Rotorcraft Flight Dynamics Modeling and Simulation Engineer

Job Description AMA provides technical support to the U.S. Army’s Technology Development Directorate (TDD) at Redstone Arsenal in Huntsville, Alabama. This work supports the development, application, and advancement of high‑fidelity modeling and simulation tools used in Army rotorcraft acquisition programs, both Future Vertical Lift (FVL) and enduring fleet upgrades. Overview The Flight‑Dynamics Modeling and Simulation Engineer will support Army rotorcraft engineering efforts through the development, improvement, and application of flight‑dynamics models for both enduring fleet and future vertical lift, including models needed for real‑time piloted simulations on NASA’s Vertical Motion Simulator (VMS) and for advanced uncrewed rotorcraft configurations. The position is located at Redstone Arsenal, Huntsville, Alabama. Responsibilities Develop flight‑dynamics models of modern vertical take‑off and landing (VTOL) aircraft configurations, both crewed and uncrewed. Provide flight‑dynamics modeling support to the Future Long Range Assault Aircraft (FLRAA) program office. Participate in FLRAA design reviews and keep abreast of flight‑dynamics modeling needs for the FLRAA aircraft. Support the development, updating, and validation of both generic and specific physics‑based models of the FLRAA tilt‑rotor. Develop proficiency with the HeliUM comprehensive modeling tool to enable the implementation of updates and enhancements needed to generate high‑order linear models of advanced crewed and uncrewed vertical lift configurations. Develop proficiency with frequency‑domain system identification techniques using CIFER needed to develop accurate linear models of modern and enduring configurations. Support an effort to develop a component‑type model of the UH‑60M based on an existing model of the UH‑60A. Support the assessment and selection of the software development environment needed, plan and implement source code modifications, and conduct subsequent validation testing using flight data. Attend technical group meetings, branch meetings, design reviews, etc., and report project updates and activities. Communicate research results through technical presentations and written reports. Required Qualifications MS or PhD (preferred) in Aeronautics or Aerospace Engineering with experience in rotorcraft flight‑dynamics modeling as part of research projects and activities (not coursework alone) is required. A candidate with a BS degree having had direct research experience with the cited areas below will be considered. Direct research experience with flight‑dynamics models such as HeliUM, GenHel, FORECAST, or equivalent is highly desirable. Direct research experience with frequency‑domain system identification for linear model development using tools such as CIFER is highly desirable. Education or relevant experience in rotorcraft real‑time simulation; system modeling using Simulink. Software skills desirable: FORTRAN, C, MATLAB, Simulink. This position requires U.S. Citizenship. Benefits Pay for this position is approximately $100,000 - $135,000 per year, commensurate with experience, and includes a competitive benefits package. Equal Opportunity Employer AMA is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any applicant for employment or employee because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic prohibited under federal, state, or local laws. #J-18808-Ljbffr Analytical Mechanics Associates, Inc.