Senior Aerodynamics Engineer
Location - Remote
Commitment - Part time/milestone based
Responsibilities
Qualifications
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Provide guidance and support to Designers to optimize aerodynamic performance
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Generate, develop, and validate novel airflow management features and systems
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Work with engineering, suppliers, and program management to execute efficient aerodynamic designs
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Identify and develop creative solutions to resolve engineering/styling/aerodynamic conflicts
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Innovate, develop and improve processes
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Prepare Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) simulations to model how geometry will perform
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Interpret results, propose recommendations for improvement and how changes will make an impact
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Design parts, prepare for, and conduct, model scale and virtual wind tunnel tests, and provide feedback
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Document and present findings to cross-functional teams and management
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Support vehicle milestones including prototype, pre-production, and production build events
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Mentor and lead associate engineers towards successful completion of departmental and company goals
Required
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Bachelor, Master or Doctorate of Science degree from an accredited course of study, in Aerodynamics, Aerospace engineering or related field
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3+ years of experience designing and analyzing mechanical systems via professional work experience, project/research-based student experience, or a combination of both
Preferred
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Expert understanding of fluid dynamics
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Excellent knowledge of CFD
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Familiarity with geometry creation, simplification and data management within CAD software, preferably CATIA or Autodesk Fusion 360
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Experience with wind tunnel testing, either at reduced or full scale
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Field testing experience, including instrumentation, data acquisition and processing
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Relationship building skills, maturity, high degree of self-confidence
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Demonstrated skill of shifting approach in response to the demands of a changing situation
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Ability to deal with ambiguity, navigate uncertain situations, and drive for clarity
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Strong organizational skills
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Ability to be flexible and work quickly & efficiently