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Overview

This position description is subject to change at any time as needed to meet the requirements of the program or company.

Working across the globe, V2X builds smart solutions designed to integrate physical and digital infrastructure from base to battlefield. We bring 120 years of successful mission support to improve security, streamline logistics, and enhance readiness. Aligned around a shared purpose, our $3.9B company and 16,000 people work alongside our clients, here and abroad, to tackle their most complex challenges with integrity, respect, responsibility, and professionalism.

V2X is seeking a Senior Computational Fluid Dynamics Engineer to support analysis and modeling of Hypervelocity Projectiles for the Advanced Hypersonic Weapons & Guided Munitions Division (E20) of the Naval Surface Warfare Center, Dahlgren Division (NSWCDD) that conducts research and development analyses in the following technical disciplines: guided munitions including guided and unguided projectiles, guided missiles, and guided rockets, advanced fire control and methods to close the fire control loop against threats, gun and launcher systems, sensors, and high speed projectiles and bullets.

The engineer will be expected to develop meshes and models, execute analyses using local and DoD high performance computing systems, evaluate component and system failure modes, compute component structural margins, conduct trade studies of various loading conditions and alternate materials, document and present results, investigate innovative modeling techniques, and collaborate with a national team on design decisions. Prior experience with high-speed aerospace structures, or with Sandia National Lab’s SIERRA tool suite are preferred but not required.

An active Secret clearance and US Citizenship is required. This position is full time on site at the Naval Surface Warfare Center, Dahlgren Division (NSWCDD).

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Responsibilities

Major Job Activities:

+ Perform high-fidelity computational physics analysis using finite element software tools to assess the structural survivability of hypersonic weapon concepts and test hardware.

+ Engage with national teams supporting the development and fielding of new weapon concepts and provide computational modeling subject matter expertise.

+ Generate briefing materials, documentation, reports and other artifacts to inform programmatic and design decisions.

+ Support test events, lead analysis projects, conduct research, and develop new and emerging technologies and capabilities.

Material & Equipment Directly Used:

Laptop Computer

Working Environment:

On site in an office / lab environment at the Naval Surface Warfare Center, Dahlgren Division (NSWCDD).

Physical Activities:

+ Must be able to lift 25 pounds.

+ Must be able to stand and walk for prolonged amounts of time.

+ Must be able to twist, bend and squat periodically.

Qualifications

Education / Certifications:

Bachelor of Science (BS) degree from an accredited college or university in an engineering, scientific, or technical discipline.

Clearance Requirement:

An active SECRET DoD Security Clearance is required.

Experience / Skills:

+ Twelve (12) years professional technical experience which includes at least six (6) years specialized experience in the areas of concept definition, analysis, design, integration, engineering, and testing which includes: guided munition weapon systems, guided and unguided projectiles, guided missiles, and guided rockets, advanced fire control and methods to close the fire control loop against emerging threats, gun and launcher systems, sensors, high speed projectiles & bullets, missiles and rockets.

+ Understanding of computational mesh generation principles and proficiency with mesh generation tools.

+ Proficiency in commercial or government off the shelf finite element, finite volume or finite difference solvers applied to structural problems (Sierra Solid Mechanics or Abaqus preferred).

+ Experience with high-performance computing resources, composite materials, high-temperature effects, or failure modes.

Skills & Technology Used:

+ Ability to use advanced techniques and to modify and extend theories, precepts and practices in the areas of structural and/or coupled fluid-thermal-structural design and analysis.

+ Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing for required customer support and requirement gathering and validation.

We are committed to an inclusive and diverse workplace that values and supports the contributions of each individual. This commitment along with our common Vision and Values of Integrity, Respect, and Responsibility, allows us to leverage differences, encourage innovation and expand our success in the global marketplace. V2X is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, protected veteran status or status as an individual with a disability. EOE/Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran.