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Structural Engineer 3

Chandler, Arizona
Up to $94.74 DOE
Job ID: 220279 Secret Clearance

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Chandler, Arizona
Up to $94.74 DOE
12 months
1
Bachelor's Degree
5+ years
Secret
Oct 22, 2026

Job Description

Job #220279

Chipton-Ross is seeking a Structural Engineer 3 for a contract opportunity in Chandler, AZ.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS (REQUIRED SKILLS/EXPERIENCE)

  • Bachelor's degree in a STEM discipline (Science, Technology, Engineering or Math) with 5 years of related engineering experience; OR a Master’s degree in STEM with 3 years of related engineering experience, or a PhD in STEM with 1 year of experience
  • Hold a US Government Secret security clearance, or higher
  • Strong structural analysis background with demonstrated work experience and knowledge
  • Ability to read engineering drawings and specifications
  • Computer skills with standard word processing/spreadsheet experience
  • Ability to listen effectively, take direction, and possess initiative to accomplish assigned tasks and complete work in a timely fashion

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Performs structural analysis on launch vehicle and ground support components.
  • Analyzes damage tolerance, durability, design allowables and structural modeling.
  • Specific structural engineering specialties may include dynamics and loads, stability and stress fatigue and thermal analysis.
  • Tools will include NX CAD software and FEA.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS (DESIRED SKILLS/EXPERIENCE)

  • MS, or PhD in related field
  • Active US Government Secret security clearance, or higher at the time of application
  • Experience working with high performance flight structures
  • FEMAP, NX NASTRAN finite element analysis software
  • ANSYS, ABAQUS, and other software package experience also considered
  • Research and experience working with high temperatures, and effects in structural mechanics
  • Thermal loading, advanced high temperature materials, structural responses, and development testing
  • Working knowledge of CMC material systems
  • Scripting and AI use in fields of engineering and data sciences
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills

REQUIRED EDUCATION

Bachelor's degree in a Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) discipline is required.

School must be accredited.

HOURS

9/80A schedule. This position will serve on-site in Chandler, AZ.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

  • Applicants responding to this position will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements by currently possessing the ability to view classified government information.
  • Employment will be contingent on clearing a drug screen and background check. Both must clear prior to start date.
  • Candidates responding to this posting must currently possess the eligibility to work in the United States. No third parties please.

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Chipton-Ross provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by Federal, State or local law. This policy governs all areas of employment at Chipton-Ross, including recruiting, hiring, training, assignment, promotions, compensation, benefits, discipline, and terminations.

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