Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Corvid's small team in Tucson is looking to add an engineer experienced in high-rate finite element analysis (FEA) to support various tasks with multiple defense customers. This challenging position will use (and develop) internal computational tools to investigate dynamic phenomena including hypervelocity penetration, reactive material physics, material characterization, and weapon system evaluation.

This opportunity could use a recent graduate or an experienced engineer - but they must be interested in doing highly computational analysis of systems. Candidates will have the opportunity to develop FEA skills, design and evaluate new technologies, present findings to a variety of stakeholders, and participate in capture efforts for new programs.

Typical tasking will include:

• Performing complex technical analysis, including numerical model development, failure analysis, structural integrity analysis, damage analysis, data reduction, data plotting, and data visualization
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams on a variety of projects, such as aerodynamics, mechanical design, manufacturing, and testing/prototyping
• Synthesizing results to present to internal and external stakeholders at various levels of technical understanding

Requirements:

• Candidate must be a US citizen and meet eligibility to obtain (and maintain) a Secret Clearance
• Bachelor's Degree in engineering or related discipline (Master's or PhD preferred)
• Experience in material science, numerical methods, and finite element analysis
• Fundamental knowledge of structural dynamics with a preference for exposure to high-rate analysis
• Candidate should demonstrate some proficiency in finite element analysis (Ansys, Abaqus, LS-Dyna)
• Working knowledge of CAD and numerical grid generation techniques and applications
• Experience with scripting and language capabilities (i.e. Python) as well as working in Linux is plus

About Corvid:

Corvid Technologies is an engineering firm specializing in high-fidelity, computational modeling and simulation to analyze, design, and manufacture products for aerospace, DoD, and commercial customers. We offer a fast-paced and flexible work environment, where we tackle difficult, cutting-edge technical challenges using state-of-the-art technologies and resources.

Why Corvid:

We value our employee-owners and in addition to offering challenging work opportunities and competitive pay, Corvid believes in providing a strong benefits package that delivers value to our team members at all stages of their career.

Our benefits include:

• Employee ownership through our generous 401(k) match in Corvid Stock
• Medical insurance via Blue Cross - PPO and High-Deductible plans (with company HSA contribution)
• Paid Time Off (PTO) starting at 3 weeks - based on years of industry experience not tenure
• Career development and continuing education opportunities
• Company provided life, long-term, and short-term disability insurance
• Incentive opportunities to reward strong performance and corporate growth
• Paid gym membership

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