Aerospace Engineer – Hypersonic Vehicle Modeling

CFD Research is seeking a team member to support development of modeling, simulation, analysis, and design tools and workflows for hypersonic vehicles. The engineer will join CFD Research's Aerospace and Data Science Groups and will support R&D programs performing development of tools for multi-disciplinary, multi-objective optimization of hypersonic air-vehicles. The engineer will:

• Experience with multi-disciplinary analysis and optimization (MDAO)
• Experience with closed-loop 6DOF simulation tools Location: This role is based in the Dayton, Ohio area, and is 100% onsite. About CFD Research: Since its inception in 1987, CFD Research has been a technology leader in engineering simulations and innovative designs. CFD Research has worked with government agencies, businesses, and academia to provide innovative solutions within the Aerospace & Defense, Biomedical & Life Sciences, and Energy & Materials industries. CFD Research has earned multiple national awards for successful application and commercialization of innovative technology prototypes, multi-physics simulation software, multi-disciplinary analyses, and expert support services. CFD Research's impressive three-year growth rate was high enough to recognize the company in the Inc. Magazine's 5000 for the second year in a row. Benefits: CFD Research offers competitive salaries and excellent employee benefits, including an employer matching 401(k) and Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). CFD Research offers a highly competitive insurance package, including medical, vision, and dental insurance. We offer company paid leave, compensation time, parental leave, long-term disability, accidental death and dismemberment, and life insurance. Performance appraisals occur twice a year and annual pay increases are based upon corporate goals, personal development, performance, and outstanding achievements. In addition, group and individual bonuses are awarded for exceptional performance. CFD Research is an EO employer - Veterans/Disabled and other protected categories Job Posted by ApplicantPro
• Proficiency with Git, Gitlab, and software best practices
• Automate data collection process
• Integrate models with an MBSE decomposition of the system An ideal candidate would have a strong background in:
• Proficiency with C++
• Experience with aerodynamic modeling tools like Missile DATCOM, CBAERO, OpenVSP
• Build models of the hypersonic vehicle and its subsystems (airframe, GNC, propulsion, TPS, etc.)
• Software development An ideal candidate will be a driven researcher with the ability to clearly communicate capabilities to stakeholders. Basic Qualifications:
• Aerodynamics
• MS in Aerospace Engineering, Computer Science, Mechanical Engineer, or similar discipline.
• Generate data characterizing system and subsystem performance
• PhD in Aerospace Engineering, Computer Science, Mechanical Engineer, or similar discipline.
• 6DOF simulation
• Candidate must be a US Citizen and meet eligibility to obtain/maintain a security clearance Preferred Qualifications:
• Proficiency with the Python programming language
• 3+ years of experience
• Utilize government and commercial off-the-shelf tools with in-house modeling, simulation, and analysis tools to perform automated evaluation of candidate air-vehicle