AMA
ComputationalFluidDynamicsApplicationsEngineer
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“Computational Fluid Dynamics Applications Engineer at AMA. Skills: Computational Fluid Dynamics, Aerodynamic analysis, Flight dynamics modeling, Grid generation. Perform CFD simulations for eVTOL vehicles. Develop aeropropulsive models”
Industry & Context.
Problem-solving; Analytical capabilities
U. S. Citizenship, Permanent Residence, Occasional travel
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Master's degree in aerospace engineering, Bachelor's degree and equivalent work experience, Structured-overset grid generation, Running CFD solvers, Scripting and process automation, Steady and unsteady RANS simulations, Turbulence modeling, Complex flow phenomena, Unix environment, High-performance computing systems, Process and visualize large datasets, Excellent problem-solving capabilities, Excellent analytical capabilities, Written communication skills, Verbal communication skills, Ability to work independently, Closely collaborating with interdisciplinary teams, Technical documentation and reporting
Nice to Have
Overset grid generation tools, Chimera Grid Tools, Pegasus, Running OVERFLOW for rotorcraft, Automated workflow development, Parametric studies, Publications in peer-reviewed journals, Publications in conference proceedings
What You'll Do.
Perform CFD simulations for eVTOL vehicles
Develop aeropropulsive models
Predict forces and moments
Generate structured overset grids
Apply physical assumptions
Apply modeling assumptions
Work collaboratively with SMEs
Develop automated frameworks
Prescribe control effector deflections
Prescribe state variables
Assist Dynamics and Control teams
Interpret CFD results
Incorporate CFD results into models
Incorporate CFD results into systems
Interpret CFD results
Provide engineering insights
Document analysis methodologies
Document automated workflows
Support development of best practices
Implement best practices for CFD workflows
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Interdisciplinary teams; Flight dynamics SMEs
Communication Scope
Written communication; Verbal communication; Technical reports; Presentations
Full Job Description
_**Job Description:**_ AMA is seeking a highly skilled Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) Applications Engineer to support aerodynamic, aeropropulsive and flight dynamics analysis using the structured, overset-grid code OVERFLOW for a NASA contract. The successful candidate will apply CFD methodologies to analyze complex electric Vertical Take Off and Landing (eVTOL) vehicles. This role bridges applied aerodynamics and flight dynamics to accurately and efficiently model these vehicles. These simulations will be used to inform flight campaigns and help design control systems. Approximate salary range for this role is $95,000-$115,000 commensurate with education and experience. ## **Key Responsibilities:** * Perform computational fluid dynamics simulations for complex eVTOL vehicles operating across multiple flight regimes (hover, transition, and forward flight). * Develop comprehensive aeropropulsive models to accurately predict forces and moments as functions of many aircraft states and control settings across the full flight envelope. * Generate computationally efficient, moderate-fidelity structured overset grids tailored for the application. Appropriate physical and modeling assumptions should be applied to ensure rapid computation while retaining sufficient accuracy. * Work collaboratively with flight dynamics subject matter experts to develop robust, automated frameworks for prescribing control effector deflections and state variables using statistically designed test matrices. * Assist Dynamics and Control teams to interpret and incorporate CFD results into flight dynamics models and flight control systems. * Analyze and interpret CFD results to provide engineering insights and document analysis methodologies, automated workflows, and results in technical reports and presentations. * Support the development and implementation of best practices for CFD simulation workflows. **Required Qualifications:** _Education_ * Master’s degree in aerospace engineering, mec
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