Hypersonic Test & Analysis Engineer (PL)

Canvas, Inc.; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Canvas, Inc. is seeking an Test Analysis Engineer to provide T&E data analysis support for AEDC programs at Arnold AFB, TN. You will analyze hypersonic and propulsion test data, support test planning, and produce technical reports and briefings for decision-makers.

The role emphasizes MATLAB and Python-based analysis, collaboration across multiple teams, and readiness for high-speed, high-enthalpy test environments at AEDC.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Physics, or closely related field.
• Ability to obtain DoD Secret clearance (U.S. citizenship required).
• Strong analytical skills with ability to work with complex experimental data.

Responsibilities

• Perform data reduction, uncertainty quantification, and interpretation for APTU and Arc Jet test programs.
• Support test planning including requirements definition and safety review packages.
• Analyze aeropropulsion performance, TPS response/ablation, and related phenomena.
• Create clear technical plots, reports, briefings, and data packages for decision-making.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Aerospace/Mechanical Engineering or Physics

Master's degree in a relevant field

Tools

MATLAB

NumPy

SciPy

Pandas

Matplotlib

Job description

**Job Title:** Test Analysis Engineer**Location:** Arnold AFB - TN ### Position SummaryThe Analysis Engineer provides technical test and evaluation (T&E) analysis support to the Aeropropulsion Flight, Aerothermal Flight, and Integrated Developmental Test Flight (IDTF) within the 715th Test Squadron at Arnold Engineering Development Complex (AEDC). The primary focus is high-quality data analysis and technical evaluation in support of testing conducted in the Aerodynamic and Propulsion Test Unit (APTU) and the Arc Jet facilities (H1, H2, and H3). This position directly contributes to the development, evaluation, and maturation of hypersonic systems and other advanced aerospace technologies. Support extends enterprise-wide across ground testing disciplines (aeropropulsion, aerothermal, aerodynamics, lethality, weather effects, and related areas) as well as selected flight-test activities. ### Essential Duties and Responsibilities* Perform detailed test data reduction, analysis, uncertainty quantification, and interpretation for APTU and Arc Jet (H1/H2/H3) test programs.* Support test planning activities including requirements definition, test matrix development, measures of performance, and preparation of technical and safety review packages.* Analyze aeropropulsion performance, aerothermal environments, Thermal Protection System (TPS) response/ablation, fluid-thermal-structural interaction (FTSI), and related phenomena.* Generate clear, accurate technical products (plots, reports, briefings, and data packages) that support customer decision-making and program reviews.* Provide analytical support to IDTF efforts spanning ground and flight testing across multiple technical domains.* Collaborate with government test engineers, facility operators, instrumentation personnel, and other contractors to resolve anomalies and improve test outcomes.* Maintain and improve analysis tools, scripts, and processes to increase efficiency and technical rigor.* Participate in technical interchange meetings, readiness reviews, and post-test evaluations as required. ### Required Qualifications* Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Physics, or a closely related technical field.* Ability to obtain and maintain a Department of Defense Secret security clearance (U.S. citizenship required).* Strong analytical skills with demonstrated ability to work with complex experimental data sets.* Excellent written and verbal communication skills.* Ability to work effectively in a collaborative, multi-organization test environment. ### Preferred Qualifications and Technical Knowledge* Master’s degree or higher in a relevant engineering or physical science discipline.* Hands-on experience with ground-test data analysis in hypersonic, aerothermal, or propulsion test facilities.* Proficiency in MATLAB and/or Scientific Python (NumPy, SciPy, Pandas, Matplotlib) for data processing, statistical analysis, and visualization.* Working knowledge of hypersonic aerodynamics, high-enthalpy flow, heat transfer, TPS materials/ablation, or propulsion system performance evaluation.* Familiarity with AEDC facilities (APTU, Arc Jets) or equivalent high-speed/high-enthalpy test capabilities.* Experience supporting T&E processes, including test planning, safety packages, and formal technical reviews.* Knowledge of additional test domains relevant to IDTF (aerodynamics, lethality, weather effects, etc.) is desirable. ### Work EnvironmentThis is an on-site position at Arnold Air Force Base, TN. The role involves working in a secure government test complex alongside Air Force, contractor, and industry personnel. Occasional support of off-nominal or extended test schedules may be required. Position will be filled by one of the TMAS 3 partners, Canvas-Inc. or Torch Technologies.