Description:
JOB TITLE: Aerodynamics Engineer
LOCATION: Tustin, CA
**The position will be based out of our Mojave or Tustin offices
with a hybrid remote/onsite schedule**
Join us for an exciting opportunity to create history!
We are a national staffing firm working with some of the top-tier aerospace companies in the world. The contracts are regularly extended, and direct opportunities are often available.
Qualifying Questions:
Are you a US persons as noted in the Job description? Do you meet the educational requirements for this job? Do you meet the experience requirements for this job?
Are you able to commute to the job location or are you able to relocate for the role?
Details:
Contract: Ongoing Location: The position will be based out of our Mojave or Tustin offices
with a hybrid remote/onsite schedule
Contract 12 mos. - potential for direct hire
Medical, dental, and vision plan with United Healthcare Robust 401K Potential for bonuses Sick pay, and holiday pay for those who qualify
Summary:
We are seeking an engineer with experience in subsonic, transonic and supersonic aircraft aerodynamics.
The candidate will build on existing knowledge of key aircraft systems. The engineer will also support instrumentation planning, mission control preparation, data processing, and model evaluation for flight testing and vehicle envelope expansion.
Design and substantiate operational flight envelopes Substantiate vehicle performance and handling qualities Characterize vehicle aerodynamic environments Support pre-flight preparation including review of test limitations, flight test plans and procedures, flight readiness reviews, mission control room support, and post flight analysis Work with other internal and external engineering groups to ensure proper application of design requirements Support entry into commercial service by ensuring that regulatory and internal company requirements related to performance, handling qualities and general airworthiness are met Develop standardized analysis and reporting tools Perform model updates from data collected during vehicle or component testing and data created with analytical tools Develop and maintain aerodynamic tools and simulation capabilities Develop and maintain test databases representing all mission phases Develop and improve standards, processes, and best practices Determine methods and procedures on new assignments
Desired Skills:
Basic Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Aerospace Engineering, and/or equivalent, with a minimum of 3 years of related experience Fundamentals in subsonic & supersonic aerodynamics Fundamentals of flight mechanics Experience with numerical methods, computational physics, simulation development Working knowledge of aircraft and spacecraft systems Working knowledge of flight dynamics 6DOF trajectory simulations Advanced programming skills: MATLAB, Python, C, C++ Proven ability to carry out technical work in an environment with multiple stakeholders Excellent proactive communication (oral, written, presentation), interpersonal, negotiation and organizational skills Ability to successfully complete assigned tasks with a low level of supervision and oversight Applicants must be U.S. persons as defined by the ITAR (22 CFR 120.15)
Preferred Skills and Experience:
Test planning experience, including flight and ground testing, writing test plans, instrumentation selection and planning, and data verification Test execution experience, including familiarity with standard flight test practices and safety processes Familiarity with relevant aerospace standards and design criteria (FAA, FAA-AST, NASA, MilSpec, etc.) Knowledge of software development best practices like code review and configuration management Working knowledge of FORTRAN, Simulink Experience with Fun3D and Pointwise as well as CATIA V5 and NASTRAN Experience in mission control and console development with IADS. Experience in flight test aerodynamic model validation and correlation Experience with full-vehicle aircraft analysis Experience in other Flight Sciences disciplines
As part of our commitment to health and safety, COVID-19 vaccines are required for current U.S. teammates, as well as all newly hired employees.
As of October 1, 2021, all new hires must be able to provide proof that they are fully vaccinated against the COVID-19 virus, ( "fully vaccinated" means at least two weeks have expired since receiving the vaccination's last dose as recommended by the manufacturer) . If you are offered employment, this requirement must be met by your date of hire.
The Structures Company is a national staffing firm specializing in contract, contract to hire, and direct hire placement opportunities. Our clients rely on us to support their engineering, IT, Production, Maintenance & Repair, and support staff. Our niche recruiting team is one of our biggest strengths and is why we are a top provider of talented professionals to the majority of our clients. They will help you identify the opportunity that best fits your interests while also providing industry-leading customer service.
We support the majority of aerospace OEM's and tier 1 suppliers across the United States.
We have a national medical, dental, and vision plan with United Healthcare, and we also have a robust 401K offering. In addition, there is potential for bonuses, sick pay, and holiday pay for those who qualify.
The Structures Company LLC is an Affirmative Action/ Equal Opportunity Employer (or AA/ EOE)
Keywords: aerospace, aviation, aircraft,
The Structures Company is a national staffing firm specializing in contract, contract to hire, and direct hire placement opportunities. Our clients rely on us to support their engineering, IT, Production, Maintenance & Repair, and support staff. Our niche recruiting team is one of our biggest strengths and is why we are a top provider of talented professionals to the majority of our clients. They will help you identify the opportunity that best fits your interests while also providing industry-leading customer service. We support the majority of aerospace OEM's and tier 1 suppliers across the United States. The Structures Company LLC is an Affirmative Action/ Equal Opportunity Employer (or AA/ EOE)
