Lead Applied Aerodynamics Engineer for Flight Vehicles

Leidos; Huntsville (AL); Presencial; USD 131.000 - 237.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Leidos is seeking a Senior Applied Aerodynamics Engineer to lead design and analysis for missile and aviation systems at our Huntsville, AL campus. The role requires strong expertise in subsonic, supersonic, and hypersonic aerodynamics, plus leadership of trade studies and testing activities.

The candidate will develop analytical and semi-empirical methods, create high-fidelity characterizations, and mentor a multidisciplinary team. U.S.

Formación

• ABET-accredited aerospace degree required.
• 12+ years in applied aerodynamics or 10+ with master's.
• Experience leading aerodynamic design studies and evaluations.
• Proficiency with Python or MATLAB for analysis.
• Strong verbal and written communication to leadership and customers.
• Able to provide technical leadership and mentoring within a team.
• U.S. citizenship and ability to obtain DoW clearance.
• On-site work at Huntsville, AL; relocation may be needed.

Responsabilidades

• Lead aerodynamic design trade studies and performance assessments.
• Manage technical personnel, testing activities, and data analyses.
• Develop high-fidelity aerodynamic characterizations for flight vehicles.
• Present findings and recommendations to leadership and customers.

Conocimientos

Python

MATLAB

Communication

Technical leadership

Mentoring

Educación

Bachelor's in Aerospace/Aeronautical Engineering (ABET-accredited)

Master's in Aerospace/Aeronautical Engineering

Herramientas

CFD tools

Wind tunnel testing tools

Descripción del empleo

Leidos is seeking a Senior Applied Aerodynamics Engineer to lead design and analysis for missile and aviation systems at our Huntsville, AL campus. The role requires strong expertise in subsonic, supersonic, and hypersonic aerodynamics, plus leadership of trade studies and testing activities.

The candidate will develop analytical and semi-empirical methods, create high-fidelity characterizations, and mentor a multidisciplinary team. U.S.