Vehicle Modeling and Simulation Engineer (VA)

 Although primarily dedicated to ground vehicle systems, NATC conducts vehicle component evaluations and certifications, and weapons systems and ammunition tests.  Since its founding in 1957, NATC has continuously served commercial, federal and defense organizations in both domestic and international arenas.  Throughout the years, NATC has contributed to the development of wheeled and tracked vehicle systems.  NATC has logged more than 40 million vehicle test miles and evaluated more than 1,000 different vehicle systems from passenger cars to Class 8 trucks to earth moving and agricultural equipment along with some three hundred trailer systems.

 

To improve support to our customers in the East Coast, NATC has established an office in Quantico, Virginia.  Our office in Virginia provides engineering services.  Our dedicated winter test facility new West Yellowstone, Montana provides seasonal severe low temperature, snow and ice environments for vehicle and component evaluations.  NATC’s dedicated fabrication facility in Carson City, Nevada (NFAST) is equipped and staffed to provide complete prototype fabrication and modification for all types of ground vehicle systems.  Our Westrack facility provides an evaluation area for Intelligent Vehicle Systems and full support for driverless vehicle technology.

 

On-site resources at NATC’s Nevada proving ground include three full size vehicle environment test chambers and two component-size chambers including one for fungus; a railroad transportability test area; an EMC/EMI test range; skid pads for vehicle dynamics evaluations; a large tilt table; established slopes, fording pits, and obstacles; fabrication and repair facilities including engine and electronic system rebuild; approximately 3,000 miles of test courses; and on-site ranges for direct-fire weapons systems.

 

NATC recognizes the need for a broad range of services immediately available to the customer at one location.  From structural analysis to prototype fabrication to production hardware certification, NATC meets these needs throughout the entire vehicle development cycle.  NATC combines more than 40 years of ground vehicle system development and test experience with analytical testing and practical real-world solutions to create tailored test programs.



We are currently Seeking an Experienced Modeling and Simulation Engineer for our Virginia Office

The principal role of these individuals will be to conduct and supervise the modeling and analysis of systems and sub systems for current and next generation commercial and military ground vehicles. Representative areas requiring development include, but are not limited to: chassis, drive line, suspension, steering, powertrain, brakes, and armor kits. These individuals will be involved in the development and analysis of components, systems, and/or complete vehicles. Projects include modifications and improvements to existing vehicles, as well as development and (virtual and real world) evaluation of complete vehicle prototypes.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1. Proposal development
2. Component/system conceptual development
3. Component/system model development
4. Component/system model thermal/mechanical/dynamic/stress analysis and correlation to test data
5. Model analysis supervision and review
6. Report development and review
7. Customer interface and correspondence
8. Travel will be required
9. Task management and status briefings

MARGINAL FUNCTIONS:

1. Perform tests in the field in extreme temperature and/or environmental conditions.
2. Assist in special projects.
3. Operate Company vehicles in support of test operations.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Automotive Engineering with a minimum of 3 years experience in an engineering design and/or analysis role with a minimum of 2 years of modeling and simulation (e.g. FEA static/linear analysis, multi-body dynamic analysis, modal analysis) experience. Or a Master’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering or closely related engineering discipline.
2. Capable of receiving DoD security clearance
3. Strong interpersonal skills
4. Experience with MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint
5. Strong organizational and time management skills
6. Strong verbal and written communication skills
7. Ability to manage multiple tasks and projects
8. Must possess or be able to obtain a current Nevada Driver’s License and maintain a good driving record.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Master's degree in Mechanical or Automotive Engineering
2. Knowledge of automotive fundamentals and vehicle systems
3. Experience with Pro/ENGINEER or similar modeling software packages
4. Experience with ADAMS, DADS, or similar dynamic analysis software packages
5. Experience with Nastran or similar general purpose FEA software packages
6. Familiar with Dytran, LS-DYNA, or similar software packages for analyzing complex nonlinear behavior
7. Experience with Matlab and Simulink


Please visit our website at www.natc-ht.com for more information and application process.