The Aerospace Corporation
The Aerospace CorporationVerified Source

Vibroacoustics and Shock Engineer

117K–227K
Onsite · Los Angeles, California
Posted August 12, 2026
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Overview

The Aerospace Corporation seeks a Vibroacoustics and Shock Engineer to lead proactive expansion of test practice and enhance cross-disciplinary collaboration. This role involves leading technical assessments and serving as a point of contact across programs while driving innovation in dynamic environments. Success requires engaging with industry and media to shape test philosophy for emerging defense and civil systems.

What You'll Do11

  • 1Proactively identify areas of necessary development in environmental standards or analysis
  • 2Work with management and engage teams to execute Lead technical assessments
  • 3Serve as point of contact on multiple programs/projects
  • 4Coordinate and contribute to work within and outside of core team
  • 5Demonstrate proficiency in dynamic environments testing and instrumentation setup
  • 6Provide technical leadership and mentorship to staff
  • 7Contribute to engagement with industry and command media updates on test philosophy
  • 8Initiate outreach to other engineering departments and program offices for collaborative efforts and funding
  • 9Present technical and project status briefings to management and external customers
  • 10Travel to customer and contractor facilities to support reviews and testing
  • 11Lead development of vibroacoustic analysis and shock assessment methodologies

Requirements13

  • 1Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Structural or Aerospace Engineering or similar field
  • 26 or more years of applicable professional or academic experience
  • 3Experience in dynamic environments testing instrumentation selection and analysis
  • 4Working knowledge of finite element analysis and statistical energy analysis
  • 5Experience with spectral analysis of dynamic signals and Wave6 software
  • 6Ability to present results effectively in briefings and technical reports
  • 7Current and active TS/SCI security clearance with U.S. citizenship
  • 8Minimum 10 years of professional or educational experience in structural dynamics
  • 9Relevant experience in spacecraft vibroacoustic and shock analysis and testing
  • 10Advanced degree(s) preferred with coursework in structural dynamics
  • 1115 or more years of experience in structural dynamics or related field
  • 12Proficiency in commercial vibroacoustic and finite element analysis tools
  • 13Hands-on hardware experience in testing or production environments

Salary Insight

$117 - $227k per year

Location

Typeonsite
LocationLos Angeles, California

Required Skills

VibroacousticsShockDynamic environments testingInstrumentation selection/setupFinite element analysisStatistical energy analysisBoundary element analysisData processingSpectral analysisWave6PythonTS/SCI clearance
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