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Virginia Tech

Postdoctoral Associate

Blacksburg, VA · On-site

... in hypersonic wind tunnels such a temperature/pressure sensitive paints, infrared thermography, PLIF, FLDI etc. Proficiency in Python Experience running simulations with high performance computing ...

MIT Lincoln Laboratory

Systems Analyst

Lexington, MA · On-site

S. capabilities through modeling and simulation, and identifying opportunities for next-generation ... or infrared systems • Directed energy or hypersonic technologies Recent Graduate Hiring Range ...

MIT Lincoln Laboratory

Systems Analyst

Lexington, MA · On-site

S. capabilities through modeling and simulation, and identifying opportunities for next-generation ... or infrared systems • Directed energy or hypersonic technologies Recent Graduate Hiring Range ...

MIT Lincoln Laboratory

Systems Analyst

Lexington, MA

S. capabilities through modeling and simulation, and identifying opportunities for next-generation ... optical, or infrared systems Directed energy or hypersonic technologies Recent Graduate Hiring ...

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How much do hypersonic simulation infrared jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 5, 2026, the average yearly pay for hypersonic simulation infrared in the United States is $123,399.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $92,000.00 and $146,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Hypersonic Simulation Infrared vs Hypersonic Aerodynamics Engineer?

AspectHypersonic Simulation InfraredHypersonic Aerodynamics Engineer
Required CredentialsBachelor's or Master's in Aerospace Engineering, Physics, or related fields; experience with infrared sensors and simulation softwareBachelor's or Master's in Aerospace Engineering or Mechanical Engineering; expertise in fluid dynamics and wind tunnel testing
Work EnvironmentResearch labs, simulation centers, aerospace R&D facilitiesWind tunnels, flight test facilities, aerospace companies
Industry UsageDefense, aerospace, missile technology involving infrared detectionAircraft design, missile development, high-speed vehicle testing

Hypersonic Simulation Infrared specialists focus on modeling and analyzing infrared signatures of hypersonic vehicles, while Hypersonic Aerodynamics Engineers concentrate on airflow behavior at high speeds. Both roles require aerospace engineering expertise but differ in their specific focus areas within hypersonic research and development.

Infographic showing various Hypersonic Simulation Infrared job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 100% Full Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $123,399 per year, or $59.3 per hour.
Scene Generation Modeling and Simulation Engineer

Scene Generation Modeling and Simulation Engineer

Modern Technology Solutions, Inc.

Huntsville, AL • On-site

Full-time

Posted 24 days ago

Job description

MTSI is seeking to hire a Scene Generation Modeling and Simulation Engineer to design and develop high-fidelity, physics-based scene generation models for ballistic, hypersonic and air-breathing missile threat systems, in support of the Missile Defense Agency (MDA) Advanced Capabilities directorate. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in aerospace or physics principles and direct experience in complex scene generation, with a specialized focus on exhaust plume phenomenology. You will specialize in modeling the missile exhaust plume flowfields, kinematics and radiative signatures across the EO/IR spectrums that will support the performance testing of the Missile Defense System (MDS).
Required Qualifications
  • US Citizenship and a secret level security clearance.
  • B.S. in Aerospace or other field of Engineering, Physics or a related STEM field
  • 5+ years of professional experience in modeling and simulation.
  • Experience with industry-standard radiation transport codes (e.g., OSC, MODTRAN), government scene generation tools (FLITES), and/or missile exhaust plume flowfield and radiation transport codes (e.g. SPURC, SPF)
  • Knowledge of electro-optical/infrared (EO/IR) sensor modeling and simulation.
  • Proficiency in C++ and Python for scientific computing and model development.

Preferred Qualifications
  • Top Secret security clearance
  • Master's degree in a relevant engineering field.
  • Experience with parallel computing or GPU acceleration (e.g., CUDA).

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