Principal Aeroacoustics & Aerodynamics Engineer

MagLev Aero; Woburn (MA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

MagLev Aero is seeking an exceptional Aeroacoustics & Aerodynamics Engineer to lead analysis and optimization of rim-driven electric and hybrid ducted fan propulsion systems. You will model performance, reduce noise, and iterate designs using CFD, CAA, and AI-driven tools.

You will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, validate simulations with tests, and push innovative concepts toward flight-ready solutions with independent ownership.

Qualifications

• Advanced degree in aerospace/mechanical engineering; PhD strongly preferred.
• Deep expertise in aerodynamics and aeroacoustics for propulsion systems.
• Strong CFD and computational modeling background.
• Experience predicting and reducing tonal and broadband noise.
• Ability to connect simulation with experimental data.
• Strong programming and engineering-analysis skills.
• Interest in applying AI, ML, optimization, and generative methods to aerospace design.
• Ability to operate independently and take technical ownership from concept through validation.

Responsibilities

• Lead aerodynamic and aeroacoustic analysis and optimization.
• Model and predict performance of rim-driven fan systems.
• Develop designs optimizing thrust, efficiency, noise, and weight.
• Apply CFD, reduced-order modeling, optimization, and other methods.
• Collaborate with MAGGIE and AI tools to accelerate design exploration.
• Develop and improve physics-based and data-driven models.
• Correlate analytical models with experimental data and define test requirements.
• Work with propulsion, electrical, mechanical, controls, and systems engineers.
• Translate unconventional ideas into manufacturable designs and capabilities.
• Serve as aeroacoustics authority as propulsion technology advances.

Skills

Aeroacoustics

Aerodynamics

CFD

Numerical modeling

Data analysis

AI in design

Independent work

Education

PhD preferred in Aerospace/Mechanical Eng

Advanced degree in related field

Tools

Python

MATLAB

ANSYS Fluent / CFD tools

Optimization libraries

Job description

Company Description

MagLev Aero is developing a new generation of rim-driven electric and hybrid ducted fan propulsion systems for advanced aviation. We are looking for an exceptional Aeroacoustics & Aerodynamics Engineer to help push the boundaries of aerodynamic performance, acoustic signature, efficiency, and electric propulsion.

Job Description

• Lead aerodynamic and aeroacoustic analysis and optimization of MagLev Aero’s rim-driven electric and hybrid ducted fan systems.
• Model and predict fan, rotor, duct, and integrated propulsion-system aerodynamic and acoustic performance.
• Develop designs that simultaneously optimize thrust, efficiency, noise, weight, and overall system performance.
• Apply CFD, computational aeroacoustics, reduced-order modeling, optimization, and other advanced simulation methods.
• Work with MAGGIE, MagLev Aero’s Multiphysics Aerospace Generative Graphical Inference Engine, and advanced AI tools to accelerate design exploration and optimization.
• Develop and improve physics-based and data-driven models used within MagLev’s multidisciplinary design environment.
• Correlate analytical and computational models with experimental and test data.
• Define test requirements and work with engineering teams to validate aerodynamic and acoustic performance.
• Collaborate closely with propulsion, electrical, mechanical, controls, motor, thermal, and systems engineers.
• Identify unconventional technical approaches and translate them into designs that can be built, tested, and ultimately commercialized.
• Serve as a technical authority in aerodynamics and aeroacoustics as MagLev advances its propulsion technology toward flight applications.

Qualifications

• Advanced degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Acoustics, or a closely related field. PhD strongly preferred.
• Deep expertise in aerodynamics and aeroacoustics, ideally involving propellers, fans, rotors, turbomachinery, ducted fans, eVTOL, or advanced propulsion systems.
• Strong background in CFD and computational modeling of complex aerodynamic systems.
• Experience predicting, analyzing, and reducing tonal and broadband aerodynamic noise.
• Understanding of rotor-stator interactions, blade aerodynamics, duct acoustics, flow-induced noise, and propulsion-system integration.
• Experience connecting simulation with physical testing and experimental data.
• Strong programming, numerical modeling, and engineering-analysis capabilities.
• Interest in applying AI, machine learning, optimization, and generative engineering methods to aerospace design.
• Ability to operate independently and take technical ownership from initial concept through analysis, testing, and design iteration.

Additional Information

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