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Senior Loads and Dynamics Engineer
Astrolab · Hawthorne, California, Hawthorne, CA · On Site · Active · $160,000–$190,000 / year · Pinpoint
Job facts
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Company | Astrolab |
| Title | Senior Loads and Dynamics Engineer |
| Normalized title | - |
| Department / team | Vehicle Engineering |
| Location | Hawthorne, CA, United States |
| Work model | On Site |
| Employment type | Full Time |
| Salary | $160,000–$190,000 / year |
| Status | active |
| ATS provider | Pinpoint |
| Posted / first seen | — / 2026-05-31 |
| Changed / last seen | 2026-06-06 / 2026-06-18 |
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| Company | Astrolab |
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| ATS provider | Pinpoint |
Description
Venturi Astrolab, Inc. (Astrolab) is pioneering new ways to explore and operate on distant planetary bodies. We are singularly focused on designing, building, and operating a fleet of multi-purpose commercial planetary rovers to extend and enhance humanity’s presence in the solar system. We are seeking motivated, creative, and exceptional people to join our world-class team.
As a Senior Loads and Dynamics Engineer, you will work with other engineering teams to design, develop, test, and operate planetary rovers and related hardware. You will be responsible for defining and managing mechanical load definitions related to launch, landing, and operations, as well as conducting load analyses and tests throughout the lifecycle of hardware development.
Define and manage mechanical loads & environments (static, vibration, shock, and acoustics) for design using techniques such as: Mass acceleration curve generation or other preliminary design methods Finite element modeling and simulation using aerospace industry methods Design loads analysis methods such as response-limited sine vibration or Modal Mass Acceleration Curves Model reduction and delivery for coupled loads analyses Support dynamics test setup and analysis for hardware development and verification, including ownership of test campaigns for dynamics model correlation. Notable test types include: Modal survey Sine & random vibration Acoustic Shock
Basic qualifications: 2+ years of experience in spacecraft dynamics modeling and testing Master’s degree in engineering or equivalent additional years of experience in a spacecraft loads and dynamics organization Proficiency with NASTRAN FEA solver and associated pre/post software (Femap or similar) for statics & dynamics simulation Proficiency with MATLAB for data analysis Ability to mentor and develop more junior engineers, contractors, and interns to build an effective design team Beneficial skills and experience: Applicable advanced degree Experience developing specialized analysis tools, e.g. use of Femap API and integrations with MATLAB Capability to utilize a combination of analytical calculations, numerical simulation, testing, and engineering judgment to solve dynamics problems Ownership of task execution Aptitude for managing priorities and operating in a fast-paced environment Ability to work in a collaborative team environment with engineers, technicians, and leadership
Join a team of best-in-class engineers building the foundation of planetary surface exploration Equity ownership in the company Comprehensive health benefits, including medical, dental, vision, and mental health support 401(k) plan with company match Flexible PTO and parental leave Home office set up reimbursement Weekly lunch stipend, plus complimentary snacks and beverages on-site Once a month social hour on-site with food and drinks
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| Provider | pinpoint |
| Provider Job Key | 517758 |
| Title | Senior Loads and Dynamics Engineer |
| Normalized Title | — |
| Status | active |
| Active | yes |
| Location Text | Hawthorne, California, Hawthorne, CA |
| Department | Vehicle Engineering |
| Team | — |
| Employment Type | full_time |
| Workplace Type | on_site |
| Remote Policy | — |
| Country | United States |
| Region | CA |
| City | Hawthorne |
| Salary Raw | $160,000 - $190,000 / year |
| Salary Min | 160,000 |
| Salary Max | 190,000 |
| Salary Currency | USD |
| Salary Period | year |
| Source URL | https://astrolab.pinpointhq.com/en/postings/855029e5-818c-4884-9b82-5661b8d9b395 |
| Apply URL | https://astrolab.pinpointhq.com/en/postings/855029e5-818c-4884-9b82-5661b8d9b395 |
| First Seen At | 2026-05-31 17:46:08Z |
| Last Seen At | 2026-06-18 12:07:03Z |
| Last Checked At | 2026-06-18 12:07:03Z |
| Last Changed At | 2026-06-06 10:52:14Z |
| Inactive At | — |
| Source Posted At | — |
| Source Updated At | — |
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