Dynamic FEA Engineer I Job at Safran, Gainesville, TX

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  • Safran
  • Gainesville, TX

Job Description

As a member of the Safran Seats business, you play a major role in teamwork that provides over one million seats to major airlines worldwide. Our commitment to superior quality, comfort and innovation ensure that you can take pride in doing meaningful work that supports the needs of passengers and crews alike.

No matter your role, you connect and collaborate with your fellow team members to bring state-of-the-art, high value-added solutions to market. Because we are one of the few original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) to offer an all-inclusive range of passenger seats for commercial aircraft, you'll do impressive work that supports passengers in a variety of seating options, from economy to first class.

Objective:

Dynamic FEA Engineers will be responsible for performing advanced Finite Element Analysis (FEA) simulations and analyses to evaluate the dynamic behavior and performance of mechanical systems. This position will work closely with our engineering team to ensure the structural integrity, reliability, and performance optimization of our products and will work under close supervision of Lead FEA Engineers.

Authorities:
Position has the authority to organize daily and weekly workload for them self to meet the established milestones. Demand dates from design engineer and project engineers for models/ Designs to support deliverables. Recommend design changes to mitigate technical risk…”

Duties and Responsibilities

Note: Nothing in this restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. This does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment
Main Function Responsibilities

List the current duties and responsibilities each which account for more than 5-10% of the incumbent's time or are critical to the successful performance of the job

A) Responsible for inspecting the CAD data received from designers prior to the inception of meshing.
B) Responsible for doing all the mesh quality checks defined per the internal design validation guidelines for meshing by Safran Seats USA.
C) Set up the model for static and quasi static analysis using Altair tools or LS-pre-post.
G) Perform all the necessary linear/non-linear static analysis.
H) Ensure that FEA models and simulations comply with industry standards, best practices, and customer requirements.
I) Analyze and interpret FEA results to identify potential design flaws, weaknesses, and areas for improvement. Validate model with test and establish correlation
J) Work with lead engineers to Develop and implement appropriate modeling techniques, boundary conditions, and material properties to accurately simulate real-world dynamic scenarios.
K) Optimize design based on analysis and test results.
L) Prepare technical presentations for product engineering under the supervision of design validation engineer IV or lead

As a member of the Safran Seats business, you play a major role in teamwork that provides over one million seats to major airlines worldwide. Our commitment to superior quality, comfort and innovation ensure that you can take pride in doing meaningful work that supports the needs of passengers and crews alike.

No matter your role, you connect and collaborate with your fellow team members to bring state-of-the-art, high value-added solutions to market. Because we are one of the few original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) to offer an all-inclusive range of passenger seats for commercial aircraft, you'll do impressive work that supports passengers in a variety of seating options, from economy to first class.

Objective:

Dynamic FEA Engineers will be responsible for performing advanced Finite Element Analysis (FEA) simulations and analyses to evaluate the dynamic behavior and performance of mechanical systems. This position will work closely with our engineering team to ensure the structural integrity, reliability, and performance optimization of our products and will work under close supervision of Lead FEA Engineers.

Authorities:
Position has the authority to organize daily and weekly workload for them self to meet the established milestones. Demand dates from design engineer and project engineers for models/ Designs to support deliverables. Recommend design changes to mitigate technical risk…”

Duties and Responsibilities

Note: Nothing in this restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. This does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment
Main Function Responsibilities

List the current duties and responsibilities each which account for more than 5-10% of the incumbent's time or are critical to the successful performance of the job

A) Responsible for inspecting the CAD data received from designers prior to the inception of meshing.
B) Responsible for doing all the mesh quality checks defined per the internal design validation guidelines for meshing by Safran Seats USA.
C) Set up the model for static and quasi static analysis using Altair tools or LS-pre-post.
G) Perform all the necessary linear/non-linear static analysis.
H) Ensure that FEA models and simulations comply with industry standards, best practices, and customer requirements.
I) Analyze and interpret FEA results to identify potential design flaws, weaknesses, and areas for improvement. Validate model with test and establish correlation
J) Work with lead engineers to Develop and implement appropriate modeling techniques, boundary conditions, and material properties to accurately simulate real-world dynamic scenarios.
K) Optimize design based on analysis and test results.
L) Prepare technical presentations for product engineering under the supervision of design validation engineer IV or lead

Complementary Description

M) Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support the development of design guidelines, testing protocols, and validation procedures.
N) Comply with Safran Seats USA procedures (QAP) and certification internal procedures.
O) Stay updated on the latest advancements in dynamic FEA methodologies, tools, and techniques, and apply them to enhance analysis capabilities and efficiency.
P) Performs other duties as assigned.

This Job is open for Visa Sponsorship

Complementary Description

M) Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support the development of design guidelines, testing protocols, and validation procedures.
N) Comply with Safran Seats USA procedures (QAP) and certification internal procedures.
O) Stay updated on the latest advancements in dynamic FEA methodologies, tools, and techniques, and apply them to enhance analysis capabilities and efficiency.
P) Performs other duties as assigned.

This Job is open for Visa Sponsorship

Job Requirements

Education: Must have a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or Aeronautical Engineering or related.

Work Experience/Technical knowledge:
• Prefer 1 year of finite element analysis experience using LS-Dyna or Radioss, Altair HyperWorks suite, ANSYS or equivalent software package.
• Prefer knowledge of NASTRAN.

Professional Skills:
• Must have a strong background in basic structural engineering such as free body diagrams and strength of materials.
• Knowledge of FEA using LS-Dyna or Radioss, Altair HyperWorks suite, ANSYS or equivalent software package preferred. Knowledge of NASTRAN is preferred but not mandatory.
• Prefer broad understanding of finite element analysis and failure modes.
• Must have strong mechanical aptitude.
• Must have ability to think strategically and solve problems.
• Must be able to communicate efficiently in writing and verbally.
• Must be able to operate standard office equipment.
• Must be able to perform standard stress analysis.
• Must be willing to perform tests and some physical work at the test laboratory, as required.
• Knowledge of FAA (Part 25) and airframes manufacturer requirements is preferred but not mandatory.
• Basic ProE/CATIA skill is preferred.
• Knowledge of stochastic/statistical tools (DOE) is preferred
• Must have the ability to generate written communication and to operate required office equipment.
• Excellent communication skills to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams and present analysis findings to stakeholders..

Behavioral Skills:
• Must be detail oriented and have sound engineering judgment.
• Must be self-motivated and a self-starter.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret complex FEA results and provide practical recommendations.
• Continuous learning mindset and a passion for staying updated on emerging trends and advancements in the field of dynamic FEA analysis.

Desirable Aspects: Experience of FEA using LS-Dyna or Radioss, Altair HyperWorks suite tolos.

Physical Demands: This position requires extended periods of sitting while working with computers and viewing computer monitors and other office equipment. Finger dexterity needed in using misc. office equipment such as telephone, computer and copy machine, etc. Bending, stooping, reaching, and lifting up to approximately twenty pounds are required during tasks related to the job

Work environment: The work environment includes office setting with moderate office noise

Safran Seats USA is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status."

Job Requirements

Education: Must have a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or Aeronautical Engineering or related.

Work Experience/Technical knowledge:
• Prefer 1 year of finite element analysis experience using LS-Dyna or Radioss, Altair HyperWorks suite, ANSYS or equivalent software package.
• Prefer knowledge of NASTRAN.

Professional Skills:
• Must have a strong background in basic structural engineering such as free body diagrams and strength of materials.
• Knowledge of FEA using LS-Dyna or Radioss, Altair HyperWorks suite, ANSYS or equivalent software package preferred. Knowledge of NASTRAN is preferred but not mandatory.
• Prefer broad understanding of finite element analysis and failure modes.
• Must have strong mechanical aptitude.
• Must have ability to think strategically and solve problems.
• Must be able to communicate efficiently in writing and verbally.
• Must be able to operate standard office equipment.
• Must be able to perform standard stress analysis.
• Must be willing to perform tests and some physical work at the test laboratory, as required.
• Knowledge of FAA (Part 25) and airframes manufacturer requirements is preferred but not mandatory.
• Basic ProE/CATIA skill is preferred.
• Knowledge of stochastic/statistical tools (DOE) is preferred
• Must have the ability to generate written communication and to operate required office equipment.
• Excellent communication skills to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams and present analysis findings to stakeholders..

Behavioral Skills:
• Must be detail oriented and have sound engineering judgment.
• Must be self-motivated and a self-starter.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret complex FEA results and provide practical recommendations.
• Continuous learning mindset and a passion for staying updated on emerging trends and advancements in the field of dynamic FEA analysis.

Desirable Aspects: Experience of FEA using LS-Dyna or Radioss, Altair HyperWorks suite tolos.

Physical Demands: This position requires extended periods of sitting while working with computers and viewing computer monitors and other office equipment. Finger dexterity needed in using misc. office equipment such as telephone, computer and copy machine, etc. Bending, stooping, reaching, and lifting up to approximately twenty pounds are required during tasks related to the job

Work environment: The work environment includes office setting with moderate office noise

Safran Seats USA is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status."

Specificity of the job

International and/or Domestic travel required; None

Specificity of the job

International and/or Domestic travel required; None

Job Tags

Permanent employment, Contract work, Work experience placement, Worldwide, Visa sponsorship,

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