Aerothermal/Thermal Analyst
Location: Mojave, CA
Department: Engineering
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. We deliver flight data critical to validating system performance and achieving rapid technology deployment. Together with our customers, we drive innovations that are imperative to advancing national security.
To help achieve these efforts, Stratolaunch is seeking a Level II or Sr-level Aerothermal and/or Thermal Analyst to support design, analysis, integration, and testing of hypersonic, air-launched vehicles. An ideal candidate will have both aerothermal and thermal analysis experience.
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES
- Perform analytical and numerical analyses to evaluate the aerothermal and thermal performance and margins of Stratolaunch hypersonic vehicles
- Develop or utilize aerothermal and thermal models for a variety of hypersonic configurations
- Perform aerothermal and thermal analyses trade studies
- Analyze the potential material systems as candidates to upgrade the Stratolaunch Talon Thermal Protection System (TPS), including contributing to system trade studies, evaluating margin, weight, and predictions of the underlying vehicle structure
- Contribute to analysis tool development
- Support the preparation of business proposals to the US Government and industry
- Demonstrate honesty, responsibility, integrity, and fulfillment of commitments
QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS
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. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Required Qualifications:
- Knowledge of, and experience with, aerothermal analysis, thermal analyses, common TPS materials, and aircraft/aerospace vehicle design
- Experience with supersonic and/or hypersonic aircraft theory and analyses
- Experience with aircraft/aerospace development and/or test
- Ability to work on their own initiative and prioritize tasking to fit within the business goals
- Ability to quickly adapt to changing priorities
- Ability to obtain a security clearance
Preferred Qualifications:
- Familiarity with hot-structure metallic airframes and mixed thermal protection mechanisms
- Familiarity with heat exchanger dynamics for fuel-cooled ramjet or scramjet combustors
- Understanding of thermal control strategies for high-powered missile electronics and seekers
- Experience with hot-gas sealing and thermal isolation approaches for hypersonic vehicles
- Experience analyzing and anchoring analytic models with flight and ground test data
- Active TS/SCI security clearance
Required Computer Skills:
- MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
- Aerothermal analysis tools
- Thermal analysis tools
- Analysis tools – FEMAP or NX Simcenter
- Programming – Python (preferred), or Matlab
Preferred Computer Skills:
- Experience with CBAERO
- Experience with computational fluid dynamics (CFD) – Link3D or US3D (preferred)
- Experience with computer-aided design (CAD) software tools – NX (preferred), Solidworks, or CATIA
- Familiarity with configuration management systems – Jira (preferred)
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE
- Level II ($101,000-$146,500): Bachelor’s degree (B.S.) from accredited institution and 2-5 years of relevant 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 relevant experience, OR equivalent combination of education and experience
Special remarks regarding work environment, if applicable
- Position based in Mojave, CA. Consideration for hybrid (partial remote/on-site work) work location arrangement for well-qualified candidates and remote (outside of CA) work location arrangement for exceptional candidates.
- Travel, as needed, to support the department. Travel estimated to be <5%
Benefits and our location(s):
- 9/80 schedule
- Healthcare (medical, dental, vision, prescription drugs)
- Paid Maternity and Parental Leave
- 50% company match per contributed dollar into 401(k) savings plan, up to $11,500
- Tuition reimbursement
This position may involve the operation of company vehicles as part of assigned duties.
Mojave Air & Spaceport is located just outside of Lancaster/Palmdale and is only 95 miles north of Los Angeles. The area offers both affordability and central access to a variety of California's best attractions and landmarks.
Not much for the outdoors and prefer the city life? You’re within a half day’s drive or less of Los Angeles, San Diego, Las Vegas, and San Francisco where you can find a variety of live entertainment, museums, tours, and historical sight-seeing. Theme parks are in abundance, with Six Flags Magic Mountain, Disneyland, and Knotts Berry Farm ready to meet the needs of rollercoaster thrill seekers.
Food and drink fanatics are in a haven of delectable choices. Wine aficionados will also find easy access to some of the state’s best vino in Paso Robles, Santa Ynez, and even more locally in Tehachapi and Agua Dulce. Beer fanatics will find some of the best West Coast IPAs at Bravery and Lucky Luke’s in Lancaster. Any food option you crave is covered, and we always recommend the authentic and fresh Mexican food that you won’t find anywhere else in the United States.
Stratolaunch is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity at our company. We encourage people from all walks of life to apply, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other characteristic protected by law. Our management team does not tolerate discrimination or harassment at any point during our employees’ and applicants’ time with us, especially with respect to recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, training, compensation, benefits, employee activities, and general treatment during employment. For purposes of transparency, U.S. Citizenship may be required for some positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.
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https://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/eeopost.pdf
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