Hypersonics Simulation Engineer

Fiber Materials•Biddeford, ME

17d

About The Position

FMI is seeking an innovative, experienced Hypersonics Engineer who will focus on the development and prototyping of high performance, lightweight thermal protection systems and hot structures. As the Hypersonics Engineer , you will be responsible for technical execution of design and analysis efforts with an emphasis on design for manufacturability with advanced high temperature carbon and ceramic composites. Activities will encompass the full design cycle and include the opportunity to have a foundational impact on advanced high temperature composite design system creation. We are looking for a candidate who has demonstrated experience designing manufacturable structures for the hypersonic flight environment and knowledge of the advanced material systems required. Someone who works independently as well as in a small team and understands how to succeed in a development environment. They must be a clear communicator, enjoy mentoring and be committed to leading by example. And most importantly, an individual who acts with absolute integrity.

Requirements

Degree in the field of Science or Engineering
Minimum of 6 years relevant experience
Demonstrated knowledge of one or more: structural design, thermal/structural analysis, hypersonic flight environment, advanced high temperature materials, structural testing, high speed environmental testing
CAE experience; 3D modeling (Catia V5, SolidWorks, NX, etc.) and Finite Element Analysis (HyperSizer, ABAQUS, NASTRAN, etc.)
Knowledge of GD&T best practices
Ability to work independently and prioritize tasking to align with department and company goals
Basic program planning and management skills
Strong verbal and written skills
Ability to obtain a security clearance

Nice To Haves

Advanced degree in mechanical, aerospace or materials engineering
10 years relevant experience
Familiarity with carbon and ceramic composite manufacturing processes and the influence of processing method on material performance
Familiarity with hypersonic test facilities and the resulting utility of the test data for design substantiation
Expert analytical skills; first principles/hand methods to finite element methods development
Strong supplier and customer communication and integration skills
Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a development environment
Active Security clearance

Responsibilities

Apply sound engineering principles and relevant experience to create innovative high speed flight structures from explicit and derived customer requirements
Employ knowledge of advanced high temperature composite and metallic material behavior and performance to ensure designs are manufacturable and production scalable
Execute thermal/structural analysis of designs and define/coordinate verification testing from coupon to prototype levels under representative loading and relevant environments
Lead the effort to provide guidance, feedback and evaluation during the development of new modeling and simulation tools
Capture, document and train best practices and guidelines for design with advanced high temperature composites to grow the discipline
Participate in the development and maturation of novel material systems through requirements derivation and performance simulations
Prepare technical reports to capture all knowledge generated and share with the greater team
Embody a culture of continuous improvement and promote safe work habits at all times