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Our high-mobility spacecraft platforms support national security, civil, and commercial missions with unmatched flexibility and propulsion capability. We build fast and iterate quickly.\nWho We’re Looking For\nWe are seeking a skilled and motivated spacecraft Structural Analyst II to support the design, analysis, and development of structural systems for our next-generation spacecraft platforms. In this role, you will contribute to ensuring spacecraft structural integrity throughout the full development lifecycle, from early concept and detailed design through hardware testing, verification, and flight readiness. You will perform structural analyses, develop high-fidelity finite element models, and support engineering decisions that balance structural performance, mass efficiency, and manufacturability.\nYou will play a critical role in ensuring the reliability and performance of mission-critical spacecraft structures while collaborating closely with mechanical, propulsion, avionics, guidance, navigation and control (GNC), thermal, and systems engineering teams. This position is ideal for an engineer with strong analytical and structural modeling skills who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys solving complex technical challenges, and is passionate about developing reliable spacecraft systems that support mission success.\nWhere You’ll Make an Impact\nStructural Design & Analysis\nConduct structural analysis and assist in design efforts for spacecraft primary and secondary structures\nPerform detailed analyses including static, modal, vibration, shock, acoustic, and thermal-structural coupling\nDevelop finite element models to evaluate structural margins across launch and on-orbit environments\nStructural Modeling & Simulation\nBuild and maintain spacecraft finite element models (FEM) using tools such as NASTRAN, FEMAP, ANSYS, or equivalent\nGenerate analysis-ready models from CAD assemblies (Creo or similar) and ensure consistency between design and analysis configurations\nStructural Verification & Test Support\nSupport structural testing campaigns including vibration, acoustic, shock, and static load testing\nCorrelate FEM results with test data and update models to improve predictive capability\nCross-Functional Integration\nCollaborate closely with mechanical, propulsion, avionics, GNC, and thermal teams to ensure structural compatibility across spacecraft systems\nParticipate in design reviews, technical discussions, and program milestones to ensure structural readiness\nWhat It Takes\nBachelor’s degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Structural Engineering\n2+ years of experience performing structural analysis for spacecraft, launch vehicles, or comparable aerospace hardware\nExperience with finite element analysis (FEA) tools such as NASTRAN, FEMAP, ANSYS, Abaqus, or similar\nExperience building structural models directly from CAD assemblies (Creo, SolidWorks, NX, or equivalent)\nExperience analyzing launch and dynamic environments, including sine/random vibration, shock, and acoustic loads\nExperience supporting structural testing and model correlation using real hardware test data\nKnowledge of aerospace structural materials, joints, fasteners, and lightweight structural design techniques\nAbility to operate independently while collaborating effectively across multidisciplinary teams\nNice-to-Have Experience\nExperience with spacecraft structural environments and mission loads\nFamiliarity with composite structures, thin-walled pressure vessels, or propulsion system structures\nExperience supporting environmental test campaigns, including instrumentation and fixture design\nFamiliarity with Python or MATLAB for analysis automation or post-processing\nExperience with fracture mechanics tools such as NASGRO\nFamiliarity with aerospace structural standards such as NASA-STD-5001, SMC-S-016, or MIL-STD-1540\nExperience working in a fast-paced startup or rapid development environment\nWhat You’ll Get\nOwnership - Responsibility for spacecraft structural design and analysis across flight programs\nInnovation - Hands-on involvement in developing next-generation high-mobility spacecraft platforms\nImpact - Your work will directly influence spacecraft flight readiness and mission success\nGrowth - Opportunities to shape structural engineering practices within a rapidly growing space company\n Compensation - Competitive salary, equity, and comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, generous leave, HSA, 401(k) matching\nLocation: Rockville, MD \nBase Salary: $100,000-140,000\nThe salary range for this role is an estimate based on a wide range of compensation factors. Actual salary offer may vary based on (but not limited to) work experience, education and/or training, critical skills, and/or business considerations. Highly competitive equity grants are included in the majority of full time offers; and are considered part of Quantum Space's total compensation package.\nAdditional Requirements\nTo comply with U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including ITAR, applicants must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, protected individual per 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.\nApply now. 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