Flight Sciences Engineer

PDS Tech Commercial; Englewood (CO); On-site; USD 68,000 - 97,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life insurance

401K plan

Paid sick leave

Job summary

PDS Tech Commercial is seeking a Flight Sciences Engineer to join its aerospace team in Englewood, CO. You will lead the design, analysis, and development of advanced aerospace systems, applying CFD methods to optimize performance and guide technical decisions.

The role demands a Bachelor’s in Aerospace Engineering, 6+ years of experience, strong leadership, and proven ability to work across multidisciplinary teams. ITAR/EAR considerations and competitive benefits are part of this opportunity.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Aerospace Engineering or a related field.
• 6+ years of aerospace engineering experience.
• Advanced engineering principles and practices.
• Experience using CAE tools.
• CFD methodologies knowledge.
• Experience with multidisciplinary design teams.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to lead projects and initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Lead design and development of advanced aerospace systems.
• Conduct analyses, simulations, and testing activities.
• Apply CFD methodologies to support product development.
• Review and maintain engineering documentation and reports.
• Lead design reviews and ensure standards compliance.
• Manage project schedules, resources and deliverables.
• Mentor junior engineers and cross-functional team members.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to achieve program objectives.
• Support aerodynamic analysis and flight performance studies.
• Contribute to innovations improving aircraft performance and reliability.

Skills

Aerospace engineering

Engineering leadership

CFD

CAE tools

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Aerospace Engineering

Tools

StarCCM

CFD software

CAE tools

Job description

Engineer the Future of Flight

Flight Sciences Engineer

PDS Tech Commercial | Partnering with a Leader in the Aviation & Aerospace Industry

Location: Englewood, CO 80112

Pay Rate: $60.02 per hour

Turn Bold Aerospace Ideas into Reality

Do you thrive on solving complex engineering challenges and bringing innovative concepts to life? PDS Tech Commercial is seeking an experienced Flight Sciences Engineer to join a cutting-edge aerospace team developing advanced aircraft and aerospace systems.

In this high-impact role, you'll lead critical engineering initiatives, perform sophisticated analyses, guide technical decisions, and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to develop next-generation aerospace technologies. If you're passionate about aerodynamics, flight mechanics, advanced simulations, and engineering excellence, this is an opportunity to help shape the future of aviation.

What You'll Do

As a Flight Sciences Engineer , you'll serve as a technical leader driving the design, analysis, and development of advanced aerospace systems and components.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design and development of advanced aerospace and aircraft systems.

• Conduct, oversee, and evaluate engineering analyses, simulations, and testing activities.

• Apply Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) methodologies to support product development and performance optimization.

• Review, approve, and maintain technical documentation, engineering reports, and design packages.

• Lead engineering design reviews and ensure adherence to industry standards and best practices.

• Manage technical project schedules, resources, and deliverables.

• Provide mentorship and technical guidance to junior engineers and cross-functional team members.

• Collaborate with internal stakeholders, customers, and external partners to achieve program objectives.

• Support aerodynamic analysis, flight performance studies, and system integration activities.

• Contribute to innovative solutions that improve aircraft performance, safety, and reliability.

Required Qualifications

Must-Have Skills & Experience

• Bachelor's Degree in Aerospace Engineering or a related engineering discipline.

• 6+ years of relevant aerospace engineering experience.

• Advanced understanding of engineering principles and practices.

• Experience utilizing Computer-Aided Engineering (CAE) tools.

• Knowledge and application of Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) methodologies.

• Experience working within multidisciplinary design and development teams.

• Strong communication, analytical, and technical problem-solving skills.

• Ability to effectively lead engineering projects and technical initiatives.

Required Technical Competencies

• Engineering Principles and Practices

• Computer-Aided Engineering Tools

• Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD)

• Multi-Disciplinary Design and Development

• CFD Tools such as StarCCM Preferred Qualifications

Standout candidates may also possess experience with:

• Master's Degree or Ph.D. in Aerospace Engineering or a related field.

• Computational Fluid Dynamics using StarCCM+ or similar tools.

• Aircraft aerodynamic database development.

• Heat transfer analysis.

• Aircraft component load analysis.

• Aircraft performance analysis.

• Wind tunnel testing and aircraft flight testing.

• Aircraft static stability analysis.

• Store separation analysis.

• Six Degrees of Freedom (6DOF) analysis.

• High-performance computing environments.

• Linux-based engineering platforms.

• Aerospace and Defense industry programs.

• Parametric design methodologies.

• Model-Based Definition (MBD).

• Fundamentals of flight mechanics.

• Advanced technical leadership within complex engineering organizations.

Why Join Us?

At PDS Tech Commercial, we connect talented engineering professionals with opportunities that drive innovation and transform industries. This role offers the chance to work on meaningful aerospace programs where your expertise directly influences the development of advanced flight technologies.

What You'll Gain

• Opportunity to work with an industry-leading aerospace organization

• Exposure to innovative technologies and advanced engineering challenges

• Collaborative environment that values technical excellence and innovation

• Opportunities to lead critical projects and mentor future engineering talent

• Experience working alongside highly skilled aerospace professionals

• Career-enhancing work on next-generation aerospace systems and solutions

Whether you're optimizing aircraft performance, leading aerodynamic analyses, or advancing groundbreaking aerospace technologies, your work will help shape what's possible in the skies and beyond.

This position requires use of information or access to facilities subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or Export Administration Regulations (EAR). These regulations may limit access of controlled technologies: 1) to U.S. Persons, including U.S. Citizens, lawful permanent residents, and other narrow categories including refugees and asylees, or 2) to certain foreign nationals that have received an export license.

Pay Details: $60.02 per hour

• medical
• dental
• vision
• life insurance
• short-term disability
• additional voluntary benefits
• EAP program
• commuter benefits
• 401K plan
• Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Military connected talent encouraged to apply

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