Aerospace Engineer

CFD Research Corporation; Hollywood (AL); On-site; USD 75,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with match

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

Medical, vision, and dental insurance

Paid leave and parental leave

Long-term and short-term disability

Life insurance

Bonuses for exceptional performance

Job summary

CFD Research Corporation is seeking an experienced aerospace engineer to join our Engineering Test Center near Huntsville, AL. The role involves conceptual design, prototyping, and testing for Army, Air Force, and Navy programs, including hypersonic ground tests and propulsion hardware.

The candidate will work on a growing team with responsibilities spanning design to testing, with opportunities to contribute to state-of-the-art facilities at the Hollywood/AL location.

Qualifications

• US citizen and able to obtain/maintain a Secret clearance.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Aerospace Engineering with at least 5 years of relevant experience.
• Relevant coursework in fluid mechanics, compressible flow, propulsion, and aerodynamics.

Skills

US Citizenship

Security clearance eligibility

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Aerospace Engineering

Job description

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 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. Based in Huntsville, Alabama where laboratory facilities and headquarters are located, CFD Research also has office and laboratory facilities in Dayton, Ohio, prototyping test and evaluation facilities in Hollywood, Alabama, and office facilities in Fort Walton Beach, Florida. 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. Magazine’s Inc5000 as a top growing company for four of the last five years. Learn more at www.cfd-research.com

CFD Research Corporation is looking to add an experienced aerospace engineer to the team to support research and development (R&D) at our Engineering Test Center, located a short distance from our Headquarters in Huntsville, AL. The position is a new role that will work on a growing team of engineers and technicians and will encompass conceptual design, prototyping, and testing phases in support of Army, Air Force, and Navy programs. Programs span hypersonic ground test, propulsion, flight hardware, and more. To learn more about the Hollywood Engineering Test Center capabilities and state-of-the-art equipment, please visit the facility’s home page: https://www.cfd-research.com/hollywood/

Basic Qualifications:

• Candidate must be a US Citizen and meet eligibility to obtain (and maintain) a Secret Clearance
• Position requires a Bachelor’s Degree in Aerospace Engineering (or similar STEM discipline) and at least 5 years of relevant experience
• Relevant coursework in fluid mechanics, compressible flow, propulsion, and aerodynamics

Desired Qualifications:

• Master’s Degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering (or similar STEM discipline)
• Familiarity with AS9100 process
• Experience developing prototype hardware
• Experience with CNC machinery, instrumentation, testing, and fabrication tools/processes

Location: This ind__ividual will work onsite in Hollywood, AL.

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. Performance appraisals occur twice a year and annual pay increases are based upon corporate goals, personal development, performance, and outstanding achievements. In addition, group and individual bonuses are awarded for exceptional performance.

_ CFD Research is an EO employer - Veterans/Disabled and other protected categories _