hardware, fixtures, and reaction structure
• s.Install and validate instrumentation including strain gauges, load cells, and displacement sensor
• s.Monitor load application and structural response during testin

g.Test Operatio

• nsParticipate in test readiness reviews and execution activitie
• s.Ensure configuration and calibration of instrumentation and data acquisition system
• s.Support closed-loop load control testing environment
• s.Document test results, anomalies, and engineering observation

s.Documentation & Quali

• tyGenerate test procedures, integration documentation, and test report
• s.Ensure compliance with engineering standards and safety procedure
• s.Maintain configuration control and traceability of test hardwar

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Basic Qualificati

• onsBachelors degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or related discipli
• ne.36+ years of experience in mechanical integration, structural testing, or aerospace hardware developme
• nt.Experience working with large structural assemblies or aerospace componen
• ts.Ability to interpret engineering drawings and GD&
• ;T.Familiarity with instrumentation such as strain gauges, load cells, and displacement senso

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Preferred Sk

• illsExperience with launch vehicle or aerospace structural test
• ing.Familiarity with hydraulic structural test systems and actuator cont
• rol.Experience working with composite aerospace structu
• res.Knowledge of data acquisition systems and structural test automat