Hypersonic Wind Tunnel Lead Engineer (Remote Options)

Scientific Research Corporation; Alexandria (VA); Hybrid; USD 137,000 - 228,000; Full time

Job summary

Scientific Research Corporation seeks an experienced Test Facility Lead Engineer to provide comprehensive technical oversight for wind tunnel test capabilities, ensuring safety, reliability, and performance.

The role supports TRMC in government oversight, requiring a Bachelor’s in engineering, 10+ years in aerospace/defense, and an active SECRET clearance. Travel ~20%; onsite in Alexandria, VA, or St. Paul, MN, with potential full-time remote options.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, or Electrical Engineering or related field.
• 10+ years in aerospace/defense.
• Experience with large-scale T&E facilities (wind tunnels, etc.).
• Exceptional communication for briefings with government/contractors.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical oversight and contractor evaluation for wind tunnel capabilities.
• Advise COR on design and execution of wind tunnel tests.
• Serve as authoritative technical POC with safety and performance focus.
• Identify technical risks and develop mitigation plans with project team.
• Lead technical reviews of designs, drawings, and CFD/FEA analyses.
• Coordinate independent verification with SMEs and external bodies.

Skills

Communication skills

Project management

Systems integration

Technical oversight

Documentation & briefing

Wind tunnel expertise

Safety and risk management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical/Aerospace/Electrical Engineering

Master’s or Ph.D. in Aerospace/Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office 365

Job description

Scientific Research Corporation seeks an experienced Test Facility Lead Engineer to provide comprehensive technical oversight for wind tunnel test capabilities, ensuring safety, reliability, and performance.

The role supports TRMC in government oversight, requiring a Bachelor’s in engineering, 10+ years in aerospace/defense, and an active SECRET clearance. Travel ~20%; onsite in Alexandria, VA, or St. Paul, MN, with potential full-time remote options.