Computational Fluid Dynamicist

Analytical Mechanics Associates, Inc.; Hampton (VA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching plan with immediate vesting

Tuition reimbursement

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Job summary

Analytical Mechanics Associates, Inc. is seeking a Computational Fluid Dynamicist to conduct advanced numerical simulations and develop vehicle designs at NASA Langley, VA. The ideal candidate will possess a Master's degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering, along with significant experience in computational fluid dynamics and familiarity with grid generation software.

This position provides a competitive salary along with various benefits including paid holidays, a 401(k) matching plan, and comprehensive health insurance.

Qualifications

• 2–5 years of work experience in computational fluid dynamics.
• Experience with commercial or government grid generation packages.
• Background with CAD software and high-speed wind-tunnel testing preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform three-dimensional numerical simulations of internal and external flows.
• Develop engine and vehicle designs for propulsion programs.
• Determine performance and operability for ramjet/scramjet programs.

Skills

Computational Fluid Dynamics

Numerical Simulations

Data Visualization Software

Grid Generation Software

CAD Software

Education

MS degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering

Tools

TECPLOT

Pointwise

VULCAN

Job description

Computational Fluid Dynamicist – NASA Langley, VA (CHARGE)

Responsibilities

• Perform three‑dimensional numerical simulations of internal and external flows with multi‑species finite‑rate chemistry and accompanying grid generation.
• Develop engine and vehicle designs, determine performance and operability for ramjet/scramjet propulsion programs using cycle to Navier‑Stokes codes.

Qualifications

• MS degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering.
• 2–5 years of work experience in computational fluid dynamics.
• Experience with commercial or government grid generation packages (e.g., Pointwise, Heldenmesh) and flow solvers (VULCAN, Loci/CHEM, FUN3D, USM3D, OVERFLOW, CFD++).
• Experience with data visualization software such as TECPLOT.
• Background with CAD software and interpretation of high‑speed wind‑tunnel testing is preferred.
• U.S. citizenship required; security clearance will be needed.

Benefits

• Competitive salary.
• Paid personal and federally recognized holiday leave.
• 401(k) matching plan with immediate vesting.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Short‑ and long‑term disability plans.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.

Equal Employment Opportunity

AMA is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any applicant for employment or employee because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic prohibited under federal, state, or local laws.