Strength Assessments: Perform classical analysis and Finite Element Analysis (FEA) for tooling, GSE, structural components, mechanical/actuated systems, and fluid systems.
Documentation & Release: Review and document stress analyses to facilitate the release of engineering drawings and configuration documentation.
Mentorship & Guidance: Mentor tooling designers on industry best practices regarding stress, stability, and fracture analysis.
Technical Consulting: Provide guidance on design concepts, identifying technical risks, costs, and performance trade-offs.
Cross-Functional Collaboration: Supply inputs for design development, cross-functional trade studies, and serve as the technical point of contact for vendor-developed tooling projects.
Education & Experience: Bachelor’s degree in engineering (minimum) with 8+ years of experience analyzing GSE or tooling in the aerospace, automotive, or similar industries.
FEA & Modeling: Experience building and validating finite element models (FEMs) using Ansys or NX Simulation with Nastran (1D, 2D, and 3D elements).
Hand Calculations: Proficiency with free-body diagrams, simplifying structural problems, and analyzing steel/aluminum tooling via hand calculations.
Joint Analysis: Expert proficiency in bolted joint calculations (preload, joint stiffness, shear-tension interaction) and welded joint calculations (weld sizing, effective throat, failure modes).
Industry Codes: Familiarity with applicable structural codes and standards (e.g., AISC-360, ASME B30 & 31, ASME BTH-1).
Soft Skills: Demonstrated ability to build trust, maintain professional relationships, and contribute to an inclusive culture.
