AMSC Test Analyst

Canvas Inc.; Tennessee; On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

TMAS (Aventis) at Arnold AFB, TN seeks a Test Analyst to support Air Force AEDC activities, performing engineering analysis and data collection for EO/IR signatures and missile modeling.

You will configure imagers and radiometers, calibrate instruments, travel to test locations for deployments, and develop data products and reports to support modeling and analysis efforts.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in physics or engineering from an accredited school and up to 3 years of experience.
• Proficiency with Python and/or MATLAB.
• An active DoD security clearance is highly desirable; however, candidates without a clearance will also be considered.
• Travel to remote test locations for potentially long durations (1-3 week deployments, 3-5 times per year).

Responsibilities

• Perform engineering analysis and modeling in telemetry and signature domains (EO/IR missile plume, hardbody signatures, propulsion, trajectory, attitude).
• Support field measurements team by configuring EO/IR imagers, spectrometers and radiometers, and performing calibration of instrumentation.
• Process data extraction and analysis to support deliverables and customer requests; develop inputs for models and simulations.
• Create data products and reports on EO/IR data signatures for deployments or analysis projects.
• Collaborate with senior staff and peers, communicating technical information clearly.

Skills

Python

MATLAB

Education

Bachelor’s degree in physics or engineering

Job description

Job Title: AMSC Test Analyst

Location: Arnold AFB - Tullahoma, TN On-Site

TMAS (Aventis) is seeking a qualified individual to support the Air Force at the Arnold Engineering Development Complex (AEDC) at Arnold AFB, TN. The candidate will execute a wide range of technical tasks including development and use of data collection and analysis tools, as well as execution of data collection, analysis, and reporting.

Responsibilities/Duties:

• Performing engineering analysis and modeling functions in a variety of technical areas including:

  • Measured EO/IR missile plume and hardbody signature data and models.
  • Missile propulsion, trajectory, and attitude data and models.
  • Missile nozzle and plume flowfield models.

• Support the AMSC Field Measurements Team in all aspects of radiometric sensor field applications.

  • Configure a variety of EO/IR imagers, spectrometers and radiometers to meet customer requirements.
  • Perform detailed laboratory calibration of signature measurement instrumentation.
  • Travel to remote test locations for potentially long durations (1-3 week deployments, 3-5 times per year). Responsible for application of one or more instruments to collect signature data on target(s) of interest.
  • Radiometric data analysis including image processing, atmospheric propagation, target trajectory.

• Perform data extraction, metadata consolidation, and data processing/analysis tasks as assigned to support customer and user deliverables and requests.

• Use and support development of government or commercial toolsets and applications to process and analyze data.

• Prepare inputs, based on underlying physics, to model and simulation programs for missiles or other systems, and exercise the models to predict signatures.

• Perform comparative analyses of simulation results.

• Prepare documentation as appropriate to record data processing, analysis, and software usage and/or adaptation.

• Create data products and reports on EO/IR data signatures for FMT deployments or analysis and modeling efforts.

• Work in a fast-paced environment, prioritizing work to balance multiple projects and deadlines.

• Collaborate effectively with senior staff and peers, communicating clearly and concisely in both oral and written formats.

• Other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in physics or engineering from an accredited school and up to 3 years of experience.
• Proficiency with Python and/or MATLAB.

Desired Qualifications:

• An active DoD security clearance is highly desirable; however, candidates without a clearance will also be considered.
• Experience with infrared and/or high-speed cameras (e.g. FLIR, Phantom) is a plus.
• Advanced degree or additional graduate-level coursework in physics or engineering is a plus.
• Chemistry, fluid dynamics, atmospheric physics background or coursework is a plus.
• Must be able to learn and effectively use a variety of government and in-house simulation codes and analysis tools.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate technical information to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Experience fostering cooperation and teamwork with both internal and external stakeholders.
• Engineering intern experience and/or experience in test or aerospace/industrial setting is desired.
• Applicant must be willing and able to work extended hours and shift work while supporting test execution, as test schedules dictate.
• Strong adherence to safety and security protocols in a test environment.

Security Clearance:

The ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret clearance. Having any active security clearance is a plus.