About the role#
North Wind is hiring an Aerodynamic Test Engineering Intern to support the planning, execution, and analysis of aerodynamic tests. You will work with experienced engineers on wind tunnel experiments and other ground-based testing activities. This role involves applying engineering principles to real-world challenges while supporting the development of advanced aerospace systems.
What you'll do#
- Assist with planning and preparing aerodynamic tests, including wind tunnel experiments and technical documentation.
- Configure and integrate test models, test articles, and instrumentation.
- Help establish operating conditions and data acquisition requirements.
- Collect and analyze experimental data regarding pressure distributions, aerodynamic forces, moments, and flow characteristics.
- Operate and troubleshoot instrumentation and data acquisition systems.
- Compare experimental results with engineering calculations and computational fluid dynamics predictions.
- Prepare test summaries, reports, and presentations.
- Participate in test readiness reviews, design reviews, and technical meetings.
- Collaborate with aerodynamics, mechanical design, and systems engineering teams.
- Improve test procedures and maintain safety and quality standards.
What you'll need#
- Currently pursuing a bachelor's or master's degree in Aerospace, Mechanical, or Aeronautical Engineering.
- Coursework or project experience in aerodynamics, fluid mechanics, or experimental methods.
- Familiarity with data analysis tools like MATLAB or Python.
- Ability to interpret technical drawings and engineering specifications.
- Strong analytical, mathematical, and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
- Must be a U.S. citizen and able to obtain a U.S. government security clearance.
- Preferred: Familiarity with wind tunnel testing, supersonic or hypersonic aerodynamics, pressure transducers, thermocouples, force balances, data acquisition systems, CFD software, or CAD software.
Location & details#
- Location: St Paul, Minnesota.
- Modality: On-site.
- Employment: Full-time internship.
- Compensation: Paid position.
About North Wind
North Wind operates in the defense and space manufacturing sector. The company provides hypersonic and mission-critical research, development, test, and evaluation services. It maintains five business segments that cover test facility design, flight testing, and system components. Founded in 2024, the company is based in St. Paul, Minnesota. It employs approximately 202 people.
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