Hypersonic Aeropropulsion Test Analyst

Freedom Real Estate; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

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

Job summary

Torch Technologies is seeking a Hypersonic Aeropropulsion Test Analyst to support AEDC's 715th Test Squadron at Arnold AFB, TN. The role involves planning, executing, and analyzing ground tests of high-speed propulsion systems, with data-driven decision-making and strong cross-functional collaboration.

Qualified candidates will have a STEM degree, 3+ years in aeropropulsion or related fields, and proficiency in MATLAB/Python. U.S.

Qualifications

• U.S. Citizenship required.
• Bachelor's degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
• 3+ years of aeropropulsion, wind tunnel testing, or hypersonic aerodynamics experience.
• Proficiency in data analysis and engineering software (e.g., MATLAB, Python).
• Familiarity with high-speed propulsion systems and compressible flow dynamics.
• Ability to obtain/maintain Secret DoD security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Plan, execute, and analyze hypersonic aeropropulsion ground tests for AEDC's 715 TS.
• Analyze data from wind tunnels and propulsion facilities (e.g., APTU).
• Develop test plans, matrices, and safety packages with engineers and stakeholders.
• Use data acquisition and post-test tools to evaluate scramjet, ramjet, and other high-speed propulsion systems.
• Communicate test results and anomalies through reports, briefings, and presentations.
• Collaborate with facility personnel, government customers, and primes to meet objectives.

Skills

Data analysis

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace/Mechanical Eng or related field

Master’s degree (preferred)

Tools

MATLAB

Python

Job description

About 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 Hypersonic Aeropropulsion Test Analyst to support the 715th Test Squadron (715 TS) at the Arnold Engineering Development Complex (AEDC). The 715 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.

Responsibilities

• Supporting the 715th Test Squadron at the Arnold Engineering Development Complex (AEDC) in the planning, execution, and analysis of hypersonic aeropropulsion ground testing.
• Analyzing aerodynamic, thermodynamic, and propulsion data from ground test facilities (such as the Aerodynamic and Propulsion Test Unit - APTU).
• 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.
• 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 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 715th Test Squadron is highly desirable.

Schedule and Work Location

Schedule: M-F; 8-5
Work Location: customer site
Travel: yes, 10%
Relocation Assistance Available: NA
Position Contingent Upon Award of Contract: No

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

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].

Company Culture

From the CEO's desk... When Bill Roark and Don Holder founded Torch in 2002, they knew that employees were the company's greatest asset. They believed that offering employees a stake in the outcome, by making them all owners, was critical to building a successful organization. I share that feeling. Bill and Don's original intent was fully achieved in 2011 when Torch converted to a 100 percent S-Corp ESOP. Since that time, the company has grown over ten-fold and gained national recognition for the success we have demonstrated as an employee-owned company. Today, Torch continues to respect the individual contributions of our employee-owners and to share the rewards of our success. In addition, we continue to foster an environment of employee recognition, respect, development, and comradery while striving to achieve a healthy work-life balance. We recognize that core to our company is a culture of trust with our employees, customers, business partners, and community. Our management team is committed to continue to earn that trust. This past year, Torch proudly announced that we were Certified Evergreen. A timely achievement for Torch employee-owners as they will celebrate Torch’s 20th anniversary this October, becoming Certified Evergreen signifies that Torch employee-owners can look back on Torch’s past with pride, Torch is also looking forward. Becoming Certified Evergreen means that Torch has committed to finding ways to make 100 percent employee ownership sustainable so that Torch will remain a private company forever. Going forward, Torch will continue to evolve to address market and technology changes in order to become a major provider of cost-effective technical services and solutions to the Warfighter. We are making significant investments into facilities, equipment, business systems, and research to enable us to provide innovations and timely business services to our clients. We feel that always looking to improve our service is key to sustaining customer trust in the future. Likewise, we believe that continuing to share ownership is one of the ways we maintain employee trust and an unparalleled commitment to succeed. Combined, these timeless principles form the basis of the Torch culture. A culture that we are committed to continue and strive to pass on to the next generation of employee-owners as an Evergreen Company.