Junior Wind Tunnel Engineer

Technology Service Corporation Defense Services; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 100,000 - 133,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP participation

401k Plan

Flexible Work Schedules

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Technology Service Corporation seeks a Junior Wind Tunnel Engineer to support high-priority Navy missions through aerodynamic testing at the Naval Research Laboratory. This hands-on role coordinates with design and analysis teams to translate aerodynamic objectives into detailed wind tunnel procedures and ensures safe operation of facility hardware.

The position covers assembling instrumented models, developing automated data routines, monitoring data quality, and validating CFD models with

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in an aerodynamic laboratory or testing facility.
• Strong technical proficiency with data acquisition tools such as LabVIEW.
• Experience with 3D CAD modeling software.
• U.S. Citizenship and ability to obtain a DoD Secret level clearance.

Responsibilities

• Assemble and instrument complex subscale models using strain-gauge balances, pressure scanners, and flow-visualization sensors.
• Develop automated routines for data acquisition.
• Monitor real-time data quality during wind tunnel operations.
• Reduce and analyze large experimental datasets.
• Document aerodynamic coefficients used to validate CFD models.

Skills

Data acquisition with LabVIEW

Education

Bachelor's degree in Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering

Tools

3D CAD modeling

Job description

Technology Service Corporation (TSC) is seeking a Junior Wind Tunnel Engineer to support work at the Naval Research Laboratory. This position offers the opportunity to directly impact high-priority Navy missions.

The Junior Wind Tunnel Engineer supports the preparation, execution, and analysis of high‑speed aerodynamic test campaigns used to validate the performance of advanced aerospace vehicles and missile systems. This hands‑on role works closely with design and analysis teams to translate aerodynamic objectives into detailed test procedures and to ensure the safe and effective operation of wind tunnel facility hardware.

Key responsibilities include assembling and instrumenting complex subscale models using strain‑gauge balances, pressure scanners, and flow‑visualization sensors, as well as developing automated routines for data acquisition. The engineer will monitor real‑time data quality during wind tunnel operations, perform reduction and analysis of large experimental datasets, and document aerodynamic coefficients used to validate computational fluid dynamics (CFD) models.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering
• Minimum 2 years of experience in an aerodynamic laboratory or testing facility
• Strong technical proficiency with data acquisition tools such as LabVIEW
• Experience with 3D CAD modeling software
• U.S. Citizenship and ability to obtain a DoD Secret level clearance

In compliance with applicable pay transparency laws, the expected salary range for this position is $100,000 - $133,000 per year, depending on experience and location. This role is also eligible for an annual performance bonus and may include equity or incentive compensation as part of the total rewards package.

TSC Benefits

TSC offers a stable work environment, a competitive salary, and a comprehensive benefit package; including ESOP participation, 401k Plan, Flexible Work Schedules, Tuition Reimbursement, Co‑Sponsored Health Plan, Paid Leave and much more.

Applying to TSC

Only those candidates invited for an interview will be contacted. Employment at TSC is contingent upon the successful completion of a comprehensive background check, security investigation, and a drug screening.

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