Aerodynamics Engineer; Aerodynamic Analysis

Aerodynamics Engineer (Aerodynamic Analysis) at Boeing summary:

The Aerodynamics Engineer at Boeing leads aerodynamic design, performance analysis, and database development for tactical aircraft, including wind tunnel testing and simulation integration. The role requires extensive experience in aero-performance, vehicle optimization, and use of simulation tools such as 6-DOF. Candidates must hold a relevant engineering degree, have security clearance eligibility, and demonstrate strong technical and communication skills.

Job Description

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Boeing is looking for an Experienced/Senior
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, conceptual aircraft design optimization, aero-performance analysis, aerodynamic database development, and wind tunnel testing.

Position Responsibilities:

• Aero-performance analysis of tactical aircraft configurations

• Aerodynamic design and analysis of flight vehicles

• 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 degree-of-freedom (6-DOF) simulation tools

• Lead trade studies, design space explorations, and vehicle optimization studies

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):

• Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology (including Manufacturing Technology), Computer Science, Data Science, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry or non-US equivalent qualifications directly related to the work statement

• 5 or more years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of technical education and experience

• 4+ 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 in performing trade studies and vehicle design optimization

• Experience conducting wind tunnel testing

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

• Active Secret clearance

• Level 4: 9 or more years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of technical education and experience

• Domain knowledge of fixed-wing tactical aircraft programs

• Knowledge of aerodynamic analysis principles, processes, methods, and tools for flight vehicles and their components, including company and industry standards and practices

• Experience with aerodynamic database development

• Experience with 6 degrees of freedom (6-DOF) simulation tools

• Experience with Multidisciplinary Design, Analysis, and Optimization (MDAO)

• Experience with Uncertainty Quantification (UQ) and Design Under Uncertainty (DUU)

• Proficiency in various computer programming languages (e.g., Python, FORTRAN, Matlab, C, C++)

• Listens effectively; demonstrates understanding; clarifies meaning for others; speaks and writes with clarity and precision; able to communicate with a diverse audience

• Works well both independently and in a team environment

Drug Free Workplace:

Boeing is a Drug Free Workplace where post offer applicants and employees are subject to testing for marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines, PCP, and alcohol when criteria is met as outlined in our policies.

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