Aerospace Thermal Engineer

Job Description:

Analytical Mechanics Associates (AMA) is currently accepting applications to meet an upcoming demand for Aerospace Thermal Engineers to support the Structural and Thermal Systems Branch (STSB) at NASA Langley Research Center. These positions are expected to be onsite in Hampton, VA.

Requirements:

• Demonstrated use of Thermal Desktop and documenting the analysis, present/report findings, guide design and manufacturing, and verifying results using testing. Models may vary from Ground Support Equipment (GSE) or test fixturing to flight vehicles or satellites.

• Experience with Python programming or similar.

• Familiarity with the Microsoft Office suite of tools.

• The candidate must have demonstrated experience documenting reports, and technical memos in both Microsoft Word and PowerPoint and presenting findings to internal NASA groups, designers, project leadership, and customers at project meetings, branch meetings, and design reviews as requested by project managers.

Desired Experience:

• Experience in performing Structural, Thermal and Optical Performance (STOP) analysis.

• Experience with Model Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) and/or MBSE Multidisciplinary Design Analysis and Optimization (MDAO) or optimization and/or sensitivity studies scripting models together for system-based analysesd.

• Models are often made from scratch or by using CAD geometry as a framework.A Working knowledge of PTC/CREO software.

• The ability to use other software to solve thermal problems and programming capability.

U.S. Citizenship or Permanent Residence will be required.

Analytical Mechanics Associates (AMA) is proud of our customer relationships, our diverse and dynamic work environment, and our employees' career satisfaction. AMA is a small business with a wide reach; headquartered in Hampton, VA, AMA has operations in Greenbelt, MD; Huntsville, AL; Dallas and Houston, TX; Denver, CO; Mountain View, CA; and Edwards Air Force Base, CA. With over 60 years of experience, AMA specializes in aerospace engineering, science, analytics, information technology, and visualization solutions. AMA combines the best of engineering, science, and mathematics capabilities with the latest in information technologies, visualization, and multimedia to build creative solutions. We offer competitive salaries and a substantial benefits package, including but not limited to paid personal and federally recognized holiday leave, salary deferrals into a 401(k)-matching plan with immediate vesting, tuition reimbursement, short/long term disability plans, and a variety of medical, dental, and vision insurance options.

AMA is committed to the professional growth of every employee, understanding that the successes of our employees drive our success. We provide a work environment that is engaging, collaborative, and supportive. To learn more about our company, please visit our website at www.ama-inc.com/careers and follow us on Facebook and LinkedIn.

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