CFD Research Corporation
Aerospace Engineer – M&S - MDAO
Dayton, Ohio · Part-time
No sponsorshipDetected 11 hours ago
PythonC++GitCI/CDLinuxMachine LearningCybersecurityCFDMechanical DesignAerospace EngineeringResearch
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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