Flight Test Research Engineer

Hx; Brook Park (OH); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation Assistance

Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance

401(k) plan with Company Match

Paid Holidays

Paid Time Off

Life Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Medical and Dependent Care Flexible Sp

Pet Insurance

Job summary

HX5, LLC at the NASA Glenn Research Center in Brook Park, Ohio, seeks a Flight Test Research Engineer with experience in propulsion concepts analysis and test planning. This role supports NASA Systems Analysis, informing flight-test decisions and capability development for advanced aerodynamics.

You will conduct what-if studies, define tests with researchers, and advocate for new capabilities, collaborating across multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality results.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with substantial relevant experience.
• Advanced degrees require substantial years of experience as listed.
• Experience in propulsion analysis and flight test integration is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Analyze aircraft propulsion concepts for subsonic, supersonic and hypersonic platforms.
• Support NASA Systems Analysis on advanced aerodynamics and testing.
• Define tests for flight capabilities and integrate propulsion with airframe.
• Perform trade studies and advocate for new test capabilities.

Skills

Propulsion concepts analysis

Propulsion systems analysis

Propulsion-airframe integration

Flight test hardware

Cryogenic thermal management

Technical writing/presentations

Cross-functional collaboration

OpenMDAO

NPSS

Flight-test measurements

Education

Bachelor of Science degree

Master of Science degree

PhD

Tools

NPSS

OpenMDAO

Job description

Flight Test Research Engineer

Aerospace Engineer V

NASA Glenn Research Center

Brook Park, Ohio

HX5 is an award-winning provider of engineering, research and development, and technical services to clients such as NASA and the Department of Defense. Founded in 2004, HX5 is a fast-growing veteran- and woman-owned company with locations nationwide.

HX5, LLC at the NASA Glenn Research Center in Cleveland, Ohio is seeking a Flight Test Research Engineer with experience in the analysis of aircraft propulsion concepts.

The selected candidate will provide support to the NASA Systems Analysis team focusing on advanced aerodynamic concepts and testing. Work with NASA aircraft and operations engineers and other project researcher subject matter experts to inform decision-making about flight testing and flight test capabilities. Conduct “what-if” technical trade studies of propulsion concepts, with consideration of how to integrate the propulsion system and the airframe. Connect with researchers to define tests that NASA’s Flight Capabilities efforts can or should support. Advocate for new test capabilities relative to flight testing.

Required Skills:

• Experience in analyzing and assessing aircraft advanced propulsion concepts.


• Experience in propulsion systems analysis for subsonic, supersonic, and hypersonic fixed wing vehicles.


• Experience in the analysis of propulsion systems and propulsors for rotary wing vehicles.


• Experience in propulsion airframe integration for fixed wing and rotary wing vehicles.


• Experience with flight test hardware, concepts, and procedures.


• A diverse background in thermal management on cryogenics fluids related to propulsion systems.


• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with a record of high-quality publications and presentations.


• Proven ability to integrate effectively into multi-disciplinary research teams and collaborate with diverse stakeholders.


• High motivation, creativity, and problem-solving ability.

Other Desired Skills:

• Proficiency in using NPSS and OpenMDAO.


• Familiarity with aircraft propulsion system experimental measurements and analysis.


• Familiarity with aircraft alternative fuels including cryogenics.

Education:

Completed at least a Bachelor of Science degree, from an accredited program, with the following education and experience:

• Bachelor of Science degree and twenty (20) or more years of relevant experience


• Master of Science degree and fifteen (15) years of relevant experience


• Ph D. and ten (10) years of relevant experience

Other Position Requirements:

• Proof of U.S. Citizenship or US Permanent Residency is a requirement for this position.


• Must be able to complete a U.S. government background investigation.

HX5 offers a competitive salary and benefits package to include:

• Relocation Assistance


• Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance


• 401(k) plan with Company Match


• Paid Holidays


• Paid Time Off


• Life Insurance


• Tuition Reimbursement


• Medical and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts


• Pet Insurance

HX5, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer that recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, sex, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, or veteran status.

HX5, LLC is a Drug Free Workplace Employer.

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