Aerodynamic and Acoustic Engineer

Position: Aerodynamic and Acoustic Engineer 1

Aerodynamic and Acoustic Engineer 1

Job details General information

Safran is an international high-technology group, operating in the aviation (propulsion, equipment and interiors), defense and space markets. Its core purpose is to contribute to a safer, more sustainable world, where air transport is more environmentally friendly, comfortable and accessible. Safran has a global presence, with 100,000 employees and sales of 27.3 billion euros in 2024, and holds, alone or in partnership, world or regional leadership positions in its core markets.

Safran is in the 2nd place in the aerospace and defense industry in TIME magazine's "World's best companies 2024" ranking.

As a worldwide leader in its sector, Safran Aero Boosters designs, develops and produces modules, equipment and test cells for aircraft and space engines. Based in Belgium, Safran Aero Boosters has two subsidiaries in the United States and employs 1,700 people.

Reference number

Domain

Research, design and development

Job field / Job profile

Architecture and systems engineering - Airworthiness

Job title

Aerodynamic and Acoustic Engineer 1

Employment type

Permanent

Professional category

Employees / Staff

Part time / Full time

Full-time

Job description

Summary:

Are you ready to be part of a team that drives big ideas and even bigger wins. At Safran, we believe in the power of both collaboration and individual contributions. We understand that it takes diverse perspectives, problem‑solving skills, dependability, and trust to push each other forward and achieve great success. For us, working here is more than just a job;

it is a passion. There is the unique opportunity to lead the way in aerospace and defense and contribute to creating a safer and more sustainable world.

Under the direction of the Director of Engineering, the Aerospace Engineer is responsible for planning, managing, and executing aerodynamic and acoustic analysis, design, and testing. The Aerospace Engineer will contribute to team efforts by supporting sales proposals through performance predictions and technical presentations along with planning and managing workload with Safran Aero Boosters.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Plan and manage Aero Acoustic Department workload in cooperation with Safran Aero Boosters
• Test Cell aerodynamic and acoustic design, analysis, and test
• CFD modeling and analysis (flow, thermal, acoustic)
• Practice and encourage a First-Time-Right approach for preparation of design deliverables, per approved budget/schedule
• Concept, design development and management for Safran Test Cells projects and R&D, including regular reporting and the development of the analytical work scope, estimated costs and schedules
• Support sales proposals with analysis, reports, performance predictions and technical presentations
• Maintain and improve Safran Test Cells Aerodynamic and Acoustic analysis tools
• Technical support for model and full-scale aerodynamic testing
• Domestic and international travel as required
• Other duties as assigned

Candidate skills & requirements

Education/

Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, or Aeronautical or related field, with 3+ years of related experience required
• CFD and FEA analysis experience
• Engineering project management experience

Qualifications:

• Highly organized, self-starter, team oriented
• Strong analytical skills, CFD, FEA, FMECA, risk assessment
• CAD and CAE; 3D Solid Modeling (Unigraphics NX preferred), Nastran FEA, MATLAB, Ansys and Fluent CFD proficiency
• Proficient with Microsoft Office - Word, Excel and Power Point
• Clear and effective written and oral communication

Annual salary

75,

Job location

North America, United States, Minnesota, Minneapolis

City (-ies)

651 Campus Drive, Suite 100, New Brighton, MN 55112

Applicant criteria

Minimum education level achieved:
Bachelor's Degree

Minimum experience level required:
More than 3 years

ITAR Controlled Position:
Yes

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