Aerodynamics Engineer - Senior Level

Overview

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This position is located in the Motorsports NASCAR Program at the Huntersville, NC Pratt Miller location and may include travel for track testing and race attendance as needed.

• Lead interface between Pratt Miller aerodynamics department and supported NASCAR race teams to develop and communicate aero targets, performance and development needs (including toolset improvements).
• Support the development of targets and integration of aerodynamics into broader vehicle for system performance optimization (e.g., ensuring the proper implementation of aerodynamic models into full vehicle simulations).
• Organize wind tunnel and track test planning, coordination, execution and analysis to ensure successful tests.
• Work with Aerodynamic Specification Lead to:
• Incorporate developments into actionable team vehicle builds and confirm proper maintenance of body build specifications with built-in test traceability.
• Maintain and confirm aerodynamic specifications of full-scale test assets (including wind tunnel and track test vehicles).
• Develop, communicate, and implement aerodynamic instrumentation needs for wind tunnel and track testing.
• Focus on the real-world aerodynamic performance of the race vehicles through correlation efforts to improve CFD, wind tunnel simulations and aerodynamic models.
• Perform aerodynamic and thermal analyses using a variety of tools (empirical and numerical) and synthesize alternatives.
• Report and communicate findings to customers in a clear, concise and timely manner.
• Develop concepts and aero surfaces for CFD, wind tunnel and track testing.
• Collaborate with Pratt Miller manufacturing, model making, electronics, software, and race operations groups to complete projects to a high standard.

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering required; advanced degree preferred.
• Minimum of 6 years professional motor sport or automotive aerodynamics experience.
• Wind tunnel test planning, execution, and data analysis experience required.
• Conceptual and technical understanding of motorsports aerodynamics with ability to develop from first principles.
• Experience in CAD surfacing design, preferably Catia Generative Shape Design.
• Ability to develop hardware and/or software tools to expand current capabilities in correlation and flow field understanding.
• Ability to work with a team of wind tunnel specialists and pass down learned skills and knowledge; ability to work independently with little direction.
• Strong communication skills and ability to produce concise and effective documentation.

• Ability to perform in a dynamic, fast-paced, professional team environment.
• Effective time management and multi-platform communication (Teams, email, text, phone).
• Reliable attendance and adherence to work schedule; may require travel for wind tunnel tests, track events, and meetings.

• Hands-on skills and willingness to fit test parts in shop or at wind tunnel as needed.
• Ability to move boxes and parts up to 50 lbs.

• Day shift with typical start time 7:00 AM – 9:00 AM; must be flexible to accommodate deadlines, including occasional weekends.
• Occasional off-hour and weekend wind tunnel shifts when required.

• Pay range: $89,500.00 – $.
• Details on compensation reflect minimum and maximum target pay across all U.S. locations; final pay determined by experience, responsibilities, and skills. Oshkosh prioritizes a people-first culture and offers a comprehensive rewards package.

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