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Aerodynamics Engineer

Space Works

Space Works

Software Engineering
Atlanta, GA, USA
Posted 6+ months ago

SPACEWORKS

Are you looking to take your career to new heights? Want to work in the cutting-edge aerospace field?

At SpaceWorks Enterprises, we specialize in next-generation high-speed flight systems, human and robotic spacecraft, as well as entry, descent, & landing technologies. Our core competencies include conducting preliminary design of aerospace concepts, performing detailed multidisciplinary engineering analysis, developing commercial aerospace software, prototyping spacecraft hardware components, and conducting market and economic research within the aerospace industry. We serve clients from the Department of Defense, NASA, and the commercial sector.

Currently, we are seeking an Aerodynamicist within our Aerosciences team. The position is located in Atlanta. GA. US Citizenship is required.

A DAY IN THE LIFE

  • Design of next generation high-speed vehicles including hypersonic atmospheric vehicles, Earth-to-orbit launch systems, and atmospheric re-entry
  • CFD setup, analysis, and post-processing of inviscid and viscous flow simulations
  • Aerodynamic configuration development including aerosurface and aerodynamic control surface design
  • Aerodynamic loads, performance, stability and aerothermal analysis at multiple fidelity levels including empirical sizing methods, shock & impact methods, and CFD

WHAT WE OFFER

At SpaceWorks, we believe in cultivating a culture that offers the opportunity to grow both personally and professionally. It is our firm belief that work-life balance is critical to strong, happy, healthy employees. As we challenge what is possible and push the boundaries of innovation, we stand together as a team. Here you will find a community that is dedicated to our mission as well as your personal goals. Here are just a few of the benefits we offer to our employees -

  • Comprehensive healthcare coverage options including medical, telemedicine, vision, dental, long term disability, short term disability, health savings accounts, and flexible spending accounts
  • Flexible work schedules - the position is in-office at our facility in Atlanta, GA, however we do offer telework days, compressed workweek options, core hours, and flex time to provide flexibility to our employees
  • Time to reset - paid time off, paid holidays, and paid parental leave
  • 401k + company match, opportunities for bonuses, employee experience events throughout the year, employee assistance program, and more

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

    • B.S. or M.S. in Aerospace Engineering or similar
    • Experience with aerodynamic design and optimization
    • Experience in computational fluid dynamics
    • Experience with data visualization software
    • Experience with scientific computing and scripting languages
    • Must be a U.S. citizen and eligible to obtain a DoD Secret Security Clearance

    BONUS POINTS IF YOU HAVE...

    • 5+ years of experience in vehicle aerodynamics analysis
    • Active DoD Secret Clearance
    • Experience with multidisciplinary design optimization of aerospace vehicles
    • Experience working on both Linux and Windows operating systems
    • Experience in any of the following specific software environments:
      • Geometry Generation: Engineering Sketch Pad
      • Mesh Generation: Pointwise
      • Computational Fluid Dynamics: Cart3D, Fun3D
      • Data Visualization: ParaView, TecPlot
      • Scripting: Python, Bash

    If this job description resonates with you, we encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet all the requirements above. We’re interested in getting to know you and what you bring to the table!

    Check out our website to learn more about us and apply so that we can learn more about you! https://www.spaceworks.aero/

    SEI Group is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.