Store Separation Test Engineer - Aerodynamic Wind Tunnel

Torch Technologies; Tullahoma (TN); Vor Ort; USD 90.000 - 130.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

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

Zusammenfassung

Torch Technologies, Inc. seeks a Store Separation Test Engineer to plan, execute, and analyze aerodynamic store separation tests within AEDC wind tunnels. You will develop test plans, select instrumentation, and ensure safety and data integrity across test cycles.

You will coordinate with a multi-disciplinary team, interpret simulations, document results, and present findings to leadership. Onsite work at AEDC Arnold AFB, TN, with shift flexibility during test execution.

Qualifikationen

• US citizenship is required.
• Bachelor's in an engineering or science discipline.
• Experience with aerodynamic performance and testing concepts.
• Excellent written and verbal communication; able to present findings to customers and leadership.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance.

Aufgaben

• Collaborate with customers, test managers, and a multi-disciplinary team to define test objectives, scope, and requirements for wind tunnel testing.
• Develop detailed test plans, matrices, instrumentation requirements, data acquisition strategies, and safety protocols.
• Interpret pre-test simulations to select appropriate instrumentation.
• Document test setups, procedures, and results.
• Oversee installation and calibration of test articles and instrumentation.
• Monitor wind tunnel equipment to ensure data quality and safety compliance.
• Troubleshoot issues and implement corrective actions during testing.
• Coordinate with wind tunnel operators and support personnel for smooth execution.
• Ensure testing activities comply with go/no-go and AEDC safety policies.
• Process and analyze large datasets and prepare comprehensive test reports.
• Present findings to customers and stakeholders through briefings and reports.
• Maintain knowledge of aerodynamic theory and emerging techniques.

Kenntnisse

Aerodynamic testing concepts

Technical writing

Data analysis

Safety procedures

Ausbildung

Bachelor's degree in engineering or science

Master's in Aerospace/Mechanical Engineering (preferred)

Tools

Strain gage balances

Pressure transducers

Accelerometers

High-speed imaging systems

Jobbeschreibung

About 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.

Role Overview

Store Separation Test Engineer. Critical member of the Arnold Engineering Development Complex (AEDC) 716th Test Squadron team, responsible for planning, executing, and analyzing complex aerodynamic and store separation testing within AEDC's wind tunnels and associated facilities. The test engineer will be responsible for all phases of testing from initial concept and design through final reporting. This position requires the ability to work 1st (0700 – 1500), 2nd (1500 – 2300) or 3rd (2300 – 0700) shift on occasions when assigned during test execution phase to support Test Squadron directed schedule throughput needs.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with customers, test managers, and a multi-disciplinary core test team to define test objectives, scope, and requirements for aerodynamic wind tunnel testing, including store separation, stability & control, inlet integration, control effectiveness, jet interaction, and heat transfer.
• Develop detailed test plans, including test matrices, instrumentation requirements, data acquisition strategies, and safety protocols.
• Interpret pre-test simulations and analyses to aid in selection of appropriate instrumentation, including strain gage balances, pressure transducers, accelerometers, and high-speed imaging systems.
• Develop and maintain detailed documentation of test setups, procedures, and results.
• Oversee the installation and calibration of test articles and instrumentation within the wind tunnel.
• Monitor wind tunnel equipment during testing, ensuring data quality and adherence to safety procedures.
• Troubleshoot technical issues that arise during testing and implement corrective actions.
• Coordinate with wind tunnel operators, instrumentation technicians, and other support personnel to ensure smooth and efficient test execution.
• Ensure all testing activities comply with relevant technical go/no-go and AEDC safety policies.
• Process and analyze large datasets acquired during testing using specialized software tools.
• Prepare comprehensive test reports documenting test procedures, results, and conclusions.
• Present test findings to customers and stakeholders through briefings, presentations, and written reports.
• Maintain a strong understanding of aerodynamic theory and emerging experimental techniques.
• Stay abreast of advancements in wind tunnel testing and related fields.
• Contribute to the development of new test methodologies and capabilities within the AEDC/716th Test Squadron.
• Adhere to all safety protocols and procedures.
• Participate in safety training programs.
• Identify and mitigate potential safety hazards in the test environment.
• Promote a culture of safety within the team.

Required Qualifications

• US Citizenship
• Bachelor's in an engineering or science discipline
• Experience with aerodynamic performance and testing concepts
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with experience preparing detailed technical reports and presenting findings to customers and leadership
• Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's in Aerospace Engineering or Mechanical Engineering or a related field
• Direct test engineering experience in high speed closed loop aerodynamic wind tunnels
• Experience with instrumentation troubleshooting
• Proficiency with 3-D CAD modeling
• Advanced MS Excel and Python programming skills
• Possess an active Secret security clearance

Schedule & Location

Schedule: M-F; 8-5
Work Location: Onsite, AEDC Arnold AFB, Tullahoma, TN
Travel: 0-10%
Relocation Assistance Available: possible
Position Contingent Upon Award of Contract: No #LI-AP1

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

Equal Opportunity

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.

Accommodation & E-Verify

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

Torch Technologies is dedicated to providing superior research, development, and engineering services to the Department of Defense. As defense contractors, the services we provide directly support the men and women who serve our country.

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 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 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.