Remote Rotorcraft Dynamics SME: Aeroelastic Analysis

CFD Research Corporation; Mountain View (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Employer matching 401(k)

Employee Stock Ownership Plan

Medical, vision, and dental insurance

Job summary

CFD Research Corporation is seeking a Dynamics Engineer to provide engineering and technical analysis for U.S. Army rotorcraft programs. This remote, part-time position focuses on rotorcraft dynamics, aeroelasticity, and system-level analysis. Candidates should hold a degree in Aerospace Engineering (B.S. with 5 years or M.S. with 3 years), with strong skills in dynamics modeling and analysis tools. Competitive benefits are offered, including a 401(k) match, insurance, and performance-based bonuses.

Qualifications

• B.S. with 5 years or M.S. with 3 years relevant experience or Ph.D. in Aerospace Engineering or equivalent.
• Experience in dynamics including aeroelastic and coupled aerodynamic-structural modeling.
• Strong background in aircraft structural dynamics and unsteady aerodynamics.

Responsibilities

• Apply and enhance rotorcraft analysis tools to assess rotorcraft dynamics.
• Use high-fidelity tools to complement analyses and support cross-validation.
• Develop and validate dynamic models to support acquisition decisions.

Skills

Aeroelastic modeling

Aircraft structural dynamics

Computational software

Unsteady aerodynamics

Education

B.S. in Aerospace Engineering

M.S. in Aerospace Engineering

Ph.D. in Aerospace Engineering

Tools

RCAS

CAMRAD II

CREATE-AV Helios

Job description

CFD Research Corporation is seeking a Dynamics Engineer to provide engineering and technical analysis for U.S. Army rotorcraft programs. This remote, part-time position focuses on rotorcraft dynamics, aeroelasticity, and system-level analysis. Candidates should hold a degree in Aerospace Engineering (B.S. with 5 years or M.S. with 3 years), with strong skills in dynamics modeling and analysis tools. Competitive benefits are offered, including a 401(k) match, insurance, and performance-based bonuses.