CFD Division Lead: Fluid Dynamics & HPC Innovation

Penn State; State College (Centre County); On-site; USD 203,808 - 336,300; Full time

Job summary

Penn State University’s Applied Research Laboratory (ARL) seeks a Division Head for the Computational Fluid Dynamics division in State College, PA. The role leads ~15 engineers and faculty, directing CFD projects for DoD and industry sponsors with emphasis on leadership, tech strategy, and project execution.

The position requires a PhD or master’s with extensive CFD experience, strong management skills, and the ability to deliver cutting-edge solutions, including high-performance computing.

Qualifications

• Master's degree or higher in Engineering or Science with 10+ years of relevant CFD experience.
• Proven track record as a Principal Investigator in CFD with hydromechanics emphasis.
• Experience managing and mentoring technical staff and researchers.

Responsibilities

• Lead CFD division design and performance analyses using in-house and commercial CFD tools.
• Develop and mature business relationships with DoD and industry sponsors.
• Oversee personnel management, recruitment, and professional development.

Skills

CFD

Hydromechanics

Propulsion systems

Education

Master's degree or higher in Engineering or Science

Job description

Penn State University’s Applied Research Laboratory (ARL) seeks a Division Head for the Computational Fluid Dynamics division in State College, PA. The role leads ~15 engineers and faculty, directing CFD projects for DoD and industry sponsors with emphasis on leadership, tech strategy, and project execution.

The position requires a PhD or master’s with extensive CFD experience, strong management skills, and the ability to deliver cutting-edge solutions, including high-performance computing.