Specialist, Structural Engineering

L3

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Job Title:
Specialist, Structural Engineering

Job

Job Location:
Carlstadt, New Jersey (ARDE)

Job Schedule: 9/80:
Employees work 9 out of every 14 days – totaling 80 hours worked – and have every other Friday off

Job Description:

As part of L3

Harris, ARDE is a world-leading provider of advanced pressure vessels for aerospace applications. Our products support human spaceflight, launch vehicles, satellites, and defense systems, contributing to some of the most exciting and challenging projects in the industry.

We are seeking a highly motivated and skilled Specialist in Structural Engineering to join our dynamic ARDE Engineering Team. In this role, you will be responsible for the design, analysis, and support of testing and production of pressure vessels for critical aerospace and defense applications. You will collaborate closely with multidisciplinary teams, including design engineers, drafters, and production staff, to deliver innovative and reliable solutions in a fast-paced environment.

Essential Functions:

• Lead the design and structural analysis of pressure vessels, ensuring compliance with industry standards and customer requirements.
• Generate detailed engineering drawings and documentation, working in partnership with drafters and other engineering staff.
• Perform advanced stress and fracture analyses using both analytical methods and Finite Element Analysis (FEA) tools.
• Support and oversee testing activities, including pressurization, vibration, and rupture tests, to validate design integrity and performance.
• Provide technical support during the manufacturing and production phases, troubleshooting issues and implementing design improvements as needed.
• Prepare comprehensive technical reports, design documentation, and presentations for internal and external stakeholders.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives, leveraging lessons learned and best practices to enhance product quality and engineering processes.
• Stay current with emerging technologies, materials, and industry trends relevant to structural and pressure vessel engineering.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree and minimum 4 years of prior relevant experience. Graduate Degree and a minimum of 2 years of prior related experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 8 years of prior related experience.

Preferred Additional

Skills:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a closely related field preferred.
• Experience in structural analysis, including proficiency with Finite Element Analysis (FEA).
• Proficiency in drafting and 3D modeling software such as AutoCAD and Solid Works.
• Strong command of MS Office applications, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Excellent technical writing and communication skills, with the ability to clearly document and present complex engineering concepts.
• Experience with ABAQUS FEA software.
• Prior experience in structural or mechanical design for aerospace applications.
• Experience in composite structural design and analysis.
• Familiarity with industry standards and regulations for pressure vessel design (e.g., ASME, NASA, or military standards).
• Hands‑on experience supporting test and production environments in the aerospace or defense sector.
• High degree of autonomy and initiative, with strong organizational and prioritization skills.
• Attention to detail and a commitment to delivering high‑quality, reliable engineering solutions.
• Ability to thrive in a collaborative, fast‑paced,…