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Mid Level Stress Analyst - Nebula

Intuitive Machines

Houston, TX, USFull-timePosted Oct 8, 2026

Job description

Stress Analyst (Mid Level) Houston, TX About Intuitive Machines: Intuitive Machines is an innovative and cutting-edge space company making cislunar space accessible to both public and private customers. Our mission is to further science and exploration, communications, and economic progress from the Earth to the Moon and beyond.

With multiple NASA lunar missions in development and additional private missions on our manifest, we pride ourselves in supporting NASA, our customers, and the nation in paving the way to return humans to the surface of the Moon. Our world-class team includes experts in all aspects of spacecraft subsystems design, development, and test, on-orbit operations, and safety.

About the Position: Intuitive Machines is seeking a Senior Level Stress Analyst to join our team. This position will support our growing Lunar Lander Team. The applicant will be located on-site in Houston, TX. The candidate will work in a cross-functional team on the analysis, development, manufacture, test, and on-orbit operation of flight, and ground support hardware, such as Lunar Lander Structure and secondary systems.

Responsibilities

Perform the analysis of Carbon Fiber Structural panels and joints, and metallic secondary structure Own the stress analysis for a variety of parts and assemblies. Perform analyses and effectively present solutions. Assist in developing manufacturing products.

Requirements

B.S degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or related discipline and minimum of 10 years of experience in mechanical engineering design or related discipline; or M.S. degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline and a minimum of 7 years of experience Experience with Microsoft Office suite Proficient in Finite Element Analysis Skilled in the use of FEMAP/NASTRAN including advanced analysis techniques and writing API scripts Proficient in closed form analysis methodology for bolted joints and initial sizing of structural components Familiarity with component design using 3D CAD software, preferably Solidworks, for basic design trades in support of multiple design engineers Experienced with the analysis of carbon fiber parts and assemblies, carbon fiber tubes and sandwich panels Preferred Requirements: Effective verbal and written communication Ability to work in a collaborative team environment Excellent organizational skills Creative approach to problem solving Embraces Intuitive Machines core values: Respect, Integrity, Dedication, and Excellence Ability and willingness to work under compressed and aggressive delivery schedules Teamwork

  • Eager and able to work in a collaborative and cross-disciplinary fashion in a fast-paced, dynamic and deadline-oriented environment US EEO Statement: Intuitive Machines is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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