Hypersonic Aerothermal Test Engineer/Analyst

Torch Technologies, Inc.•Arnold AFB, TN

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Torch Technologies is seeking a Hypersonic Aerothermal Test Engineer/Analyst to support the 715th Test Squadron at the Arnold Engineering Development Complex. The role supports hypersonic weapon and flight-system testing in world-class aerodynamic and propulsion facilities. It is based onsite at Arnold AFB, Tennessee, at the customer site. The engineer/analyst leads the inquiry, planning, and execution of hypersonic ground tests in arcjet facilities; advises government and customer teams on test conditions and test-cell/test-article interactions; and develops test requirements, objectives, performance measures, and success criteria. The role also leads technical, safety, and readiness review boards; analyzes test data; prepares quick-look and detailed technical reports; and uses commercial and in-house simulation codes and analysis tools. The position provides senior expertise in areas such as aerothermal testing and analysis, thermal protection system ablation, fluid-thermal-structural interaction modeling and simulation, computational heat transfer, optical diagnostics, and statistical methods. The engineer/analyst works across multiple projects and deadlines and collaborates with senior staff, peers, government representatives, customers, and other stakeholders. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Travel is approximately 10%. The position is not contingent upon a contract award.

Requirements

U.S. citizenship.
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university.
Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret Department of War security clearance; an active clearance must be maintained throughout employment.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in Physics, Mechanical Engineering, or Aerospace Engineering.
At least five years of direct experience in hypersonic flight or ground testing.
Advanced degree and background or coursework in aerothermal testing, TPS ablation, FTSI modeling, computational heat transfer, or optical diagnostics.
Proficiency with Scientific Python and Matlab.
Experience with statistical analysis techniques and data-driven decision-making.
Ability to communicate technical information effectively to technical and non-technical audiences.
Experience fostering cooperation and teamwork with internal and external stakeholders.
Strong adherence to safety and security protocols in a test environment.

Responsibilities

Lead the inquiry, planning, and execution process for hypersonic ground tests in arcjet test facilities, ensuring alignment with government and customer requirements.
Advise and assist government and customer teams in assessing test conditions and addressing test-cell/test-article interactions.
Develop requirements, test objectives, measures of performance, and success criteria for evaluating hypersonic weapon systems.
Lead technical, safety, and readiness review boards.
Analyze test data to meet analysis objectives.
Prepare quick-look and detailed technical reports documenting test planning, data processing, analysis, conclusions, and recommendations.
Use commercial and in-house simulation codes and analysis tools to support testing activities.
Provide senior aerothermal test engineering and/or analysis expertise in relevant technical areas.
Balance multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Collaborate with senior staff and peers and communicate clearly in oral and written formats.