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Hypersonic Aerothermal Test Engineer

Canvas
Arnold, MD Full Time
POSTED ON 5/1/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 7/11/2026
Job Title: Hypersonic Aerothermal Test Engineer

Location: Arnold, AFB- Tullahoma, TN (On-Site)

Canvas provides engineering services and technical solutions for customers in federal and commercial markets. We are recognized by our customers and industry partners for our ethical standards, world-class technical expertise, and dedication to accomplish the mission in a responsive, efficient, and affordable manner.

Duties

  • Working with minimal supervision, performing primarily aerothermal test engineering functions, but support may be in a variety of technical areas including:
    • Aerothermal testing and analysis
    • Thermal Protection System ablation
    • Fluid-thermal-structural interaction (FTSI)
    • Computational heat transfer
    • Optical diagnostic techniques
    • Statistical methods and statistically defensible analysis techniques
  • Working with minimal supervision, performing primarily aerothermal test engineering functions, but support may be in a variety of technical areas including:
    • Assisting in coordination and generation of requirements and analysis objectives, measures of performance, and success criteria which support the evaluation of hypersonic weapon systems.
    • Advising/assisting the government and customer during the test planning process, including assessing test conditions and addressing test cell/test article interactions.
    • Leading Technical, Safety, and Readiness Review Boards.
    • Directing the execution of hypersonic ground tests.
    • Performing in-depth analysis of the resulting test data in order to meet analysis objectives.
    • Preparing quick-look reports and detailed technical reports as appropriate to record test planning, data processing and analysis, and conclusions/recommendations.
  • Reviewing state-of-the-art test and analysis techniques in literature and applying them to specific project requirements and supporting analysis-technique development efforts to advance the state-of-the-art analysis capabilities at AEDC
  • Learning and effectively using a variety of government and in-house simulation codes and analysis tools.
  • Working in fast-paced environment while being able to prioritize work to balance multiple projects and deadlines.
Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree

Desired Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Physics, Mechanical Engineering, or Aerospace Engineering. (Seeking undergrads or junior engineers looking to acquire graduate level degrees.)
  • An advanced degree and background or coursework related to the technical areas described above is a plus.
  • Proficiency with Scientific Python (primary code) and Matlab (secondary).
  • The ability to effectively communicate orally and in writing with senior staff and peers.
  • Communications must be clear, concise, and at the appropriate level.
  • Must be timely, efficient, and produce work of acceptable quality.
  • Completed work must meet project/program objectives.
  • Must exhibit and foster cooperation and teamwork, enhance customer relations, and actively promote rapport with customers.
  • Must utilize resources effectively to accomplish mission.
  • Focused adherence to safety and security requirements in an office-based environment is required.
  • Must be able to obtain or have an active and transferrable DoD security clearance with current investigation at the required level. Must be able to maintain the required clearance.

Security Clearance: The ability to obtain and maintain a Secret clearance

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