Stratolaunch
Flight Sciences Engineer
Mojave, CA
No sponsorship$101k-$147kDetected 12 days ago
PythonMATLABGitCybersecurityJiraExcelCFDMicrosoft Office
About the role
- Stratolaunch is a technology accelerator that engineers operationally realistic testing at Mach 5+.
- Our air-launched, Talon testbeds are reusable, cost-effective platforms that enable routine access to the hypersonic environment.
- Travel estimated to be Base salary and leveling are established on a case-by-case basis.
Responsibilities
- Perform vehicle trajectory analysis and optimization on current and future vehicles
- Perform analytical and numerical analyses to evaluate the aerodynamics, performance, and stability & control of hypersonic vehicles
- Develop aerodynamic models for a variety of hypersonic vehicle configurations
- Support the preparation of business proposals to the US Government and industry
- Travel, as needed, to support the department.
Requirements
- Knowledge of, and experience with aerodynamics, performance, stability & control, and atmospheric aerospace vehicle design
- Experience with subsonic, transonic, or supersonic theory and analyses
- Ability to quickly adapt to changing priorities
- Experience with aircraft design and aerodynamic/performance analyses across the speed range from subsonic to hypersonic, is highly desired.
- To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential responsibility satisfactorily.
- The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
- Analyze wind tunnel and flight test data, as required
- Develop advanced design tools, as required
- Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Nice to have
- Experience with hypersonic aerodynamic theory and analysis
- Experience with hypersonic vehicle development and/or test
- Experience with supersonic vehicle development and/or test
- Experience with trajectory shaping and optimization
- Proficient in lofting compound surfaces for aerospace vehicles
- Experience with computational fluid dynamics (CFD)
- Active security clearance
- Required Computer
Skills
- Scripting languages (Python, MATLAB, or similar)
- MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)
- Experience with CFD analysis tools - preferred: US3D, Fun3D, Pointwise, Link3D, StarCCM, Kestrel
- Experience with computer-aided design (CAD) software tools
- Experience with trajectory optimization analysis tools
- Familiarity with configuration management systems - Jira (preferred)
- Familiarity with revision control of software - Git (preferred)
- Preferred Computer
- Special remarks regarding work environment, if applicable
- Benefits and our location(s):
- 9/80 schedule
- Healthcare ( medical, dental, vision, prescription drugs )
Compensation
- Level II ($101,079-$146,500): Bachelor's degree (B.S.) from accredited institution and 2-5 years of engineering experience, OR equivalent combination of education and experience
- Sr-Level ($120,500-$158,000): Bachelor's degree (B.S.) from accredited institution and 5-10 years of engineering experience, OR equivalent combination of education and experience
- Travel estimated to be Base salary and leveling are established on a case-by-case basis.
Benefits
- Paid Maternity and Parental Leave
- Tuition reimbursement
- We consider several factors to ensure a competitive offer, including your location, educational background, and a comprehensive assessment of the skills and experience demonstrated during your interviews.
Visa & Work Authorization
- Willing and able to obtain and maintain a security clearance
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