Chamber Test Analyst

Torch Technologies; United States; On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP participation

401(k) match

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Flexible spending accounts

Health Savings Accounts

Health Reimbursement Accounts

EAP

Job summary

Torch Technologies seeks a skilled Chamber Test Analyst to support the 718th Test Squadron at AEDC. The role involves planning, executing, and analyzing tests for hypersonic propulsion systems, with data-driven evaluation of scramjet and ramjet performance.

You will collaborate with facility engineers, government customers, and prime contractors to ensure safe and effective test objectives, producing reports and briefings for stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related technical field.
• 3+ years in aeropropulsion, wind tunnel testing, or hypersonic aerodynamics.
• Strong data analysis and engineering software skills (e.g., MATLAB, Python).
• Ability to communicate complex technical data clearly.

Responsibilities

• Support AEDC 718th Test Squadron in planning, executing, and analyzing tests.
• Analyze aerodynamic, thermodynamic, and propulsion data from ground test facilities.
• Develop test plans, matrices, and safety packages with engineers and stakeholders.
• Use data acquisition systems and post-test tools to evaluate high-speed propulsion performance.
• Prepare technical reports and briefings to communicate results and anomalies.

Skills

Aerospace engineering

Data analysis

MATLAB

Python

Clear communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering

Tools

MATLAB

Python

Job description

Torch Technologies

Thank you for your interest in employment with Torch Technologies. We are a 100% employee-owned, Certified Great Place To Work and named Best Places to Work in Huntsville/Madison County, headquartered in Huntsville, AL. Our team provides superior research, development, and engineering services to the Federal Government and Department of War. As one of the nation's top 100 defense companies, the services we provide directly support the men and women who serve our country. Our corporate mission sums up the pride our employee-owners take in the work we do: "Lighting the Pathway of Freedom". And, as a Certified Evergreen ESOP, we have made the commitment to grow and sustain our company for the next 100 years! Come grow with us!

Torch Technologies is seeking a highly skilled Chamber Test Analyst to support the 718th Test Squadron (718 TS) at the Arnold Engineering Development Complex (AEDC). The 718 TS operates world-class aerodynamic and propulsion test facilities, and this role is critical to advancing the nation's hypersonic weapon and flight systems. This position is located onsite at Arnold AFB, TN.

As a Test Analyst, your duties will include the following, but are not limited to:

• Supporting the 718th Test Squadron at the Arnold Engineering Development Complex (AEDC) in the planning, execution, and analysis of testing.
• Analyzing aerodynamic, thermodynamic, and propulsion data from ground test facilities.
• Developing comprehensive test plans, test matrices, and safety packages in coordination with facility engineers and program stakeholders.
• Utilizing data acquisition systems and post-test data reduction tools to evaluate scramjet, ramjet, and other high-speed propulsion system performance.
• Collaborating with test facility personnel, government customers, and prime contractors to ensure test objectives are safely and effectively met.
• Generating technical reports, data packages, briefings, and presentations to communicate test results and anomalies to stakeholders.

Required Qualifications:

• U.S. Citizenship
• Education - Bachelor's degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a highly related technical field. Additional experience may be substituted for education with customer approval.
• 3+ years of relevant experience in aeropropulsion, wind tunnel testing, or hypersonic aerodynamics.
• Proficiency in data analysis and engineering software (e.g., MATLAB, Python, or similar).
• Familiarity with high-speed/hypersonic propulsion systems and compressible flow dynamics.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex technical data clearly.
• Must be able to obtain/maintain a Top Secret DoW security clearance. Active clearance must be maintained throughout employment tenure.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a highly related technical field is preferred.
• Prior experience with AEDC test facilities or the 718th Test Squadron is highly desirable.

Schedule:

M-F; 8-5

Work Location:

customer site

Travel:

yes, 10%

Relocation Assistance Available:

NA

Position Contingent Upon Award of Contract:

No

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Benefits:

• ESOP participation
• 401(k) match
• medical
• dental
• vision
• life insurance
• short-term disability
• long-term disability
• flexible spending accounts
• Health Saving Accounts
• Health Reimbursement Accounts
• EAP
• education assistance
• paid time off
• holidays

Applying to Torch Technologies:

Only those candidates invited for an interview will be contacted. Employment at Torch Technologies is contingent upon the successful completion of a comprehensive background check.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, citizenship, ancestry, marital status, protected veteran status, disability status or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law. Torch Technologies, Inc. participates in E-Verify.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access Careers Link as a result of your disability. You can request reasonable accommodations by sending an email to [e-mail]. Thank you for your interest in Torch Technologies.