Senior Applied Aerodynamics Eng

Leidos LLC; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 108,000 - 195,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and Wellness programs

Income Protection

Paid Leave

Retirement

Job summary

Leidos is seeking a Senior Applied Aerodynamics Engineer in Huntsville, AL. The role focuses on leading aerodynamic design trades, performance assessments, and high-fidelity characterizations for missile and aviation systems.

Requires a BS (ABET) with 8–12 years of aerospace aerodynamics experience or MS with 6–10 years, plus Python/Matlab expertise and strong communication skills. U.S. citizenship and DoD clearance eligibility are required.

Qualifications

• BS in Aerospace/Aeronautical Engineering from ABET-accredited institution, 8–12 years experience or MS with 6–10 years experience.
• Proficiency in Python or Matlab.
• Experience leading aerodynamic designs, characterizations, and flight performance evaluations.
• Strong oral and written communication skills with senior leadership briefing experience.
• Ability to lead, mentor, and collaborate in a multi-disciplinary design team.
• US citizen and ability to obtain DoD security clearance.
• Resident of North Alabama or willing to relocate to Huntsville, AL for on-site work.

Responsibilities

• Lead aerodynamic design trade studies and performance assessments.
• Oversee testing activities and development of high-fidelity aerodynamic characterizations for flight vehicles.
• Collaborate with a multi-disciplinary team to deliver mission-critical aerospace solutions.

Skills

Python

Matlab

Leadership

Communication

Teamwork

Education

BS in Aerospace/Aeronautical Eng

MS in Aerospace/Aeronautical Eng

Tools

CFD tools

Wind tunnel tests

Aero prediction tools

Job description

At Leidos, we deliver innovative solutions through the efforts of our diverse and talented people who are dedicated to our customers’ success. We empower our teams, contribute to our communities, and operate sustainable. Everything we do is built on a commitment to do the right thing for our customers, our people, and our community. Our Mission, Vision, and Values guide the way we do business. Your greatest work is ahead! Leidos’ Defense Sector - Kinetic Effects Business Area, has an opportunity for a Senior Applied Aerodynamics Engineer to work at our Huntsville, AL campus leading design and analysis of missile and aviation systems. Leidos Defense Sector provides a diverse portfolio of systems, solutions, and services covering land, sea, air, space, and cyberspace for customers worldwide. Solutions for Defense include enterprise and mission IT, large-scale intelligence systems, command and control, geospatial and data analytics, cybersecurity, logistics, training, and intelligence analysis and operations support. Our team is solving the world’s toughest security challenges for customers with “can’t fail” missions.

Primary Responsibilities

The Senior Applied Aerodynamics Engineer requires strong technical skills in applied aerodynamics. The candidate will possess expertise in the use of analytical and semi-empirical aerodynamic prediction tools to guide the design and analysis of flight vehicles. Responsibilities include leading aerodynamic design trade studies, performance assessments, testing activities, and the development of high-fidelity aerodynamic characterizations for flight vehicles.

Basic Qualifications

• The position requires a minimum of a BS degree in Aerospace / Aeronautical Engineering from an ABET-accredited institution and 8-12 years of industry experience in aerospace applied aerodynamics or a MS degree in Aerospace / Aeronautical Engineering and 6-10 years of industry experience in aerospace applied aerodynamics.
• Demonstrated capabilities in programming languages Python or Matlab.
• Demonstrated experience leading aerodynamic designs, aerodynamic characterizations, and flight performance evaluations.
• Must possess strong oral and written communication skills, with experience briefing technical content to leadership and customers.
• The ability to lead, mentor, and collaborate constructively within a multi-disciplinary design team.
• Must be a US citizen and possess the ability to obtain and maintain a DoW security clearance.
• The candidate must be a resident of the North Alabama area, or willing to relocate, to work on-site at the Huntsville, AL campus.

Preferred Qualifications

• It is preferred that the candidate possesses an MS degree in Aerospace / Aeronautical Engineering and 6-10 years of related aerodynamics experience.
• Expertise with industry-standard aerodynamic prediction tools and leading wind tunnel tests.
• Prior experience with Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) data generation and processing.

Original Posting: September 1, 2026 For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.

Pay Range: Pay Range $107,900.00 - $195,050.00 The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary.

Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.

Pay and Benefits

Pay and benefits are fundamental to any career decision. That's why we craft compensation packages that reflect the importance of the work we do for our customers.

• Employment benefits include competitive compensation, Health and Wellness programs, Income Protection, Paid Leave and Retirement.

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Commitment and Diversity

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Leidos will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws.