Performance Analyst III/IV

Specter Aerospace is seeking a Performance Analyst III-IV to support the design and analysis of high-speed airbreathing testbed vehicles and weapon systems. A successful candidate will have prior experience leading analysis of flight vehicle performance, trajectory optimization of high-speed flight vehicles, and propulsion system modeling.

About Specter Aerospace Specter Aerospace is building the next generation of hypersonic vehicles for U.S. Forces and Allies. Specter is headquartered just north of Boston in Peabody, MA where it leverages its advanced propulsion technologies, manufacturing, and testing capabilities to rapidly develop supersonic and hypersonic systems. Funded by a mix of government R&D organizations and private funding, Specter is expanding its team in preparation for flight testing and full-scale production.

Role & Responsibilities

Lead performance assessments and trade studies in support of high-speed airbreathing weapon system design

Provide guidance and support to junior staff on conducting performance analyses

Utilize 3DOF trajectory optimization software (OTIS, QuickShot, Dymos) for performance analysis

Execute 6DOF simulations and perform statistical analysis of results

Effectively communicate results to internal and external stakeholders

Generate propulsion models using in-house developed codes

Coordinate with design team to provide feedback on system design

Other duties as assigned by the company

Job Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or other related discipline

3+ years of relevant full-time experience

Experience/interest in conducting performance analyses of weapon systems

Experience with/willingness to learn trajectory optimization software (OTIS, QuickShot, Dymos)

Experience using scripting languages (Python, BASH, MATLAB) to aid in analysis

Ability to obtain a DoD security clearance (U.S. Citizenship required)

Desired Skills

Master's Degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related discipline

7+ years of relevant full-time experience

Experience directing performance analysis for high-speed weapon systems

Experience integrating aerodynamic and propulsion models to inform system performance

Experience conducting performance trade studies to inform system design

Experience supporting survivability analyses in AFSIM and ESAMS

Willingness to learn/perform supporting analyses (CFD/GNC/propulsion)

Active DoD security clearance

EEO Statement: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.