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Longenecker & Associates (L&A) seeks a motivated Structural Analyst to contribute to our mission supporting our work at Centrus Energy in Oak Ridge, TN.  

L&A is a woman-owned small business and trusted partner enabling critical missions across the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) complex for more than 30 years. We contribute to DOE’s nuclear security and environmental remediation enterprise by providing the highest-caliber staff and experts.

L&A is unconditionally committed to mission success and the well-being of employees, the nation and the environment. Our team members are passionate about building a healthier environment for generations to come. We are a community that interfaces and effectively communicates with all levels of management and government. If you have a passion for excellence, seek opportunities to engage in mission critical work, and consistently exceed expectations, apply now to join our professional family.

POSITION DESCRIPTION

You will serve as a senior technical authority performing advanced structural and thermal analysis using state-of-the-art FEA tools to evaluate and optimize high-vacuum systems, composite and metallic structures, and fabricated assemblies. You’ll lead static, dynamic, modal, and thermal simulations, validate analytical models with test data, and partner closely with design, manufacturing, quality, and testing teams to ensure performance, safety, and reliability. You’ll produce and review high-quality engineering documentation, guide fabrication and assembly packages, drive continuous improvement in simulation processes, and ensure strict compliance with DOE and NQA-1 quality standards—while mentoring engineers and influencing technical direction.

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering Field.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• 3+ years of experience in structural and/or thermal analysis.
• Experience with DOE projects.
• Experience with ANSYS and Structural Analysis.
• Expeirence with Pipe Stress Analysis
• CREO experience.
• NQA-1 experience.
• Must possess or be able to obtain a DOE Q-level security clearance.
• Ability to work in a diverse work environment.
• Satisfactory results of a pre-employment screening, which includes a background check and drug screening in accordance with Federal requirements (details below),
• Ability to fulfill and promote L&A core values.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Current Q Clearance.
• Prior experience with centrifuge systems.

LOCATION

Work will be performed at the Centrus facility in Oak Ridge, TN.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORKING CONDITIONS

Successful candidates will be able to perform the essential functions of the job with reasonable accommodation. This job posting reflects management’s assignment of essential functions and the descriptions listed do not restrict management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

PRE-EMPLOYMENT SCREENING

Please note that marijuana remains a Schedule I controlled substance under Federal Law. Federal contractors must follow Federal drug-free workplace rules, which prohibit marijuana use, even if medical or recreational use is permitted under State Law.   

SALARY AND BENEFITS

As an L&A employee, you will be eligible for a competitive salary as well as a comprehensive benefits package including healthcare (medical and dental), 401K plan, and paid time off. We believe in investing in our employees beyond compensation and as an L&A employee, you will have access to in-house training, career pathing, mentoring, award programs, tuition reimbursement and much more.

L&A is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, or status as a qualified individual with a disability or protected veteran.