Staff Mechanical Analyst

Are you passionate about shaping the future of humanity's presence in space? Lunar Outpost, an industry leader in space robotics and planetary vehicles, invites you to join our team! Lunar Outpost is dedicated to creating a permanent presence in space, while also driving positive impacts here on Earth. We are currently seeking a

Staff Mechanical Analyst

to contribute to our mission in a dynamic startup environment. As a Staff Mechanical Analyst, you will be responsible for

leading and overseeing the mechanical analysis team at Lunar Outpost.

This is a key leadership role requiring deep technical expertise and a proactive approach to team development in a fast-paced, multidisciplinary environment.

Key Responsibilities :

• Develop high-quality analytical models of vehicles / mobility platforms
• Perform mechanical analysis (Loads, Stress, Fatigue / Fracture, Dynamics, Vibration, etc.) in a quick-turn, rapid development environment
• Interact with the mechanical engineering design team to rapidly iterate and improve designs as informed by analysis
• Interact with project management and company leadership to determine timelines, schedule tasks, and ensure deadlines are met
• Contribute to the standardization of practices and procedures within the mechanical analysis team
• Write technical reports detailing analysis processes, results, and recommendations
• Allocate team resources and delegate analysis tasks to team members, supporting multiple projects and analysis efforts
• Oversee work performed to ensure high-quality work products
• Understand analysis requirements and ensure analysis is performed in compliance with applicable Lunar Outpost and NASA standards
• Generate applicable loading profiles to be communicated to vendors and stakeholders
• Prepare and present materials for Test Readiness Reviews (TRR), Preliminary Design Reviews (PDR), Failure Review Boards (FRB), and Critical Design Reviews (CDR)
• Collaborate with NASA Insight members in recurring working group sessions

Required Qualifications :

Finite Element Modeling software

standards, considerations, classifications, and analysis methods

Preferred Qualifications :

in FEMAP

Lunar Outpost is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate against protected characteristics (gender, age, sexual orientation, race, nationality, ethnicity, religion, disability, veteran status). We want all employees (including executives and HR) to treat others with respect and professionalism.