Aircraft Performance Engineer - Hybrid Role for Flight Efficiency

Placements24; Waukee (IA); Hybrid; USD 36,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plans

Professional development opportunities

Conference attendance

Hybrid work model

Job summary

The client is an aerospace engineering firm seeking an experienced Aircraft Performance Engineer to join their Paarl-based team. You will analyze flight data, develop performance models, and support flight operations and engineering with actionable recommendations.

The role blends on-site collaboration with remote data analysis. You will build and validate performance models, optimize fuel burn and flight parameters, and prepare reports.

Qualifications

• Master's degree or PhD in Aerospace Engineering with specialization in performance or aerodynamics.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in aircraft performance engineering or a closely related role.
• Strong theoretical knowledge of aerodynamics, thermodynamics, and flight mechanics.
• Proficiency with performance modeling software and data analysis tools.

Responsibilities

• Develop, validate, and refine aircraft performance models for various aircraft types.
• Analyze flight operational data to identify trends, inefficiencies, and areas for improvement.
• Calculate and optimize flight parameters such as fuel burn, climb rates, and cruise speeds.
• Develop flight planning tools and assist flight operations in creating optimal flight paths.
• Conduct performance testing and evaluation during flight tests.
• Collaborate with aerodynamics, propulsion, and systems engineers to ensure integrated performance solutions.
• Prepare detailed reports and presentations on aircraft performance findings and recommendations.
• Ensure adherence to aviation regulations and airworthiness standards related to aircraft performance.
• Troubleshoot performance-related issues encountered during flight operations.
• Stay abreast of the latest advancements in aircraft performance technology and methodologies.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

Master's or PhD in Aerospace Engineering

Tools

PROOSIS

FlightGear

MATLAB

Python

Job description

The client is an aerospace engineering firm seeking an experienced Aircraft Performance Engineer to join their Paarl-based team. You will analyze flight data, develop performance models, and support flight operations and engineering with actionable recommendations.

The role blends on-site collaboration with remote data analysis. You will build and validate performance models, optimize fuel burn and flight parameters, and prepare reports.