Aerodynamics Engineer

3w3 weeks ago

Vertical Aerospace

Bristol, GB · Full-time · £50,000 – £70,000

About this role

At Vertical Aerospace, we are pioneering electric aviation with the Valo eVTOL, a zero-emissions aircraft targeting airliner-level safety certification in 2028. The Aerodynamics team manages aerodynamics and aeroacoustics as part of Flight Physics, interfacing with every area. As an Aerodynamics Engineer, you support prototype and certification programs focused on propeller aerodynamic design, analysis, and testing.

You will produce, validate, and deliver high-quality aerodynamic data for airframe and propellers to cross-functional teams. Perform steady and unsteady CFD simulations to assess performance and behavior. Support experimental testing including wind tunnel campaigns and flight test activities.

Work closely with senior specialists and multidisciplinary teams to integrate propeller performance into system analyses. Investigate and resolve complex aerodynamic challenges related to propeller and airframe. Contribute to refining aerodynamic models and methodologies.

Growing quickly from prototype to scaling SME, Vertical offers a flexible, supportive environment for ingenuity and pace. Join a mission-driven team redefining aerospace best practices. Expect challenges that enable the best work of your career.

Requirements

Expertise in aerodynamic design, analysis, and testing of propellers
Proficiency in steady and unsteady CFD simulations for aircraft components
Experience planning, executing, and analyzing wind tunnel tests
Knowledge of aerodynamic modelling and methodology development
Ability to analyze flight test data for aerodynamics validation
Understanding of airframe-propeller aerodynamic interactions
Familiarity with aeroacoustics aspects in aircraft design

Responsibilities

Produce, validate, and deliver airframe and propeller aerodynamic data to cross-functional Integrated Product Teams
Support experimental testing, including planning, execution, and analysis of wind tunnel campaigns
Perform steady and unsteady CFD simulations to assess performance and aerodynamic behaviour
Contribute to the development and refinement of aerodynamic models and methodologies
Collaborate closely with multidisciplinary teams to ensure accurate integration of propeller performance into system-level analyses
Support Vertical’s flight test activities, including data analysis and interpretation
Investigate and resolve complex aerodynamic challenges related to propeller and airframe performance