Advanced Concepts Engineer, Defense Tech (PhD)

Hanwha Defense USA, Inc.; United States; On-site; USD 105,000 - 185,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary annual bonus

Job summary

Hanwha Defense USA seeks an Advanced Concepts Engineer in Arlington, VA, to support engineering, research, and business development for defense programs. The role targets a recent Ph.D. with deep grounding in advanced flight systems and fluid dynamics, offering exposure to programs, proposals, and customer relationships within the U.S.

defense industry. The successful candidate will work with the Technical Director on a range of engineering and strategic initiatives, with a developmental path

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in aerospace engineering, mechanical engineering, or related field.
• Demonstrated research in aerospace or mechanical engineering.
• Strong academic record and initiative.

Responsibilities

• Serve as technical contributor for advanced concept systems.
• Support technology roadmap development and program opportunities.
• Represent HDUSA in partnerships and meetings.
• Assist with program schedules, ROM estimates, and doc tracking.
• Support systems engineering documentation and requirements traceability.

Skills

GNC

fluid dynamics

communication skills

self-directed

Microsoft Office

Education

Ph.D. in aerospace or mechanical engineering

Tools

MS Office

technical analysis tools

Job description

Hanwha Defense USA seeks an Advanced Concepts Engineer in Arlington, VA, to support engineering, research, and business development for defense programs. The role targets a recent Ph.D. with deep grounding in advanced flight systems and fluid dynamics, offering exposure to programs, proposals, and customer relationships within the U.S.

defense industry. The successful candidate will work with the Technical Director on a range of engineering and strategic initiatives, with a developmental path