Senior CFD Engineer — eVTOL Aerodynamics & Optimization

Archer; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 141,000 - 176,000; Full time

Job summary

Archer is an aerospace company based in San Jose, California, building an all-electric vertical takeoff and landing aircraft to enable sustainable urban air mobility. We design, manufacture and operate a four-passenger eVTOL with minimal noise.

We seek an experienced aerodynamicist to lead CFD modeling and shape optimization, spanning from conceptual design to certification. Strong Python, CFD, and HPC skills are essential for success in our fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• BS/ MS/ PhD in Aeronautics Engineering or related fields.
• 8+ years with BS, 6+ years with MS, or 4 years with PhD modeling rotorcraft/aero CFD.
• Strong understanding of fixed-wing and rotorcraft aerodynamics.
• Strong CFD and fluid mechanics background.
• Experience in aerodynamic design and shape optimization.
• Experience with surface parametrization and optimization.
• Experience in modeling turbulent flows and unsteady phenomena.
• Experience with steady and unsteady RANS.
• Experience with NASA Overflow CFD software required.
• Proficiency in 3D CAD modelling (NX preferred).
• Proficiency in Python; Fortran is a plus.
• Familiarity with Git and software development practices.
• Knowledge of HPC hardware/software.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Experience in a fast-paced design environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform aerodynamic design and CFD simulations of Archer eVTOL aircraft.
• Run aerodynamic shape optimizations of components of Archer vehicles.
• Develop and maintain high-fidelity models of Archer eVTOL aircraft.
• Loft high quality surfaces for OML definition.
• Correlate and validate CFD results with flight test data and wind tunnel experiments.
• Support vehicle aerodynamic design through all phases of the project, from conceptual design to certification.

Skills

CFD simulation

Python programming

Fortran programming

NX CAD

NASA Overflow

Chimera grid tools

PointWise

Git version control

HPC knowledge

Unsteady RANS

Education

Aeronautics Engineering degree (BS/MS/PhD)

Tools

NX CAD software

NASA Overflow CFD

PointWise meshing tool

Chimera grid tools

Job description

Archer is an aerospace company based in San Jose, California, building an all-electric vertical takeoff and landing aircraft to enable sustainable urban air mobility. We design, manufacture and operate a four-passenger eVTOL with minimal noise.

We seek an experienced aerodynamicist to lead CFD modeling and shape optimization, spanning from conceptual design to certification. Strong Python, CFD, and HPC skills are essential for success in our fast-paced environment.