Combustion CFD Developer/Analyst

CFD Research Corporation; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

ESOP

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

Paid leave

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Bonuses

Job summary

CFD Research Corporation is seeking a CFD Developer/Analyst specializing in combustion to advance chemical kinetic modeling for large-scale CFD simulations. You will support the Aerospace and Defense Solutions Division on NASA and DoW programs, performing applied modeling and presenting results from reacting-flow analyses.

The role requires strong C++/Python skills, Cantera/Chemkin experience, and the ability to work both independently and in teams across multiple projects.

Qualifications

• MS/PhD in Aerospace, Mechanical, Chemical Engineering or similar.
• Experience simulating reacting flow with Cantera, Chemkin, or similar.
• 2+ years CFD model development or numerical methods (graduate work included).
• Strong analytical problem-solving and creative software design.

Responsibilities

• Develop and apply advanced chemical kinetic modeling for large-scale CFD simulations of combustion.
• Support R&D programs for NASA and DoW within the Aerospace and Defense Solutions Division.
• Analyze results from simulations and present findings.

Skills

C++

Python

Shell scripting

Cantera/Chemkin

CFD modeling

Git

Communication

Teamwork

US Citizenship

Education

MS/PhD in Aerospace/Mechanical/Chemical Engineering

Tools

ANSA

Pointwise

STAR-CCM+

ICEM CFD

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

Job Description:

CFD Research has an immediate opening for a talented Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) Developer/Analyst specializing in combustion. This individual will support the development of advanced chemical kinetic modeling approaches for large-scale CFD simulations of combustion applications. This individual will work as part of the Aerospace and Defense Solutions Division supporting R&D programs for NASA and DoW. Other responsibilities will include applied modeling and simulation of reacting flows, including analysis and presentation of results.

Basic Qualifications:

• MS/PhD degree in Aerospace, Mechanical, Chemical Engineering, or similar discipline.
• Experience simulating reacting flow with Cantera, Chemkin, or similar.
• 2 or more years of experience in development of CFD models or advanced numerical methods (graduate work included).
• Strong analytical problem-solving skills with the ability to devise creative software design solutions.
• Proficiency with C++, Python, and shell languages.
• Working knowledge of software development best practices, including version control via Git.
• Ability to work on multiple projects as needed.
• Ability to work independently and effectively in team environments.
• Good communication skills (verbal and written).
• Good proactive communication (oral, written, presentation), interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Ability to successfully complete assigned tasks with general supervision and oversight.
• Ambitious, hardworking, and driven towards continuous growth.
• Candidate must be a U.S. Citizen and meet eligibility to obtain/maintain a Security Clearance.

Desired Qualifications:

• Detailed knowledge of combustion modeling approaches for CFD applications, including implicit time integration, operator-splitting, mechanism reduction, and flamelet approaches.
• Familiarity with numerical optimization and calibration approaches, especially in regards to chemical mechanism development.
• Experience with advanced combustor concepts such as scramjets or rotating detonation engines.
• Knowledge of advanced fluid models, such as non-equilibrium thermochemistry for hypersonic flows or real fluid equations of state and sharp-interface methods for multi-phase flow.
• Familiarity with Finite-Volume and Discontinuous-Galerkin approaches.
• Experience with mesh generation software such as ANSA, Pointwise, STAR-CCM+, or ICEM CFD.

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