Computational Structural Dynamicist

What You'll Do

• Algorithm Development : Implement and optimize advanced structural dynamics capabilities into commercial FEA software.
• Architecture & Design : Work closely with Product Management to translate automotive and aerospace requirements into robust software designs.
• Mathematical Modeling : Apply high-level linear algebra techniques to solve complex engineering mechanics problems.
• High-Performance Computing : Develop and optimize parallel code to ensure high-performance, bug-free execution on modern hardware.
• Code Maintenance & Troubleshooting : Diagnose, debug, and resolve complex numerical and algorithmic issues within a large, production-grade legacy and modern Fortran codebase.
• Required Qualifications Education : PhD in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Applied Mechanics or Civil Engineering.
• FEA Expertise : Proven experience implementing, enhancing, and debugging algorithms inside a commercial-grade parallel finite element code.
• Codebase Familiarity : High proficiency in C++, FORTRAN and Python, with comfort navigating, refactoring, and fixing bugs in the codebase.
• Advanced Dynamics : Mastery of advanced structural dynamics, including transient, modal, frequency-response, and non-linear dynamic analyses.
• Linear Algebra : Strong expertise in applied linear algebra for engineering mechanics (e.g., sparse solvers, eigenvalue problems).
• Parallel Computing : Strong background in debugging and optimizing parallel programming paradigms (e.g., MPI, OpenMP).
• Preferred Skills & Experience Aerospace Disciplines : Knowledge of aeroelasticity (flutter, gust response) and rotor dynamics (jet engines, turbomachinery).
• Automotive Disciplines : Knowledge of vibro-acoustics / NVH (Noise, Vibration, and Harshness) and powertrain.
• Experience with modern software engineering practices, including regression testing, profiling tools, version control, and continuous integration.
• The annual salary range for California is $117,600 to $218,400.
• You may also be eligible to receive incentive compensation: bonus, equity, and benefits.
• Sales positions generally offer a competitive On Target Earnings (OTE) incentive compensation structure.
• Please note that the salary range is a guideline and compensation may vary based on factors such as qualifications, skill level, competencies and work location.
• Our benefits programs include: paid vacation and paid holidays, 401(k) plan with employer match, employee stock purchase plan, a variety of medical, dental and vision plan options, and more.
• We’re doing work that matters.
• Help us solve what others can’t.