Senior Aerodynamic & Thermodynamic Design Engineer

Jobtailor; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor is seeking a highly skilled aerospace engineer in Phoenix, AZ to perform aerodynamic and thermodynamic analyses using 1D and 3D methods. You will design turbine engine components and leverage CFD/HT analyses with NX CAD tools to develop and test performance.

The role requires a MS in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering, a BS in a technical field, and 5 years of experience in product design and development. Strong communication in English and U.S. work authorization are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a technical discipline (sciences, technology, engineering, or mathematics).
• MS in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering.
• 5 years’ experience in a technical discipline (including graduate studies).
• Demonstrated experience with product design and development.
• US Citizenship or lawful permanent resident due to export control restrictions.
• Strong fundamentals in aerodynamics, heat transfer, thermodynamics and CFD.
• Experience with CFD, preferably StarCCM+, Fluent, or CFX.
• Proficiency in MATLAB programming.
• Demonstrated MS Office proficiency.
• Good knowledge of the aerospace industry.
• Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States full-time.
• Candidate must be a U.S. Person or have export authorization ability.

Responsibilities

• Perform aerodynamic and thermodynamic analyses using 1D and 3D methods.
• Design gas turbine engine inlet, exhaust, nacelle, compartment and duct systems.
• Use CFD and CHT analyses in design work.
• Conduct aerodynamic and thermodynamic testing.
• Prepare test plans, data reports, and post-process results.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive innovation.
• Report to Engineering Manager.

Skills

Aerodynamics

CFD knowledge

MATLAB

Data post-processing

Technical reporting

Instrumentation spec

Collaboration

Technical presentation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in technical field

MS in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering

Tools

NX Software

CFD Tools

MS Office

Job description

Jobtailor is seeking a highly skilled aerospace engineer in Phoenix, AZ to perform aerodynamic and thermodynamic analyses using 1D and 3D methods. You will design turbine engine components and leverage CFD/HT analyses with NX CAD tools to develop and test performance.

The role requires a MS in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering, a BS in a technical field, and 5 years of experience in product design and development. Strong communication in English and U.S. work authorization are essential.