Hypersonic Aerothermal Test Engineer

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 :
• Hypersonic air-breathing propulsion
• Hypersonic aerodynamics
• Air vehicle stability and control
• Vehicle performance
• Propulsion system / vehicle integration
• 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 :

Desired Qualifications

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

About Us

Founded in 2007, Canvas connects a passion for going beyond the expected with the knowledge and expertise to deliver what our clients need now and in the future. Canvas has been recognized as a Great Place to Work Certified ™, Fortune Best Small Workplace ™, Fortune Best Workplace for Millennials ™ (2022), Best Place for Working Parents (2022 & 2023), HIRE Vets Gold Medallion Awardee (2021 & 2022), Best Places to Work Awardee, 2019 Government Contracting - Technology Business of the Year, and Woman-Owned Small Business of the Year (2018) by the Huntsville / Madison Chamber of Commerce.

Benefits of Working with Canvas

To reflect our company culture, Canvas offers an exciting array of benefits that makes up our employees' total rewards package. Those benefits may include :

Canvas is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Canvas is an equal opportunity employer and a VEVRAA federal contractor who affords equal employment opportunity to protected veterans and people with disabilities.

Canvas has equal employment opportunities that are based upon a candidate's qualifications and capabilities to perform the essential functions of a particular job and are free from discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. For our complete EEO / AA and Pay Transparency statement, please visit our Careers page. U.S. citizenship is required for most positions.

Canvas is committed to expanding access to employment for people with disabilities and disabled veterans. If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, and your disability prevents you from applying, please advise what reasonable accommodation Canvas can provide to assist you in applying for one of our open positions. You may contact us by sending an email to .

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For further information on Canvas including more information on employee benefits and our company culture, visit our website.

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