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Structures Test Engineer

Saronic

Skills

Required

  • structural test
  • Geometric Dimensioning
  • Tolerancing
  • GD&T
  • Finite Element Analysis tools
  • ANSYS
  • NASTRAN
  • High-pressure fluid system design
  • Mechanical assembly and fabrication
  • structural FEA / mechanical testing

Preferred

  • 3D CAD software
  • NX / Unigraphics
  • mechanical structures / systems
  • fabrication drawings
  • wiring schematics
  • lists
  • Join our advanced maritime mechanical team as a Structures Test Engineer.
  • Lifting and carrying items up to 20 pounds occasionally (e.g., office supplies, packages)

Occasional standing and walking within the office

  • Manual dexterity to operate a computer keyboard, mouse, and other office equipment
  • Occasional reaching, bending, or stooping to access file drawers, cabinets, or office supplies
  • Visual acuity to read screens, documents, and reports

Responsibilities

  • In this hands-on, multidisciplinary role, you will design, build, and test complex mechanical structures and fluid systems for autonomous surface vessels (ASVs) used in Department of Defense applications.
  • You will collaborate with naval architects, autonomy engineers, and control systems teams to ensure test fidelity and relevance to mission performance.
  • Design, build, and test complex mechanical structures and fluid systems for autonomous surface vessels.
  • Develop and execute test stand concepts, fabrication drawings, wiring schematics, and instrumentation lists tailored to maritime platforms.
  • Lead and execute rigorous mechanical and structural testing of marine components and systems, often in outdoor, field-based conditions.
  • Hands-on design, analysis, and testing of mechanical structures or systems

Requirements

  • A bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Structural Engineering, or a related discipline is required, along with 2+ years of experience in designing and operating structural test equipment.
  • 2+ years of experience designing and operating structural test equipment
  • Experience with: Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T), Finite Element Analysis tools (ANSYS, NASTRAN, or equivalent), Design of large steel or aluminum weldments, High-pressure fluid system design, Mechanical assembly and fabrication techniques
  • Bachelor’s degree or greater in Mechanical Engineering, Structural Engineering or a related discipline
  • Professional experience with structural FEA or mechanical testing
  • Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer

Preferred

  • Proficiency with 3D CAD software (Siemens NX/Unigraphics preferred)