Aircraft Propulsion Aerodynamics and CFD Engineer

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI), an affiliate of General Atomics, is a world leader in proven, reliable remotely piloted aircraft and tactical reconnaissance radars, as well as advanced high-resolution surveillance systems.We have an exciting opportunity in Poway, CA for an Aircraft Propulsion Aerodynamics and CFD Engineer to contribute to the analysis of subsonic and transonic air vehicles, especially as it relates to the prediction of aerodynamics and aircraft performance. This engineer will be involved in the creation of aerodynamic databases derived from handbook methods, inviscid tools, wind tunnel, flight testing, and especially CFD. This position is within the Flight Technologies department in San Diego, CA (Poway, CA). Responsibilities include the execution and documentation of analyses and tests related to aerodynamics, CFD (computational fluid dynamics), and aircraft performance, aircraft sizing, tool development, the estimation of budgets and schedules, and interfacing with internal and external customers as necessary to present results and ensure work is completed appropriately.DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:Responsibilities will include aerodynamic database development, aircraft performance analysis, mathematical modeling, aerodynamic predictions, simulation development and support, flight data analysis, and documentation.Plan, manage, and execute aerodynamic analyses using tools that range from handbook methods via inviscid tools all the way to Navier-Stokes CFD and associated meshing tools.Develop and maintain in-house analysis tools, perform mathematical modeling, and provide aerodynamic design support for new aircraft and modifications to existing aircraft.Support various tests including wind tunnel tests and flight tests, including reducing and analyzing the data after the test and documenting the results.Generate reports, specifications, memos, performance charts for flight manuals, and sketches of the obtained aerodynamic and performance results and present them verbally in meetings and phone conferences to all level employees and customers.Occasional travel to wind tunnels, flight test sites, customer sites, and conferences.We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply.46582Job Qualifications:Typically requires a bachelors degree, masters degree or PhD in engineering or a related technical discipline from an accredited institution and progressive engineering experience as follows; four or more years of experience with a bachelors degree or two or more years of experience with a masters degree. May substitute equivalent engineering experience in lieu of education.Requires strong technical knowledge of external/internal aerodynamics of aircraft at subsonic and transonic speeds, including natural laminar flow (NLF).Requires strong knowledge of ICE and/or of turbo engine performance, engine sizing, and engine stability.Requires strong knowledge of propeller and/or propulsive fand design and testing.Requires familiarity with compressible flow equations and aerodynamic analysis tools that include. inviscid tools and meanline codes (such as NPSS, XRotor, DFDC, BladeGen and AxStream)Requires solid experience with the repair of complex CAD geometry.Requires solid experience with the creation of meshes with boundary layers on complex 3D geometries.Requires solid experience with running full Navier-Stokes CFD solvers on HPC clusters.Typical tools might include ANSYS/FLUENT, ANSA, and/or Siemens CCM+.Must have a sincere interest in airplanes.Requires solid programming knowledge (C, C++, Fortran, preferably Matlab).Must have an understanding of engineering concepts, principles, and theory and experience demonstrating the application of those concepts.Must possess the ability to understand new concepts quickly and apply them accurately throughout an evolving environment.Requires a strong and respectful communicator with excellent interpersonal skills.Must be able to work both independently and on a team.Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD secret clearance is required.DESIRED SKILLSPrior experience with aircraft flight testing and knowledge of flight dynamics, flight data analysis and interpretation, and development of data analysis tools.Pilot's License.Salary: $81,080 - $141,650 Travel Percentage Required 0 - 25 Relocation Assistance Provided Provided US Citizenship Required? Yes Clearance Required? Desired Clearance Level Secret Workstyle HybridGeneral Atomics is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, religious creed, ancestry, gender, pregnancy, sex, sexual orientation, transitioning status, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, genetic information, military and veteran status, marital status, medical condition, mental disability, physical disability, or any other basis protected by local, state, or federal law. EEO is the law. We also prohibit compensation discrimination under all applicable laws. To learn more visit Notices.pdf. U.S. Citizenship is required for certain positions.