Hypersonic Aeropropulsion Test Analyst

Job Title: Hypersonic Aeropropulsion Test Analyst

Location: Arnold Air Force Base, TN (AEDC)

Canvas provides engineering services and technical solutions for customers in federal and commercial markets. We are recognized by our customers and industry partners for our ethical standards, world-class technical expertise, and dedication to accomplishing the mission in a responsive, efficient, and affordable manner.

Duties:

Duties will include, but are not limited to:

• Supporting the 715th Test Squadron at the Arnold Engineering Development Complex (AEDC) in the planning, execution, and analysis of hypersonic aeropropulsion ground testing.

• Analyzing aerodynamic, thermodynamic, and propulsion data from ground test facilities (such as the Aerodynamic and Propulsion Test Unit - APTU).

• Developing comprehensive test plans, test matrices, and safety packages in coordination with facility engineers and program stakeholders.

• Utilizing data acquisition systems and post-test data reduction tools to evaluate scramjet, ramjet, and other high-speed propulsion system performance.

• Collaborating with test facility personnel, government customers, and prime contractors to ensure test objectives are safely and effectively met.

• Generating technical reports, data packages, briefings, and presentations to communicate test results and anomalies to stakeholders.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a highly related technical field (Master’s degree preferred).

• 3+ years of relevant experience in aeropropulsion, wind tunnel testing, or hypersonic aerodynamics.

• Proficiency in data analysis and engineering software (e.g., MATLAB, Python, or similar).

• Familiarity with high-speed/hypersonic propulsion systems and compressible flow dynamics.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex technical data clearly.

• Prior experience with AEDC test facilities or the 715th Test Squadron is highly desirable.

Security Clearance:

• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret clearance

Other Essential Job Functions:

• Must be willing to travel up to 10%.

About Us

Founded in 2007, Canvas connects a passion for going beyond the expected with the knowledge and expertise to deliver what our clients need now and in the future. Canvas has been recognized as a Great Place to Work Certified ™, Fortune Best Small Workplace ™, Fortune Best Workplace for Millennials ™ (2022), Best Place for Working Parents (2022 & 2023), HIRE Vets Gold Medallion Awardee (2021 & 2022), Best Places to Work Awardee, 2019 Government Contracting - Technology Business of the Year, and Woman-Owned Small Business of the Year (2018) by the Huntsville/Madison Chamber of Commerce.

Benefits of Working with Canvas

To reflect our company culture, Canvas offers an exciting array of benefits that makes up our employees' total rewards package. Those benefits may include:

• Competitive Wages*

• Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance

• Generous company-funded Basic Life Insurance

• Company-funded Short-Term & Long-Term Disability

• 11 Paid Federal Holidays

• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)

• Dependent Care and Medical Flexible Spending Accounts

• 401(k) retirement plan with company match and 100% immediate vesting

• Tuition Reimbursement for ongoing training, continuing education, or advanced degree programs

• Robust Employee Assistance Program

• Employee Referral Bonus Program

• Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach

• Spot Awards for exemplary individual performance

• Discretionary performance-based bonuses

• And many more!

Final compensation for this position is determined by a variety of factors, such as a candidate's relevant work experience, skills, certifications, and geographic location.

Canvas is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Canvas is an equal opportunity employer and a VEVRAA federal contractor who affords equal employment opportunity to protected veterans and people with disabilities. Canvas has equal employment opportunities that are based upon a candidate's qualifications and capabilities to perform the essential functions of a particular job and are free from discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. For our complete EEO/AA and Pay Transparency statement, please visit our Careers page.

U.S. citizenship is required for most positions. Canvas is committed to expanding access to employment for people with disabilities and disabled veterans. If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, and your disability prevents you from applying, please advise what reasonable accommodation Canvas can provide to assist you in applying for one of our open positions. You may contact us by sending an email to [email protected]. Reasonable accommodations are considered on a case-by-case basis.

Please note that only those inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation for applying for a specific posted position will be responded to. Requests will be kept confidential and shared strictly on a need-to-know basis.

Please be aware, scammers may try to impersonate our company by reaching out regarding job opportunities. We will never ask you for bank account information, checks, or other sensitive information as part of our hiring process. If you're unsure, please email [email protected] with questions.

For further information on Canvas including more information on employee benefits and our company culture, visit our website.