Rotary Dynamics Analyst

Zachary Piper Solutions is seeking a Rotary Dynamics Analyst to join a leading advanced manufacturing organization supporting critical national security initiatives located in Oak Ridge, TN. The Rotary Dynamics Analyst will be responsible for analyzing, designing, and optimizing complex rotating systems supporting gas centrifuge manufacturing operations. Responsibilities for the Rotary Dynamics Analyst Include:

• Perform rotor dynamics and vibration analyses to optimize the performance and reliability of complex rotating systems supporting gas centrifuge operations.

• Develop composite structural systems and evaluate material performance for advanced engineering applications.

• Collaborate with design and manufacturing engineering teams to select materials, define composite layups, fiber architecture, and resin systems.

• Support continuous improvement initiatives focused on materials, manufacturing processes, testing methodologies, and production efficiency.

• Perform finite element analysis (FEA) to evaluate structural integrity, vibration characteristics, and system performance.

• Investigate material, component, and process failures while leading root-cause analyses and corrective action efforts.

• Troubleshoot and diagnose issues involving rotary equipment and rotating machinery., Rotary Dynamics, Rotor Dynamics, Vibration Analysis, Mechanical Engineer, Structural Analysis, Finite Element Analysis, FEA, ANSYS, Abaqus, NASTRAN, PATRAN, Rotating Equipment, Composite Materials, Mechanical Systems, Manufacturing Engineering, Root Cause Analysis, Gas Centrifuge, National Security, Oak Ridge, Tennessee

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Materials Engineering, or a related engineering discipline required.

• 5+ years of experience in rotor dynamics, vibration analysis, or rotating equipment engineering.

• Hands-on experience utilizing Finite Element Analysis (FEA) software including ANSYS, Abaqus, NASTRAN, PATRAN, or similar engineering tools.

• Strong understanding of rotating machinery, structural dynamics, vibration analysis, and mechanical system design.

• Experience troubleshooting, analyzing, and diagnosing rotary equipment and complex mechanical systems.

• Knowledge of composite materials, structural applications, manufacturing processes, and failure analysis preferred.

• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government security clearance required.

Salary Range: $100,000 - $135,000 annually depending on experience, plus relocation assistance. Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), Paid Time Off, and Sick Leave as required by law.