Hypersonic Thermal & Structural Engineer

Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory LLC; Laurel (MD); On-site; USD 100,000 - 245,000; Full time

Job summary

Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) seeks a Thermal and Structural Engineer to apply thermal and structural analysis to high-temperature aerospace applications. You will develop, analyze, and prototype novel materials and structures, and perform FEA simulations to support design decisions.

The role involves collaboration across disciplines, documentation of analytical approaches, and communication of results to government sponsors.

Qualifications

• BS degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Eng. or related tech discipl.
• 3+ years in thermal/structural modeling and analysis (aerospace/defense).
• 3+ years in developing, validating computational models for design and testing.
• Hands-on in thermal/structural simulations with FEA software (Abaqus/ANSYS).
• Eligible for Interim Secret clearance; U.S. citizenship required.

Responsibilities

• Perform R&D to advance hypersonic materials and TPS modeling/analysis.
• Collaborate with subject matter experts across disciplines to improve analytical methods.
• Independently and collaboratively execute thermal/structural modeling to support programs and inform design decisions.
• Document methods, results, and recommendations for sponsors and stakeholders.

Skills

Thermal analysis

Structural analysis

FEA simulations

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering

Master's degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering

Tools

Abaqus

ANSYS

Job description

Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) seeks a Thermal and Structural Engineer to apply thermal and structural analysis to high-temperature aerospace applications. You will develop, analyze, and prototype novel materials and structures, and perform FEA simulations to support design decisions.

The role involves collaboration across disciplines, documentation of analytical approaches, and communication of results to government sponsors.