Sr Staff Aerodynamics & Performance Engineer (R2586)
Shield AI’s mission is to protect service members and civilians with intelligent systems. Shield AI is a fast growing, venture-backed defense-technology company built around a team of proven executives, distinguished warfighters, and world-class AI engineers. Since 2018, Shield AI’s products and people have supported operations around the world with the US Department of Defense and our allies. Most recently, we acquired Heron Systems and Martin UAV as wholly owned subsidiaries of Shield AI. Join our team and shape the future of artificially intelligent systems.
The Aerodynamics and Performance team focuses on researching and developing state-of-the-art, high-performance vertical take-off and landing (VTOL) aircraft. As an aerodynamics engineer, you’ll work on an agile team grounded in first principles to push the boundaries of the state-of-the-art.
WHAT YOU'LL DO:
Perform aerodynamic characterization efforts utilizing Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) and experimental methodsEstablish automations and workflows for completing aerodynamic design and analysis tasksEstablish best practices and drive the state of the art for aerodynamic design and analysisSupport conceptual and preliminary design efforts of aircraft and componentsProgress infrastructure for databases, codes, and tools managementDrive and support wind tunnel, ground, and flight testingCollaborate closely with cross-functional and program-based teams REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Typically requires a minimum of 10 years of related experience with a Bachelor’s degreeProfessional experience related to aerodynamics, aircraft design, or aircraft performanceExperience partnering with a multidisciplinary engineering team, including mechanical, electrical, propulsion, software, and AI disciplinesExpert in aerodynamic fundamentals, CFD techniques, and wind tunnel testingExperience with aerodynamic tools and techniques, e.g. vortex-lattice, panel-method, Reynolds Averaged Navier Stokes CFD, etcExperience with Matlab or Python for data analysisFamiliarity with translating aerodynamic analyses into workable design solutions for flight vehiclesFamiliarity with lofting/surfacing tools in SolidWorks (or equivalent CAD software tools) for generating water-tight geometriesPassion for solving complex problems in a fast-moving environmentDemonstrated record of excellence, delivering exceptional results, strong communication skills, being a trustworthy teammate, and being kind to othersDemonstrated track record of assuming ownership PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Experience with Pointwise, Tecplot, commercial, and government CFD solversExperience with aeroacoustics analysisExperience with airfoil designExperience with wind tunnel testingExperience with aeroelasticity and flutter analysisProven background in thriving within fast-paced environments, particularly within startup or R&D settings Demonstrated adaptability, agility, and the ability to innovate under pressure to meet dynamic project demands and drive successful outcomes. #LE
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