Aerodynamics Chief Engineer

Analytical Mechanics AssociatesHampton, VA
$200,000 - $225,000Onsite

About The Position

Analytical Mechanics Associates (AMA) is seeking a full-time Rotorcraft Aerodynamics Chief Engineer to support the RSES contract at NASA Langley Research Center. This role requires exceptional knowledge and experience in rotorcraft aerodynamics and dynamics testing, model design, and aerodynamic and dynamics data analysis. Preference will be given to candidates with documented expertise in leading large-scale wind tunnel facilities, experience with Particle Image Velocimetry measurements, stress and strain measurements, and rotor model development. Peer-Reviewed journal publications on relevant topics are a plus.

Requirements

  • 20+ years of rotorcraft and wind-tunnel related experience required.
  • Demonstrated leader advising at SES-level, or equivalent, regarding rotorcraft testing requirements and analysis.
  • Proficient in experimental design, risk assessment, and documentation efforts.
  • Strong experience leading and mentoring younger engineers.
  • U.S citizenship or Permanent Residence is required.

Nice To Haves

  • Exceptional knowledge and experience in the field of rotorcraft aerodynamics and dynamics testing, model design, and aerodynamic and dynamics data analysis.
  • Strong preference towards documented expertise leading large-scale wind tunnel facilities.
  • Experience in Particle Image Velocimetry measurements, stress and strain measurements, and rotor model development.
  • Peer-Reviewed journal publications on relevant topics a plus.

Responsibilities

  • Provide senior-level leadership expertise in wind tunnel experimental testing, design, and execution.
  • Provide schedule, budget, and performance tracking for large wind tunnel experiments.
  • Serve as the senior-level engineering support for safe operations of wind tunnel facility.
  • Ensure existing technical standards are met and establish new standards for evolving experimental needs.
  • Support development, testing, and documentation of rotorcraft aerodynamics and dynamic models.
  • Assist in documentation and review of experimental data collection efforts.

Benefits

  • paid personal and federally recognized holiday leave
  • salary deferrals into a 401(k)-matching plan with immediate vesting
  • tuition reimbursement
  • short/long term disability plans
  • a variety of medical, dental, and vision insurance options
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