Aerodynamics Engineer

2w2 weeks ago

Hermeus

Los Angeles, US · Full-time · $130,000 – $170,000

About this role

Hermeus is a high-speed aircraft manufacturer focused on the rapid design, build, and test of high-Mach and hypersonic aircraft for the national interest. Working directly with the Department of Defense, Hermeus delivers capabilities that ensure our nation and allies maintain an asymmetric advantage. An exceptional Aerodynamics Engineer will contribute to the design and analysis of high supersonic vehicles.

You will develop advanced aerodynamic solutions ensuring optimal performance, stability, and efficiency during high-speed flight. This involves conducting CFD simulations, optimizing vehicle configurations for hypersonic travel, and validating predictions through wind tunnel testing. Daily work centers on refining designs for supersonic to hypersonic vehicles.

Join a dynamic multidisciplinary team in an iterative development pace not seen since the 60s. Collaborate closely with other engineering disciplines to integrate aerodynamic designs into overall vehicle performance. The environment emphasizes rapid innovation for groundbreaking aerospace solutions.

Play a crucial role in creating capabilities that provide strategic advantages over adversaries. Contribute to experimental programs and innovative solutions in high-speed aerodynamics. Advance national interests through cutting-edge hypersonic technology development.

Requirements

2+ years of relevant experience in aerodynamics and aerospace engineering
Proficiency in computational fluid dynamics (CFD) software and tools
Strong understanding of aerodynamics principles and concepts
Familiarity with aerodynamic design and analysis techniques for high-speed flight
Solid programming skills (Python, MATLAB, etc.) for data analysis and modeling
Knowledge of wind tunnel testing and experimental data analysis
Previous experience in experimental programs
U.S. person as defined by 22 C.F.R. § 120.62 or eligible for deemed export licensing

Responsibilities

Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to develop and refine aerodynamic designs for supersonic to hypersonic vehicles
Conduct computational fluid dynamics (CFD) simulations and analyses to assess aerodynamic performance and behavior
Design, optimize, and evaluate vehicle configurations for high-speed flight and hypersonic travel
Contribute to wind tunnel testing and experimental data analysis to validate CFD predictions
Participate in the development and implementation of innovative aerodynamic solutions
Work closely with other engineering disciplines to ensure integrated vehicle design and performance