Engineer, Thermal Fluid Analysis

Otto Aerospace is building the next generation of business aircraft. Flight tests of our technology demonstrator validate dramatic reduction in fuel burn and allow a sizeable improvement in cabin comfort. Leveraging a combination of laminar flow aerodynamics and carbon‑fiber materials, Otto Aviation is designing world‑class aircraft that take advantage of first principles physics and deliver ground‑breaking performance.

Otto Aerospace is seeking a dynamic engineer to support thermal fluid analysis of aircraft subsystems, including Environmental Control Systems, Fuel system, Engine, Oxygen System, and Fire Protection, as well as thermal management of all aircraft compartments. You will join a team developing the world’s most efficient aircraft and work with first‑principles engineers that balance creativity with experience while working within an effective team atmosphere.

• Perform 1‑D analysis and computational fluid dynamics (CFD) analysis in support of aircraft subsystem integration, relating to fluid flow and heat transfer.
• Provide technical guidance for system owners on thermal science related activities, including support with system‑level test planning, execution, verification, data processing, and troubleshooting.
• Support development of engineering specifications and drawings.
• Prepare and/or review the thermal fluid content of certification compliance documents.

• B.S. in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering, or equivalent.

• 2‑5 years of experience performing thermodynamic, fluid mechanics, and/or heat‑transfer analysis related to commercial aircraft subsystems.
• Experience modeling fluid systems using MATLAB/Simulink/Simscape, Thermal Desktop, or STAR‑CCM+ software.
• Knowledge of environmental control systems common in modern Part 23 / Part 25 business aircraft, including application of fan and pump curves.
• Knowledge of FAR Part 23 / Part 25 certification requirements and processes relevant to propulsion and environmental control systems.
• Knowledge of industry standards and hands‑on experience.
• Proficiency with Dassault 3DX and/or CATIA V6 to interrogate both 3D and 2D data.

• Active listening.
• Critical thinking.
• Organization.
• Problem solving.
• Self‑motivation.
• Teamwork and team building.
• Strong business communication.

Remote with travel one week per month to our Ft Worth, TX location and willingness to relocate to our new headquarters in Jacksonville, FL within 12 months.

Competitive salaries, subsidized medical, dental, and vision coverage, 401(k) opportunities, paid short‑term disability, voluntary long‑term disability, term life, 15 paid days off, 13 paid holidays, and paid sick leave. Depending on seniority, roles may qualify for bonuses and stock options.

Otto Aerospace is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion in every aspect of our hiring process. All applicants will be considered for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the U.S.