Aerospace CFD Engineer II: Aero-thermal & Trajectory

TSC; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 100,000 - 133,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual performance bonus

Equity or incentive compensation

401k plan

Flexible work schedules

Job summary

FALCATA is seeking an Aerospace Engineer to support work at the Naval Research Laboratory. The role involves advancing fluid dynamics simulations to characterize aerodynamic loads and aerothermal environments across a broad flight regime range.

Proficiency with CFD tools (Star‑CCM, CBAero, Cart3D, TAOS) and CAD software (Siemens NX, SolidWorks) is required, along with MATLAB data analysis and 6‑DOF trajectory integration. Security clearance and strong collaboration skills are essential.

Qualifications

• U.S. Citizenship and an active Secret clearance (TS/SCI preferred).
• Preferred 2 years of experience in aerospace engineering involving aerodynamic or aerothermal analysis.
• Working knowledge of CFD tools such as Star-CCM, CBAero, Cart3D, and TAOS.
• Experience developing trajectory modeling tools and integrating aerodynamic predictions into 6-DOF models.
• Proficiency with CAD software, such as Siemens NX Design or SolidWorks.
• Strong proficiency with data analysis tools such as MATLAB.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct advanced fluid dynamics simulations to characterize aerodynamic loads and aerothermal environments across flight regimes.
• Apply trajectory modeling tools and integrate aerodynamic predictions into 6-DOF models.
• Collaborate with teams to support Navy missions and project requirements.
• Utilize CAD tools for design reviews and interface with engineering teams.

Skills

Aero/aerothermal analysis

Trajectory modeling

Data analysis (MATLAB)

CAD software

Strong communication

Problem solving

Collaboration

Tools

STAR-CCM

CBAero

Cart3D

TAOS

Siemens NX Design

SolidWorks

Job description

FALCATA is seeking an Aerospace Engineer to support work at the Naval Research Laboratory. The role involves advancing fluid dynamics simulations to characterize aerodynamic loads and aerothermal environments across a broad flight regime range.

Proficiency with CFD tools (Star‑CCM, CBAero, Cart3D, TAOS) and CAD software (Siemens NX, SolidWorks) is required, along with MATLAB data analysis and 6‑DOF trajectory integration. Security clearance and strong collaboration skills are essential.