Aerospace Test Engineer

Technology Service Corporation; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 100,000 - 142,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

401(k) plan

Tuition reimbursement

Flexible work schedules

Job summary

Technology Service Corporation is seeking an Aerospace Test Engineer to support critical work at the Naval Research Laboratory. In this role, you will prepare and execute aerodynamic test campaigns, collaborate with design teams, and analyze experimental data.

Ideal candidates will possess a minimum of two years of experience in aerospace engineering, with competencies in data acquisition and analysis tools such as LabVIEW and MATLAB, alongside working knowledge of CFD tools. A stable work environment and comprehensive benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of experience in a relevant aerospace engineering discipline.
• U.S. citizenship and active Secret clearance.
• Proficiency with data acquisition tools like LabVIEW and MATLAB.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and analyze experimental aerodynamic test campaigns.
• Collaborate with design teams on test procedures.
• Document aerodynamic coefficients for CFD validation.

Skills

Aerospace engineering

Data acquisition and analysis

Communication skills

Collaboration

Problem-solving

Tools

LabVIEW

MATLAB

Star-CCM

CBAero

Cart3D

TAOS

Siemens NX Design

SolidWorks

Job description

Position Overview

Technology Service Corporation (TSC) is seeking an Aerospace Test Engineer to support work at the Naval Research Laboratory. This position offers the opportunity to directly impact high‑priority Navy missions.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, execute, and analyze experimental aerodynamic test campaigns to validate the performance of advanced aerospace vehicles and missile systems.
• Collaborate with design teams to translate aerodynamic objectives into concrete test procedures and safely operate wind tunnel facility hardware.
• Assemble and instrument complex sub‑scale models with strain‑gage balances, pressure scanners, and flow‑visualization sensors.
• Develop automated data acquisition routines.
• Monitor real‑time data quality during active wind tunnel runs.
• Reduce and analyze large experimental datasets.
• Document aerodynamic coefficients to validate computational fluid dynamics (CFD) models.

Qualifications

• U.S. citizenship and an active Secret clearance (TS/SCI preferred).
• At least 2 years of experience in a relevant aerospace engineering discipline involving aerodynamic or aerothermal analysis.
• At least 2 years of direct experience in an aerodynamic laboratory or testing facility.
• Proficiency with data acquisition and analysis tools such as LabVIEW and MATLAB.
• Working knowledge of CFD tools such as Star‑CCM, CBAero, Cart3D, and TAOS.
• Proficiency with CAD software such as Siemens NX Design or SolidWorks.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and problem‑solving skills.

Salary

In compliance with applicable pay transparency laws, the expected salary range for this position is $100,000–$142,000 per year, depending on experience and location. The role is also eligible for an annual performance bonus and may include equity or incentive compensation as part of the total rewards package.

Benefits

• Stable work environment.
• Competitive salary.
• Comprehensive benefits package including ESOP participation, 401(k) plan, flexible work schedules, tuition reimbursement, co‑sponsored health plan, and paid leave.

EEO Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.