Venus Aerospace
Sr. Structures Engineer
TLDR
Lead structural development for innovative aerospace vehicles, defining internal standards, collaborating cross-functionally, and building the structures team's processes from the ground up.
What You'll Get To Do
Complete structural design and analysis across a variety of aerospace vehicle types and related hardware
Perform fatigue, buckling, stability, and general strength assessments via hand calcs and FEA (ANSYS preferred)
Own CAD models in NX and/or CATIA, including large assemblies and release processes
Define loads in coordination with GNC, propulsion, avionics, and systems teams
Support structural test campaigns and contribute to flight qualification plans
Develop internal processes, standards, and documentation for the growing team
Help team members and others at Venus learn and grow
Use TeamCenter, Dassault systems software, Jira, and Confluence for configuration control and program collaboration
Contribute to a collaborative, communicative team culture — strong interpersonal and conflict resolution skills are essential
What You Have
B.S. in Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering
5+ years of structural engineering experience
3+ years of FEA experience (ANSYS preferred)
3+ years of CAD experience (NX preferred), including large assembly management
Demonstrated proficiency in hand calculations and first-principles analysis
Familiarity with fatigue analysis methods and principles
Strong communication, collaboration, and team-building skills
U.S. Person eligible to work on ITAR-restricted programs
What Will Set You Apart
Experience with random vibration (derivation from flight data or specifications), vibration testing
Experience with design for manufacturing and producibility
Loads development including coupled loads analysis
Working knowledge of materials, buckling, structural joints, damage tolerance, and vibration
Experience creating or contributing to engineering standards and internal procedures
Background in multi-stage rockets, aircraft, or spacecraft
Flight qualification and structural test experience
Familiarity with TeamCenter, Dassault systems software, Jira, and Confluence
Location: On-site in Houston, TX
Benefits: Venus Aerospace employee benefits include a 401(k) plan, stock options, and medical benefits, including dental and vision. We have a flex-Friday flexible schedule, unlimited PTO, and receive professional development opportunities.
ITAR Requirements
This position involves access to technology that is subject to U.S. export controls. Any job offer made will be contingent upon the applicant’s capacity to serve in compliance with U.S. export controls. To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) you must be able to meet ITAR requirements (U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State). You can learn more about ITAR here.
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Benefits
Equity Compensation
stock options
Flexible Work Hours
flex-Friday flexible schedule
Paid Time Off
unlimited PTO
Venus Aerospace builds next-generation rocket propulsion platforms that deliver historic efficiency, primarily targeting the aerospace market. The company's innovative approach focuses on creating a spaceplane for one-hour global travel while maintaining a low carbon footprint, backed by a diverse team of experienced engineers.