Mechanical Engineer II - Structural Analysis

Voyager is an innovative defense, national security and space technology company committed to advancing and delivering transformative, mission-critical solutions. We tackle the most complex challenges to unlock new frontiers for human progress, fortify national security, and protect critical assets to lead in the race for technological and operational superiority from ground to space. 

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You’ll help lay the foundation for humanity's future. Join a culture where innovation thrives, curiosity is rewarded, and impact is real. We’re a company of doers, thinkers and builders, united by purpose and grounded in reality. 

If you want to put your skills to work where the stakes are real and the mission is bigger than any one person, forge the future with Voyager. 

The Mechanical Engineer II – Structural Analysis for Strategic Systems is responsible for ensuring the structural integrity and performance of advanced solid rocket propulsion systems and coordinating closely with an interdisciplinary team of engineers.

The position reports to the Analysis and M&P Team Manager and is part of the Strategic Systems Division based in Folsom, CA. This role is remote with teammates located in Folsom, CA, Reno, NV, and Huntsville, AL.

Essential functions:

• Perform stress analysis of complex hardware systems utilizing both first principles concepts and FEA software, interpret and validate analysis results, and provide recommendations to improve product design.
• Perform structural dynamics of multibody systems to identify critical modes, assess the response of the structure when subjected to random vibration and shock loading, and provide recommendations to improve product design.
• Understand fundamentals of CFD and thermal analysis methods and techniques, and how to incorporate these physics models within structural analyses.

Basic Qualifications:

• Familiarity with mechanical design concepts related to high precision hardware
• Familiarity with the physics of solid rocket motor systems
• An ability to interpret engineering drawings with an understanding of GD&T fundamentals and to utilize basic functionality of CAD software
• An ability to effectively communicate technical information to technical and non-technical audiences

In this role, the essential functions are: (list 4-8 essential functions based on job seniority level).

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1. Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering from an accredited college/university with 2 - 4 years of experience OR Master’s degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering with 0 - 2 years of experience OR PhD in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering with 0 years of experience

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working in a fast-paced space and defense industry environment
• Experience with solid or liquid rocket propulsion technologies

Travel, Physical and/or Government Mandated Requirements:

• Travel up to 10% of time

The good faith base salary range for this role is $92,000 – $135,000 at the time of this posting. Where you fall within the range depends on your experience, skills, and location. This range reflects base salary only and does not include benefits or bonus/incentive. This range may be adjusted in the future.

This position is incentive plan eligible.

Voyager offers a highly competitive total compensation package designed to support the well-being, growth, and success of our employees. Employees benefit from a flexible and comprehensive rewards program that supports both professional and personal well-being.  

• Flexible Time Off (FTO), empowering employees to take the time they need to recharge and maintain a healthy work-life balance

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and their families, with a significant portion of premiums covered by the company and many benefits paid at 100% for employees
• Flexible, affordable gym memberships with 12,700+ options nationwide including 24 Hour Fitness, EoS Fitness, Crunch Fitness, Anytime Fitness, Blink Fitness, Chuze Fitness and more! No long term contracts and FREE on-demand workout videos before you enroll

• 401(k) retirement plan with a company match of up to 4% to help you build long-term financial security

• Company wellness programs that support physical and mental well-being

• Additional voluntary benefits and employee support resources

• The opportunity to work alongside a highly talented team in an innovative, mission driven environment

Voyager is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.  

Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran 

The statements contained in this job description are intended to describe the general content and requirements for performance of this job. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job duties, responsibilities, and requirements. This job description is not an employment agreement or contract. Management has the exclusive right to alter the scope of work within the framework of this job description at any time without prior notice.