Advanced Concepts Engineer
About The Position
The Advanced Concepts Engineer will support HDUSA's engineering organization across technical research, program engineering, and business development functions. This is a unique hybrid role designed for a recent Ph.D. graduate with deep technical grounding in advanced flight systems and fluid dynamics who is seeking direct exposure to how technical work translates into programs, proposals, and customer relationships within the U.S. defense industry. The successful candidate will work in close partnership with the Technical Director on a range of engineering and strategic initiatives, with a deliberate developmental path toward technical or program leadership.
Requirements
- Ph.D. in aerospace engineering, mechanical engineering, or related field (completed or degree conferral as expected by June 2027).
- Demonstrated research experience in aerospace engineering, mechanical engineering, or related field
- Strong academic research record and demonstrated initiative.
- Genuine interest in business development, program management, and industry acumen alongside technical work.
- Must be able to obtain a SECRET level Security Clearance.
Nice To Haves
- Prior internship experience in an industry, government, or national laboratory setting preferred.
Responsibilities
- Serve as a technical contributor for advanced concept systems supporting HDUSA
- Contribute to technology roadmap development for the engineering portfolio, translating current research into program-relevant technical opportunities and identifying strategic investments for future research
- Represent HDUSA technically in select university and government research partnerships and technical interchange meetings
- Contribute to development of program schedules, Physical Breakdown Structures, and staffing / ROM estimates for proposal and execution efforts
- Assist with configuration management planning and CDRL/SDRL tracking on active contracts/subcontracts
- Support systems engineering documentation, including requirements traceability and interface control documentation, on assigned programs
- Support preparation of capture and proposal materials, including RFI responses, technical volumes, and pitch materials for government customers
- Assist with coordination across partner and subcontractor organizations, including FFRDC, UARC, Academic, and international affiliates.
- Represent HDUSA at industry conferences, technical forums, and government engagements as directed.
- Participate in a structured first-year rotation across technical, program engineering, and business development functions under direct mentorship of the Technical Director.
- Build foundational knowledge of DOW acquisition processes, FAR/DFARS basics, and defense industry business practices.
Benefits
- Discretionary annual bonuses
- Benefits
- Other forms of compensation as part of Hanwha Defense USA's total rewards package.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
