Aerothermal Engineer

Reference: 85347-367197GENERAL JOB SUMMARY:This position works as part of a team supporting several aerothermal/hypersonic material evaluation programs within the Department of Defense and NASA. Candidates with interest and expertise in the development of aerothermal screening facilities (arc jets, ICPs, microwave torches), convective heat transfer, or aerothermodynamics should apply. The candidate must be proficient in MATLAB and Labview and exhibit strong initiative and independence with demonstrated competency executing projects. An active DoD SECRET security clearance is a plus.ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:Design, commission, and maintain an aerothermal testing facility intended for rapid screening of refractory materials and thermal protection systemsDevelop instrumentation and control strategies for aerothermal facilitiesPlan and coordinate material testing in both internal and external high-enthalpy convective facilitiesCoordinate all results with team membersLead technical report composition in area of expertiseSupport off-site test executionMaintain knowledge and awareness of engineering discipline through familiarity with current engineering literature and state of technology in the fieldSupport technical proposal compositionOther Job FunctionsCollaborate with team engineers on complex projectsManage personal schedule and prioritize work effectivelyIndependently identifies problems and applies sound engineering judgement to arrive at solutionsCompile and analyze research results, arriving at interpretationsCommunicates results with concise, clear reportingIndependently evaluates, selects, interprets, and applies standard engineering techniques, processes, and criteria, and uses judgment in making adaptations and modifications to research projects.Must demonstrate an ability to learn quickly in a complex, high technology environmentPerform other duties and assist other employees, as assignedSUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY:This position has no supervisory responsibilities.BenefitsMedical, Dental & Vision Insurance CoverageLife/ADD & Short/Long Term Disability Insurance401(k) Savings PlanEmployee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)Paid Time-Off (PTO)HolidaysEducation Reimbursement