Senior Applied Aerodynamics Engineer

AL TARIQ; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 320,000 - 520,000; Full time

Job summary

ADASI in Abu Dhabi is seeking a seasoned Applied Aerodynamics Engineer to lead aerodynamic analysis and CFD activities across aircraft programs. You will apply subsonic to hypersonic concepts, develop aerodynamic databases, and collaborate with design teams to optimize performance and safety.

The role requires a Master/PhD preferred and over 10 years experience in aerospace, with strong Python/MATLAB/C/C++ skills, wind-tunnel planning, and substantiation reporting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in related aerospace field.
• Master’s or PhD preferred in aero CFD or design.
• 10+ years in aerospace or applied-fluid-dynamics experience.
• Applied aerodynamic analysis for complete aircraft or major components.
• Strong knowledge of subsonic to hypersonic aerodynamics.

Responsibilities

• Lead aerodynamic analysis across programs and optimize performance.
• Develop aerodynamic databases and support design trades.
• Coordinate wind-tunnel tests and interpret results.

Skills

Aerospace engineering

Applied Aerodynamics

CFD tools

Python

MATLAB

C/C++

Wind tunnel testing

Aircraft design

Multidisciplinary design

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Aerospace, Aeronautical, Mechanical, Applied Mathematics, Physics, Computational Engineering, or related

Master's degree or PhD preferred in Aerodynamics, CFD, Aircraft Design, Experimental Aerodynamics or related field

Tools

CAD

Meshing

Scripting

Optimization frameworks

Job description

ADASI in Abu Dhabi is seeking a seasoned Applied Aerodynamics Engineer to lead aerodynamic analysis and CFD activities across aircraft programs. You will apply subsonic to hypersonic concepts, develop aerodynamic databases, and collaborate with design teams to optimize performance and safety.

The role requires a Master/PhD preferred and over 10 years experience in aerospace, with strong Python/MATLAB/C/C++ skills, wind-tunnel planning, and substantiation reporting.