Entry-Level CFD Aerodynamics Engineer

Textron; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Day-one health benefits

Retirement plan

Tuition reimbursement

Flexible schedules

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Textron Aviation in Wichita, KS seeks an entry-level Aerodynamics CFD Engineer to contribute to aerodynamic analysis and development of aircraft using CFD, wind tunnel, and flight test data. You will work closely with cross-functional teams on design and certification activities.

The role emphasizes building foundational skills with mentorship, exposure across functions, and hands-on project work. Requirements include a BS in Aerospace Engineering and less than two years of related experience;

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Aerospace Engineering is required.
• Master of Science in Aerospace Engineering is preferred.
• Less than 2 years of professional experience in a relevant role.

Responsibilities

• The CFD tasks include internal and external aerodynamic analysis, aerodynamic design, prediction of aircraft loads, performance, and handling qualities.
• Develop design, analysis, and simulation models and tools using in-house, commercial, and NASA-developed computational tools as well as FORTRAN, MATLAB, C, Python and MATHCAD on LINUX workstations and PCs.
• Contribute to the development and certification of significant engineering projects.
• Participate in the entire development process, from early advanced design efforts to final certification activity.
• Collaborate with other engineering disciplines such as Advanced Design, Mass Properties, Flight Controls, Propulsion, Mechanical Systems, Engineering Flight Test, Stress, and Fatigue.
• Apply knowledge of 14 CFR Part 23 and Part 25 regulations to ensure all critical design and certification analyses have been performed.
• Document results in memos and certification reports for transmittal to internal customers and global certification authorities.

Skills

CFD grid generation

CFD for aerodynamic shape optimization

Linux

HPC

FORTRAN

Python

Team collaboration

Communication

Education

Bachelor of Science in Aerospace Engineering

Master of Science in Aerospace Engineering

Tools

MATLAB

MATHCAD

Linux

FORTRAN

Python

Job description

Textron Aviation in Wichita, KS seeks an entry-level Aerodynamics CFD Engineer to contribute to aerodynamic analysis and development of aircraft using CFD, wind tunnel, and flight test data. You will work closely with cross-functional teams on design and certification activities.

The role emphasizes building foundational skills with mentorship, exposure across functions, and hands-on project work. Requirements include a BS in Aerospace Engineering and less than two years of related experience;