Computational Structural Dynamicist (Automotive/Aerospace)

TL;DR

Computational Structural Dynamicist (Automotive/Aerospace): Developing and optimizing solver capabilities for structural dynamics within MSC Nastran with an accent on algorithm design and numerical stability. Focus on implementing advanced linear algebra techniques, optimizing parallel code, and resolving complex algorithmic bugs in a production-grade codebase.

Location: Irvine, California (Onsite)

Salary: $117,600 – $218,400

Company

A global leader in electronic systems design and software tools for the automotive and aerospace industries.

What you will do

• Implement and optimize advanced structural dynamics capabilities into commercial FEA software.
• Translate automotive and aerospace requirements into robust software designs in collaboration with Product Management.
• Apply high-level linear algebra techniques to solve complex engineering mechanics problems.
• Develop and optimize parallel code to ensure high-performance execution on modern hardware.
• Diagnose, debug, and resolve complex numerical and algorithmic issues within a large legacy and modern Fortran codebase.

Requirements

• PhD in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Applied Mechanics, or Civil Engineering.
• Proven experience implementing and debugging algorithms inside commercial-grade parallel finite element code.
• High proficiency in C++, FORTRAN, and Python.
• Mastery of advanced structural dynamics (transient, modal, frequency-response, and non-linear dynamic analyses).
• Strong expertise in applied linear algebra for engineering mechanics, including sparse solvers and eigenvalue problems.
• Strong background in debugging and optimizing parallel programming paradigms (MPI, OpenMP).

Nice to have

• Knowledge of aeroelasticity (flutter, gust response) and rotor dynamics.
• Knowledge of vibro-acoustics / NVH (Noise, Vibration, and Harshness) and powertrain.
• Experience with modern software engineering practices: regression testing, profiling tools, version control, and CI/CD.

Culture & Benefits

• Paid vacation and paid holidays.
• 401(k) plan with employer match.
• Employee stock purchase plan.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plan options.