Aerodynamics Engineer (Experienced or Senior)

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Job summary

A leading aerospace company is seeking an experienced Aerodynamics Engineer for their projects in Berkeley, MO. The ideal candidate will perform aerodynamic design, analysis, and testing, with requirements including a Bachelor's degree in engineering and several years of related experience. Relocation assistance is available for eligible candidates.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or relevant field required.
• 5+ years of engineering experience for Level 3, 9+ years for Level 4.
• 3+ years of experience in Aerodynamics or Aero-Performance.

Responsibilities

• Conduct aero-performance analysis of tactical aircraft configurations.
• Plan and execute wind tunnel tests, analyze data and document results.
• Develop aerodynamic databases and integrate into simulation tools.

Skills

Aerodynamics

Aero-Performance analysis

Wind tunnel testing

Data analysis

Model integration

Education

Bachelor of Science degree in engineering

Job description

Overview

At Boeing, we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. We’re committed to fostering an environment for every teammate that’s welcoming, respectful and inclusive, with great opportunity for professional growth. Find your future with us.

Boeing Defense, Space & Security (BDS) is looking for an Aerodynamics Engineer to support BDS Phantom Works projects in Berkeley, MO. The position encompasses a wide range of leadership and execution responsibilities, including aerodynamic design, aero-performance analysis, aerodynamic database development, wind tunnel testing, and flight testing.

Our teams are currently hiring for a broad range of experience levels including; Experienced and Senior Level Aerodynamics Engineer.

Responsibilities

• Aero-performance analysis of tactical aircraft configurations
• Wind tunnel test planning, execution, data analysis, and post-test documentation
• Aerodynamic database development from wind tunnel, CFD, and flight test data
• Aerodynamic database integration into 6 degrees of freedom (6-DOF) simulation tools
• Flight test planning, execution, and data analysis
• Uncertainty Quantification (UQ) and analysis of aerodynamic data from wind tunnel, flight test, CFD, and empirical analysis codes
• Integration of analysis codes and models within a Digital Engineering architecture

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience)

• Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited course of study in engineering, engineering technology (includes manufacturing engineering technology), chemistry, physics, mathematics, data science, or computer science
• (Level 3) 5+ years of work related engineering experience with a Bachelor’s or 3+ years of work related engineering experience with a Master’s or work related engineering experience with a PhD
• (Level 4) 9+ years of work related engineering experience with a Bachelor’s or 7+ years of work related engineering experience with a Master’s or 4+ years of work related engineering experience with a PhD
• 3+ years of experience in Aerodynamics and/or Aero-Performance
• Understanding of what aerodynamic, propulsion, or other factors impact vehicle performance, and how they can be used to optimize performance
• Understanding of how the vehicle size is driven by performance and requirements
• Experience conducting wind tunnel testing

Relocation: This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility. Note: Basic relocation will be offered for eligible internal candidates.

Travel: Travel may be required up to 10% of the time; Domestically depending on business needs.

Security Clearance: This position requires an active U.S. Secret Security Clearance (U.S. Citizenship Required). (A U.S. Security Clearance that has been active in the past 24 months is considered active)

Ability to obtain and maintain Special Access Program (SAP) clearance

Export Control Requirements: This position must meet export control compliance requirements. To meet export control compliance requirements, a “U.S. Person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. §120.15 is required. “U.S. Person” includes U.S. , lawful permanent , refugee, or asylee.

Export Control Details: US based job, US Person required

Education

Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent Required

Visa Sponsorship: Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.

Shift: This position is for 1st shift

Contingent Upon Program Reward: The position is contingent upon program award

Equal Opportunity Employer: Boeing is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to sex, race, color, national origin, religion, disability, veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.