Applied Aerodynamics Engineer — Flight Vehicle Design & Analysis

Leidos Inc; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 126,000; Full time

Job summary

Leidos Inc. in Huntsville, AL is seeking an Applied Aerodynamics Engineer to support the design and analysis of missile and aviation systems at our Huntsville campus.

You will apply aerodynamic tools to flight vehicle design, conduct trade studies, performance assessments and develop high-fidelity characterizations. Ideal candidates hold an MS in Aerospace/Aeronautical Engineering with hands-on Python or Matlab, strong communication, and a collaborative mindset.

Qualifications

• MS degree in Aerospace / Aeronautical Engineering.
• Experience using Python or Matlab for aerospace applied aerodynamics.
• Strong oral and written communication skills and multi-disciplinary collaboration.
• US citizenship and eligibility to obtain DoD security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Apply analytical and semi-empirical aerodynamic prediction tools to design and analysis of flight vehicles.
• Support aerodynamic design trade studies, performance assessments, testing, and high-fidelity characterizations.

Skills

Communication

Collaboration

Willingness to learn

Education

MS degree in Aerospace / Aeronautical Engineering

Tools

Python

Matlab

Job description

Leidos Inc. in Huntsville, AL is seeking an Applied Aerodynamics Engineer to support the design and analysis of missile and aviation systems at our Huntsville campus.

You will apply aerodynamic tools to flight vehicle design, conduct trade studies, performance assessments and develop high-fidelity characterizations. Ideal candidates hold an MS in Aerospace/Aeronautical Engineering with hands-on Python or Matlab, strong communication, and a collaborative mindset.