Associate Wind Tunnel Model Design Engineer

Analytical-Mechanics-Associates,-Inc.-; Hampton (VA); On-site; USD 71,000 - 102,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Tuition reimbursement

Health insurance options

Paid holidays

Job summary

Analytical Mechanics Associates, Inc. (AMA) seeks a Wind Tunnel Model Design Engineer to join the wind tunnel design group at NASA Langley Research Center in Hampton, Virginia. The role supports AMA’s RSES contract and involves learning wind tunnel model design and mechanical mechanism concepts.

The ideal candidate has a BS in Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering and is early in their career, with a willingness to learn wind tunnel modeling. CREO experience is a plus; U.S.

Qualifications

• BS in Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering required or imminent.
• Early career welcomed and mentored for wind tunnel model design.
• Experience with CREO and/or FEA is a plus but not required.

Responsibilities

• Join the wind tunnel model design group at NASA Langley Research Center in Hampton, VA.
• Support the RSES contract and AMA’s wind tunnel design projects.
• Collaborate with engineers to develop robust wind tunnel models and components.

Skills

Wind tunnel design

Mechanical design

Stress analysis

CREO/ProE

FEA modeling

Learn wind tunnel modeling

Education

BS in Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering

Tools

CREO/ProE

FEA software

Job description

Job Description:Analytical Mechanics Associates, Inc., (AMA) seeking to hire a Wind Tunnel Model Design Engineer to join the wind tunnel model design group at NASA Langley Research Center (LaRC) in Hampton, Virginia. The individual selected for this position will join AMA's team supporting the Research, Science and Engineering (RSES) contract. The wind tunnel design group utilizes PTC CREO 3D modeling software, so experience with CREO is a plus, but not a requirement. The ideal candidate will have a desire to learn the specialty of wind tunnel model design, mechanical mechanism design, wind tunnel model stress analysis.This is a Full-Time on-site position in Hampton, VA with local remote telework potential as designated by the customer needs. The salary will range from $71,420 to $102,081, commensurate with education and experience.Education and Qualifications:• B.S. In Aerospace Engineering or Mechanical Engineering.• Ideal for early career individuals interested in working in the NASA environment and learning wind tunnel model design.Desired (not required) Qualifications:• Experience with ProE/Creo software or similar 3D modeling software.• Experience with simple FEA modeling (CREO or other Finite Element Analysis software).U.S. Citizen or Permanent Residents only.Analytical Mechanics Associates (AMA) is proud of our customer relationships, our diverse and dynamic work environment, and our employees' career satisfaction. AMA is a small business with a wide reach; headquartered in Hampton, VA, AMA has operations in Greenbelt, MD; Huntsville, AL; Dallas and Houston, TX; Denver, CO; Mountain View, CA; and Edwards Air Force Base, CA. With over 60 years of experience, AMA specializes in aerospace engineering, science, analytics, information technology, and visualization solutions. AMA combines the best of engineering, science, and mathematics capabilities with the latest in information technologies, visualization, and multimedia to build creative solutions. We offer competitive salaries and a substantial benefits package, including but not limited to paid personal and federally recognized holiday leave, salary deferrals into a 401(k)-matching plan with immediate vesting, tuition reimbursement, short/long term disability plans, and a variety of medical, dental, and vision insurance options.AMA is committed to the professional growth of every employee, understanding that the successes of our employees drive our success. We provide a work environment that is engaging, collaborative, and supportive. .AMA is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any applicant for employment or employee because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic prohibited under federal, state, or local laws.