Head of Computational Fluid Dynamics

Penn State; State College (Centre County); Hybrid; USD 170,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

75% tuition discount

Job summary

Penn State University’s Applied Research Laboratory in State College seeks a Division Head for the Computational Fluid Dynamics division. This leadership role oversees a team of engineers and research faculty, guiding CFD research, code development, V&V, and multi-physics applications for DoD and industry sponsors.

The role requires a strong track record in CFD, prior PI experience, and superb leadership and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Master's degree or higher in Engineering or Science plus 10 years of related experience.
• Past success as a Principal Investigator in CFD research.
• Strong research track record in CFD with hydromechanics, hydroacoustics, maneuvering and controls, propulsion.
• Experience managing people with supervisory responsibilities.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; history of white papers/reports.

Responsibilities

• Lead and perform design and performance analyses using CFD for a broad range of applications.
• Lead technical developments and improvements in CFD tools, methods, and HPC adaptations.
• Provide technical oversight of complex simulations and cross-organizational coordination.
• Handle organizational leadership including recruitment, development, and retention of CFD staff.

Skills

Leadership

Communication skills

Computational fluid dynamics

Team management

Clearance eligibility (Top Secret)

Education

Master's degree or higher in engineering/science

Tools

STAR-CCM+

Job description

Penn State University’s Applied Research Laboratory in State College seeks a Division Head for the Computational Fluid Dynamics division. This leadership role oversees a team of engineers and research faculty, guiding CFD research, code development, V&V, and multi-physics applications for DoD and industry sponsors.

The role requires a strong track record in CFD, prior PI experience, and superb leadership and communication skills.