Odonata Research LLC possesses the expertise to support obtaining a Type Certificate(TC) for a new aircraft, an Amended Type Certificate(ATC) for modifications to an existing aircraft, and a Supplemental Type Certificate(STC) to enhance an aircraft. We have demonstrated the necessary technical competence and knowledge of the pertinent regulations and certification procedures to make certain findings for the FAA as a DER in the following areas. The current CLOA can be reviewed on the Designee Management System
Odonata Research LLC is proficient at performing aeroelastic and loads analysis of aircraft using MSC Nastran, Zona ZAERO, and customer proprietary software. We also have experience performing linear and nonlinear finite element analyses (FEA) in ANSYS.
Odonata Research LLC is actively engaged in engineering software development to create computational tools that enable engineers to utilize the full potential of computing resources. Expertise is primarily in developing novel engineering analyses and in automating pre and post-processing of engineering data. The software is primarily offered as custom processing and analysis tools per client request.
Odonata Research LLC has conducted research to develop and demonstrate innovative analyses. While the research is often proprietary, public examples are listed below.
Odonata Research LLC is seeking an Aerospace Engineer with a Bachelor Degree in Aerospace Engineering or related engineering degrees. Candidates must meet the job requirements and supply a Resume to be considered for the position.
Odonata Research LLC is seeking an Aerospace Engineer with the following:
Odonata Research LLC provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Odonata Research LLC, comply with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. Odonata Research LLC, expressly prohibit any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of Odonata Research LLC’s., employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Interested candidates send resumes to Managing Member, Odonata LLC, 6505 E. Central Avenue #254, Wichita, KS 67206 or thomas.m.hermann@odonata-research.com.
Thomas M. Hermann has a strong background in
aeroelastic analysis of aerospace structures with
proficiency in multiple commercial packages. He has
performed structural dynamic, aeroelastic, and dynamic loads
analysis of aircraft ranging from twin turboprop, carrier
based, AEW aircraft to a twin turbofan transport and
business jets utilizing both customer proprietary and
Nastran aeroelastic models. In addition, he performed
composite laminate design, testing and analysis with
application directed at wind turbine blades. In the course
of all of these tasks, he acquired software development
skills in several languages including Python, Fortran,
Matlab, and Common Lisp.
His career objective is to improve engineering productivity through proper application of state-of-the-art methodology, analyses, and software.