Computational Fluid Dynamics Applications Engineer

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Hampton, VAtime type:
Full time posted on:
Posted Todayjob requisition :
R-100501
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* Job Description:

**** Position Overview
** AMA is seeking an experienced Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) Applications Engineer to perform aerodynamic and aerothermodynamic analyses and simulations across a wide range of flight regimes in support of a NASA contract. The successful candidate will apply advanced CFD methodologies to analyze vehicle performance spanning low-speed commercial aircraft configurations through hypersonic re-entry conditions, contributing to the advancement of aerospace vehicle design and mission success.

Work will be performed in an office environment with access to high-performance computing resource. This position may require occasional travel to other NASA centers, research facilities, or technical conferences. Approximate salary range for this role is $84,000-$110,000 commensurate with education and experience.
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* Key Responsibilities:

*** Perform computational fluid dynamics simulations for aerospace vehicles operating across multiple speed regimes, including but not limited to:  + Low-speed commercial aircraft in landing configurations  + Transonic and supersonic flight conditions  + Hypersonic reentry of crew and cargo configurations
* Conduct steady Reynolds-Averaged Navier-Stokes (RANS) simulations to predict aerodynamic and aerothermodynamic performance, forces, moments, heat loads, and flow characteristics.
* Generate high-quality unstructured grids for complex vehicle geometries and perform either manual or automated grid adaptation.
* Analyze and interpret CFD results to provide engineering insights for vehicle design, performance optimization, and mission planning.
* Validate simulation results against other computational approaches, experimental data, and flight test measurements.
* Document analysis methodologies, simulation parameters, and results in technical reports and presentation.s
* Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams including aerodynamicists, aerothermodynamicists, aeroelasticians, and flight mechanics engineers.
* Support the development and implementation of best practices for CFD simulation workflows.
* Contribute to code verification and validation activities to ensure simulation accuracy and reliability.##
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* Required Qualifications:

*** Master’s degree in aerospace engineering, mechanical engineering, or closely related field; or 2+ years of relevant experience with a Bachelor's degree in aerospace engineering, mechanical engineering, or closely related field.
* 2 years of experience with steady RANS simulations.
* Demonstrated proficiency with industry-standard unstructured-grid CFD software packages (FUN3D, STAR-CCM+, ANSYS Fluent, or equivalent).
* Strong background in fluid dynamics, aerodynamics, and numerical methods.
* Experience with grid generation tools (unstructured and hybrid meshes)
* Proficiency in Linux/Unix environments and high-performance computing (HPC) systems.
* Experience analyzing flows across multiple Mach number regimes.
* Strong programming/scripting skills (Python, MATLAB, Fortran, C/C++, or similar).
* Ability to process and visualize large datasets (Tecplot, Para View, Field View, or equivalent).
* Excellent problem-solving and analytical capabilities
* Strong written and verbal communication skills
* Ability to work both independently and as part of a collaborative team
* Proven track record of technical documentation and reporting
* U.S. Citizenship or Permanent Residence##
** Desired

Qualifications:

*** Proficiency with the NASA-developed CFD code and automated grid refinement
* Experience with steady RANS simulations such as:
* Turbulence modeling (k-ε, k-ω, SST, Spalart-Allmaras, etc.)
* Compressible and in compressible flow solvers applied to subsonic through supersonic regimes
* High-lift aerodynamics and complex flow phenomena
* Experience with hypersonic flow physics, including:  + High-temperature gas effects  + Chemical non-equilibrium  + Radiation heat transfer  + Ablation modeling
* Familiarity with scale-resolving…