CFD Research Corporation

CFD Research Corporation

Aerospace Engineer – M&S - MDAO

Dayton, Ohio · Part-time

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About the role

  • About CFD Research: Since its inception in 1987, CFD Research has delivered innovative technology solutions within the Aerospace & Defense, Biomedical & Life Sciences, Intelligence & Sensing, and Energy & Materials industries.
  • CFD Research is an ISO9001:AS9100D registered company and is appraised at CMMI Level II for Services.
  • CFD Research is a 100% ESOP (employee-owned company) recognized in Inc.

Responsibilities

  • CFD Research has earned multiple national awards for successful application and commercialization of innovative component/system technology prototypes, multi-physics simulation software, multi-disciplinary analyses, and expert support services.
  • CFD Research is developing and applying multi-disciplinary analysis and optimization (MDAO) processes for advanced aerospace systems.
  • This work integrates physics-based modeling and simulation (M&S), advanced analysis methods, and optimization techniques to enable more efficient design exploration, system evaluation, and performance improvement.
  • The candidate will conduct research into high-performance structures operating under severe thermal, aerodynamic, and mechanical loading to help resolve current system challenges and improve the performance, resilience, and design of future platforms.

Requirements

  • Candidate must be a U.S. Citizen and meet eligibility requirements to obtain and maintain a security clearance
  • Bachelor's degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical discipline
  • Proficiency with Python and Linux-based operating systems
  • Experience with formal optimization methods, including gradient-based and gradient-free techniques
  • Experience with 6DOF engagement simulation and/or mission simulation tools
  • Experience with geometry modeling tools such as CAD, OpenVSP, or ESP
  • Experience with aerodynamic modeling tools such as Missile DATCOM, CBAERO, or Kestrel
  • Proficiency with compiled languages, especially C++ or Fortran
  • Familiarity with guidance, navigation, and control concepts
  • Proficiency with software development best practices, including Git, code linting, testing, and CI/CD

Nice to have

  • Preferred Qualities

Compensation

  • Performance appraisals occur twice a year and annual pay increases are based upon corporate goals, personal development, performance, and outstanding achievements.

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 our Full-Time, permanent employee-owners a highly competitive insurance package, including medical, vision, and dental insurance.
  • Additionally, we offer company paid leave, compensation time, parental leave, long-term and short-term disability, accidental death and dismemberment, and life insurance.
  • Part-Time and Temporary employee-owners may receive partial or reduced benefits and leave time based on their employment status level.

Company info

  • We are seeking an engineer with the intellectual curiosity and technical depth needed to support the development of next-generation aerospace capabilities.
  • The candidate will also support delivery and deployment of modeling and optimization processes to the Air Force Research Laboratory and other DoD customers.

Visa & Work Authorization

  • Citizen and meet eligibility requirements to obtain and maintain a security clearance

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