Seattle, WA (Hybrid Flexibility Available)
OverviewWe are partnering with an advanced engineering organization in the aerospace & defense sector seeking a Principal Analyst to serve as a technical leader within their Analysis group.
This individual will play a critical role supporting multiple development programs—providing deep expertise in structural analysis, guiding engineering decisions, and leading a team of analysts responsible for evaluating complex mechanical systems.
This is a hands-on technical leadership role ideal for someone who enjoys solving challenging physics-based problems while mentoring and elevating a high-performing team.
What You’ll Be DoingLead and guide a team of analysts supporting design and development efforts across multiple programsPerform and oversee structural analysis including stress, fatigue, and damage tolerance evaluationsDevelop and interpret finite element models (FEA) to predict system performance and inform design decisionsPartner closely with design and test engineering teams to validate concepts from early development through final verificationContribute to test planning, analysis reporting, and engineering documentationEvaluate system behavior across a range of physics domains including structural, thermal, and dynamic environmentsProvide technical input into requirements, system performance, and overall engineering strategyMentor junior engineers and help establish best practices within the analysis functionWhat They’re Looking ForStrong background in structural analysis within aerospace, defense, or similar high-performance environmentsHands-on experience with FEA tools such as ANSYS and FEMAPProven ability to apply engineering fundamentals (mechanics, dynamics, thermodynamics) to real-world problemsExperience leading technical efforts or mentoring engineers in a team environmentAbility to clearly communicate analysis results and engineering recommendationsComfortable working in a fast-paced, development-focused environmentPreferred BackgroundDegree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or related fieldExperience with tools such as NASTRAN, LS-DYNA, CATIA, or similarExposure to multi-physics problems (thermal, shock/vibration, kinematics, etc.)Background supporting complex mechanical systems or aerospace platformsAdditional DetailsHybrid work flexibility available (Seattle area preferred)Must be a U.S. Citizen and eligible for a DoD clearance Read Less