**Check out this NEW Opportunity with Axient!** **DCI,** a wholly owned subsidiary of **Axient** Corporation LLC is seeking a **Senior Structural** **Dynamics** **Engineer** to support current and future development programs with NASA and commercial companies. **This position may be eligible for a Hybrid work schedule** , part of employees work schedule will be required to be on-site at DCI/Axient facilities in Huntsville, AL. DCI is primarily focused on supporting NASA and commercial space companies. DCI was a key team member supporting Marshall Space Flight Center (MSFC) in the development of the Space Launch System (SLS) resulting in the successful launch of the Artemis 1 in November 2022. We also support Dynetics in the develop and manufacture the Universal Stage Adapter (USA) for the Block 1B variant of SLS. **Dynamic Concepts, LLC** is an Axient Subsidiary specializing in engineering and software services for government (NASA and DoD) and commercial applications. We are looking for an experienced **Senior Structural** **Dynamics** **Engineer** to join our team supporting the development of the Universal Stage Adapter (USA) for the Space Launch System (SLS) Block 1B rocket. **What you will do...** Regular tasks and responsibilities may include but are not limited to: + Performing structural dynamic analyses for spacecraft flight hardware + 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. + Performing loads development (primary structure and component level), shock and vibration environments determination, and component and system level testing and data evaluation. + Preparing test plans/requirements for: static, separation dynamics, vibration, modal and shock tests. Analyze and document the results in post-test reports. + Generating detailed analysis reports and presenting/communicating those results with the customer **Skills you will need...** **Basic Qualifications** + Master’s degree in engineering from an ABET-accredited university with 15 years of experiencewith static and structural dynamics analysis of spacecraft, aircraft, or missiles or + Bachelors degree in engineering from an ABET-accredited university with 17 years of experiencewith static and structural dynamics analysis of spacecraft, aircraft, or missiles + Resident of the greater Huntsville area in north Alabama or willing to relocate + Willingness to travel up to 5% of time + Candidate must be a US citizen **Desired Skills** + Proficient with NASTRAN, Craig-Bampton model reduction, steady-state and transient dynamic analysis + Experience with Femap or other Finite Element Modeling interface + Experience with ADAMS Multibody dynamics software, or other industry standard modeling and analysis toolsets + Familiarity with NASA and/or commercial spaceflight programs and requirements + Experience with Matlab, Python or other programming language to support creation of in-house tools and scripts to solve complex problems not immediately achievable with canned software packages APPLY HERE (https://careers-axient.icims.com/jobs/5775/senior-structural-dynamics-engineer/job?mode=apply&apply=yes&in\_iframe=1&hashed=-336025105) Applicants for positions which require a US government security clearance or access must meet eligibility requirements that most often include US citizenship. This company is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer as defined by the EEOC. If you are a qualified individual with a disability or are a disabled veteran, and are unable or limited in your ability to use or access our online application as a result of your disability, you have the right to receive assistance by calling us directly at 256-650-6263 orclick here (help@axientcorp.com?subject=Application%20Help) to reach us by email. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or creed, national origin or ancestry, gender, age, sexual orientation, gender orientation, physical or mental disability, veteran status, genetic information, citizenship, or any other federal, state, or locally protected class. Axient LLC is a federal government contractor and must adhere to applicable safety and legal requirements, protocols, and compliance regulations as required by federal laws and governing agencies. **Job ID** _2024-5775_ **Segment** _Axient SPACE_ **Category** _Engineering - Mechanical | Structural_ **\# of Openings** _1_ **Location : Location** _US-AL-Huntsville_ **Type** _Regular, Full-Time_ **Minimum Education Requirement** _Master's_ **Minimum Experience Requirement, Years** _15_ **Clearance Requirement** _Not Required_