EVONA · 11 hours ago
Structural Engineer
EVONA is supporting a space technology company working on advanced satellite platforms, seeking a Static Load Test Engineer to join their structural engineering team. This role involves supporting and executing static load testing activities on spacecraft structures, collaborating with various teams to validate hardware for launch and on-orbit environments.
Responsibilities
Static load test planning, execution, and post-test analysis for spacecraft and satellite structures
Correlation of test results with structural analysis and finite element models
Supporting qualification and acceptance testing of flight and development hardware
Collaboration with design, systems, and manufacturing teams to resolve structural issues
Contributing to test procedures, reports, and certification documentation
Qualification
Required
Experience as a Structural Engineer or Test Engineer within aerospace or space environments
Strong background in structural analysis and test correlation
Hands-on experience using FEMAP and NASTRAN
Understanding of spacecraft structural loads, margins, and qualification processes
Experience supporting or executing static load tests on aerospace structures
Ability to work across multidisciplinary teams in a fast-paced development environment
Preferred
Previous experience working directly on satellites or spacecraft hardware
Exposure to launch vehicle or space qualification standards
Experience with test instrumentation, strain gauges, or load measurement systems