CFD and Aerodynamics Specialist
Job Description
Solve and evaluate fluid-dynamics problems using defensible modeling assumptions and computational checks.
What you will do
• Develop simulation cases with suitable geometry, domains, meshes, initial/boundary conditions, fluid properties and solver settings.
• Analyze turbulence, multiphase flow, heat transfer and aerodynamic quantities such as lift and drag.
• Check mesh independence, convergence and physical plausibility, using analytical or experimental comparisons where relevant.
• Run programmatic CFD workflows and automate preparation, sweeps and analysis in Python.
• Review technical responses and explain assumptions, trade-offs and corrections.
Required background
• For programmatic aerodynamic analysis: an MS/PhD in aerospace engineering or mechanically focused aerodynamics/thermofluids, or an aerospace/mechanical BS with at least one to two years of aerodynamic research or professional experience.
• For that work, practical Python, command-line/script/API-accessible engineering tools and experience executing CFD/aerodynamic analysis are required.
• Ability to justify boundary conditions, meshes and solvers, diagnose invalid results and communicate technical reasoning.
Preferred background
• For broader CFD review: a relevant engineering bachelor’s or higher degree, or 3• years of equivalent practical CFD experience; at least three years of simulation/validation practice is preferred.
• Depth in Navier–Stokes equations, RANS/LES/DES, meshing and verification/validation.
• ASME V&V 20, AIAA or ITTC methods.
• ANSYS Fluent, STAR-CCM+, OpenFOAM, COMSOL or Converge experience; problem-authoring or recognized technical contributions.
• For programmatic work, tools can include SU2, Gmsh, FEniCSx, Elmer, CalculiX and SciPy; equivalent tools are acceptable and no single Python library is mandatory.
Location and eligibility
• Programmatic aerodynamic work is open worldwide.
Availability
• Remote and flexible; the programmatic aerodynamic brief anticipates approximately 15 hours weekly. Confirm any minimum task submissions and actual schedule before starting.
Pay and engagement
Per approved task; fee agreed before work
Payment requires work to meet the agreed acceptance criteria. Confirm any weekly submission requirement and the fee before starting.
Amounts are in USD. The applicable rate or fee and work requirements are agreed before you begin.