CFD Division Lead – Hydrodynamics & HPC

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

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition discount 75%

Job summary

The Pennsylvania State University seeks a Division Head for the CFD Division of ARL's Fluid Dynamics and Acoustics Office. You will lead ~15 engineers and faculty, directing CFD efforts across multi-physics and high‑performance computing, including code development and validation for DoD and industry sponsors.

Requirements include a Master's or higher in engineering/science, a strong PI history, and proven leadership and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Master's degree or higher in engineering or science with 19+ years of related experience.
• Proven PI track record in this field.
• Strong CFD research in hydromechanics, hydroacoustics, propulsion or related areas.
• Experience supervising staff and managing teams.
• Excellent written and verbal communication; prior white papers/reports.
• Eligibility for access to classified information at Top Secret level.

Responsibilities

• Lead design and performance analyses using CFD tools for diverse applications including undersea vehicles and propulsion.
• Advance CFD methodologies including code development, verification/validation, and HPC optimization.
• Provide technical oversight of complex simulations and cross‑organisational collaboration.
• Provide organizational leadership: recruitment, development and retention of CFD staff.

Skills

CFD expertise

Leadership

Verbal & written communication

Project management

Education

Master's degree or higher in Engineering or Science

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or Science

Tools

STAR-CCM+

Job description

The Pennsylvania State University seeks a Division Head for the CFD Division of ARL's Fluid Dynamics and Acoustics Office. You will lead ~15 engineers and faculty, directing CFD efforts across multi-physics and high‑performance computing, including code development and validation for DoD and industry sponsors.

Requirements include a Master's or higher in engineering/science, a strong PI history, and proven leadership and communication skills.