Full-Time

Wind Tunnel Model Design Engineer

Wind Tunnel Model Design, Research, Science and Engineering

Posted on 9/27/2025

Analytical Mechanics Associates

Analytical Mechanics Associates

201-500 employees

Engineering, math, and IT problem-solving firm

Compensation Overview

$114 - $157/yr

No H1B Sponsorship

Hampton, VA, USA

In Person

US Citizenship Required

Category
Aerospace Engineering (2)
,
Requirements
  • B.S. In Aerospace Engineering or Mechanical Engineering
  • 8-15 years of experience specifically in wind tunnel design and analysis
  • Experience with ProE/Creo software or similar 3D modeling software
Responsibilities
  • Join AMA's team supporting the Research, Science and Engineering (RSES) contract
  • Support wind tunnel model design
  • Conduct mechanical mechanism design
  • Perform wind tunnel model stress analysis using hand calculations
Desired Qualifications
  • Experience in structural design
  • Experience with simple FEA modeling (CREO or other Finite Element Analysis software)
Analytical Mechanics Associates

Analytical Mechanics Associates

View

Analytical Mechanics Associates provides engineering, mathematics, and information technology services to government and commercial clients. It solves complex problems by combining engineering, science, and math with visualization to build models, simulations, and decision-support tools. It differentiates itself with a long track record since 1962 and a nationwide network of offices that mix a small-business feel with broad aerospace, defense, and energy expertise. Its goal is to deliver reliable, practical solutions and spark future discoveries through rigorous analysis and effective visualization.

Company Size

201-500

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Hampton, Virginia

Founded

1962

Simplify Jobs

Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Joseph Poist appointed CEO February 9, 2026, with NASA Goddard experience.
  • Dr. Sanjay Gowda leads innovation; Dave Bose engineering; Anoop Mehta strategy.
  • Poist's SAIC VP role and $5B NASA portfolio oversight enhance execution.

What critics are saying

  • NASA Goddard cuts slash AMA's $154.8M revenue in 6-12 months.
  • KBR underbids AMA on Goddard engineering contracts in 12-24 months.
  • New CEO Poist's 3-month tenure sparks client non-renewals in 3-6 months.

What makes Analytical Mechanics Associates unique

  • AMA specializes in engineering, science, math, IT, and visualization since 1962.
  • NASA sole government client with $154.8M unclassified prime revenue.
  • Commercial clients include SpaceX, Boeing, and Lockheed Martin.

Help us improve and share your feedback! Did you find this helpful?

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Disability Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

401(k) Company Match

Paid Holidays

Tuition Reimbursement

Company News

WashingtonExec
Feb 10th, 2026
AMA Taps Joseph Poist as CEO

AMA taps Joseph Poist as CEO. The board of directors of Analytical Mechanics Associates has named Joseph Poist CEO after a comprehensive search, citing confidence in his leadership judgment, operational discipline and ability to execute strategy across complex, mission-critical environments. "I am humbled by the board's confidence and excited to lead this organization," Poist said. "The opportunity ahead is significant. My focus will be on clarity of direction, disciplined execution and building an enterprise that delivers and grows consistently." Before joining AMA, Poist served as a vice president at SAIC, leading a large business group supporting complex government missions. Earlier in his career, he served as chief of staff at NASA's Goddard Space Flight Center, helping oversee a portfolio of over $5 billion in annual programs and a workforce of over 10,000 civil servants and contractors across multiple locations nationwide. During his 14-year career as a civil servant, he also held senior financial leadership roles, including associate deputy chief financial officer for resources, with responsibility for guiding government programs from inception through delivery. Poist succeeds John Abrams as CEO. The board thanked Abrams for his leadership and contributions to the company and wished him continued success.

INACTIVE