Aerodynamics Engineer (Aerodynamic Analysis)

3w3 weeks ago

Boeing

Berkeley, US · Full-time · $107,100 – $174,800

About this role

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. These include aerodynamic design, conceptual aircraft design optimization, aero-performance analysis, aerodynamic database development, and wind tunnel testing.

Daily work involves aero-performance analysis of tactical aircraft configurations and aerodynamic design and analysis of flight vehicles. Engineers plan, execute, analyze data from, and document wind tunnel tests. They also develop aerodynamic databases from wind tunnel, CFD, and flight test data.

The role requires integration of aerodynamic databases into 6 degree-of-freedom (6-DOF) simulation tools. Professionals lead trade studies, design space explorations, and vehicle optimization studies. This supports advanced Phantom Works initiatives in a collaborative engineering environment.

Opportunities exist to apply understanding of aerodynamic and propulsion factors impacting performance. The position fosters expertise in vehicle sizing driven by requirements. It enables leadership in optimization for tactical aircraft programs.

Requirements

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

Responsibilities

Perform aero-performance analysis of tactical aircraft configurations
Conduct aerodynamic design and analysis of flight vehicles
Plan, execute, analyze data from, and document wind tunnel tests
Develop aerodynamic databases from wind tunnel, CFD, and flight test data
Integrate aerodynamic databases into 6 degree-of-freedom (6-DOF) simulation tools
Lead trade studies, design space explorations, and vehicle optimization studies