Aircraft Dynamics Engineer

Astrion

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Aircraft Dynamics Engineer LOCATION: Eglin AFB, FL JOB STATUS: Full-time CLEARANCE: Secret or ability to obtain one TRAVEL: up to 25% Astrion has an exciting opportunity for an Aircraft Dynamics Engineer for the SEMATS3 contract, at Eglin AFB, FL. The Aircraft Dynamics Engineer shall support the Air Force Seek Eagle Evaluation of Compatibility and Technical Advisory process by contributing to modeling and simulation activities and evaluating aircraft/store configurations to determine aircraft dynamic response and stability characteristics. The work performed will be in direct support to the Air Force Seek Eagle Program. The ideal candidate will be a strong team player with excellent communication skills accustomed to software development and finite element analysis methods. This position will require collaborative work as part of a larger team. Must be able to work directly with contractor and Government personnel in a mixed badge environment to accomplish aircraft/weapons compatibility certifications.

Requirements

Due to the sensitivity of customer related requirements, U.S. Citizenship is required
Bachelor’s degree in Aeronautical, Aerospace, or Mechanical Engineering is required.
Must be able to obtain a Secret security clearance
Working experience, internships or graduate research projects that provided experience in aircraft stability and control or aircraft flight dynamics.
Advanced thinking and problem-solving ability.
Excellent interpersonal skills.
Excellent written and oral communication skills.
Very good attention to detail and a candidate who takes ownership and pride in all work.
Strong analytical and organizational skills.
Travel may be up to 25%.

Nice To Haves

Master's Degree highly desired.
2+ years of experience.
Proficiency using finite element analysis tools such as NASTRAN.
Experience operating in Linux/Unix environments using scripting languages (Windows, Python, Perl, etc.).

Responsibilities

Create, modify, and run computer simulation programs to perform linear, non-linear dynamic and aeroelastic analyses of aircraft structures.
Conduct analyses, research data, run and edit computer simulation programs, and write justification to support flight certification recommendations.
Participate in airborne weapon systems development, integration, test, and/or evaluation.
Plan and monitor flight tests, reduce flight test data, and integrate ground and flight test data to determine dynamic response and aeroelastic stability flight limits.
Produce and maintain simulation algorithms and codes developed specifically for aeroelastic simulations.
Document analyses and write justifications to support compatibility recommendations.

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