AMSC Test Analyst

 Job Title: AMSC Test Analyst
Location: Arnold AFB - Tullahoma, TN On-Site

TMAS (Aventis) is seeking a qualified individual to support the Air Force at the Arnold
Engineering Development Complex (AEDC) at Arnold AFB, TN. The candidate will execute a
wide range of technical tasks including development and use of data collection and analysis
tools, as well as execution of data collection, analysis, and reporting.

Responsibilities/Duties:
Performing engineering analysis and modeling functions in a variety of technical areas
including:
Measured EO/IR missile plume and hardbody signature data and models.
Missile propulsion, trajectory, and attitude data and models.
Missile nozzle and plume flowfield models.
Support the AMSC Field Measurements Team in all aspects of radiometric sensor field
applications.
Configure a variety of EO/IR imagers, spectrometers and radiometers to meet
customer requirements.
Perform detailed laboratory calibration of signature measurement instrumentation.
Travel to remote test locations for potentially long durations (1-3 week
deployments, 3-5 times per year). Responsible for application of one or more
instruments to collect signature data on target(s) of interest.
Radiometric data analysis including image processing, atmospheric propagation,
target trajectory.
Perform data extraction, metadata consolidation, and data processing/analysis tasks as
assigned to support customer and user deliverables and requests.
Use and support development of government or commercial toolsets and applications to
process and analyze data.
Prepare inputs, based on underlying physics, to model and simulation programs for
missiles or other systems, and exercise the models to predict signatures.
Perform comparative analyses of simulation results.
Prepare documentation as appropriate to record data processing, analysis, and software
usage and/or adaptation.
Create data products and reports on EO/IR data signatures for FMT deployments or
analysis and modeling efforts.
Work in a fast-paced environment, prioritizing work to balance multiple projects and
deadlines.
Collaborate effectively with senior staff and peers, communicating clearly and concisely in
both oral and written formats.
Other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in physics or engineering from an accredited school and up to 3 years
of experience.
Proficiency with Python and/or MATLAB.
Desired Qualifications:
An active DoD security clearance is highly desirable; however, candidates without a
clearance will also be considered.
Experience with infrared and/or high-speed cameras (e.g. FLIR, Phantom) is a plus.
Advanced degree or additional graduate-level coursework in physics or engineering is a
plus.
Chemistry, fluid dynamics, atmospheric physics background or coursework is a plus.
Must be able to learn and effectively use a variety of government and in-house simulation
codes and analysis tools.
Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate technical information to both technical
and non-technical audiences.
Experience fostering cooperation and teamwork with both internal and external
stakeholders.
Engineering intern experience and/or experience in test or aerospace/industrial setting is
desired.
Applicant must be willing and able to work extended hours and shift work while
supporting test execution, as test schedules dictate.
Strong adherence to safety and security protocols in a test environment.
 
Security Clearance:
The ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret clearance. Having any active security clearance
is a plus.

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