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# Structures Design Engineer II Organization

- **Company:** Astro Mechanica
- **Location:** San Francisco, CA, United States
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Computer-Aided Design, Abaqus, Adobe InDesign, Windows Aero, Configuration Management, SolidWorks (CAD), Nastran (Computer-Aided Design Software), Systems Development Life Cycle, Ansys
- **Published:** September 16, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.careerbuilder.com/job-details/structures-design-engineer-ii-san-francisco-ca--788def4b-3cc1-4a39-ba16-268d54a1dbfb

## About the Role

* Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering or a related field
 * 3+ years of experience in structural design and analysis
 * Familiarity with composite and metallic materials, structural design principles, and manufacturing processes
 * Hands-on proficiency in CAD (e.g. NX, SolidWorks, or similar)
 * Exposure to structural analysis methods (hand calculations, FEA tools such as Nastran, Abaqus, or Ansys)
 * Strong problem-solving skills and willingness to take initiative
 * Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, multidisciplinary environment
 * Enthusiasm for learning, building, and contributing to innovative aerospace vehicles, Aerospace Engineering, Aerospace and Defense, Analysis Skills, CAD/CAM (Computer-Aided Design/Computer-Aided Manufacturing), Change Control, Composite Materials, Cross-Functional, Finite Element Analysis, High Reliability, Manufacturing, Manufacturing/Industrial Processes, Mechanical Engineering, Performance Analysis, Problem Solving Skills, Propulsion, Quality Metrics, Scalable System Development, SolidWorks, Team Player, Technical/Engineering Design, Testing, Trade Studies

## Description

Astro Mechanica is seeking a Structures Engineer to join our growing team. The ideal candidate has a strong foundation in structural design principles and a passion for solving challenging aerospace problems. You're eager to apply your engineering education and early career experience to real aircraft hardware, while learning from experienced engineers across disciplines. You'll play a key role in helping to design, analyze, and test advanced aerospace structures that directly contribute to the performance and safety of our vehicles.
WHAT YOU'LL DO:

 * Contribute to the design and analysis of composite and metallic structures for high-performance aircraft
 * Support structural layout and configuration development with guidance from senior engineers
 * Perform CAD modeling, drawings, and basic structural analysis (hand calcs and FEA)
 * Assist with trade studies balancing performance, weight, cost, and manufacturability
 * Collaborate with cross-functional teams (aero, propulsion, manufacturing, test) to define and support structural requirements
 * Participate in design reviews, manufacturing support, and testing activities
 * Document work clearly and maintain configuration control of designs and models
 * Learn from senior engineers and steadily grow technical depth and autonomy


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