Modeling and Simulation Engineer
Job Description
About CFD Research: Since its inception in 1987, CFD Research has delivered innovative technology solutions within the Aerospace & Defense, Biomedical & Life Sciences, Intelligence & Sensing, and Energy & Materials industries. CFD Research has earned multiple national awards for successful application and commercialization of innovative component/system technology prototypes, multi-physics simulation software, multi-disciplinary analyses, and expert support services. Based in Huntsville, Alabama where laboratory facilities and headquarters are located, CFD Research also has office and laboratory facilities in Dayton, Ohio, prototyping test and evaluation facilities in Hollywood, Alabama, and office facilities in Fort Walton Beach, Florida. CFD Research is an ISO9001:AS9100D registered company and is appraised at CMMI Level II for Services. CFD Research is a 100% ESOP (employee-owned company) recognized in Inc. Magazine's Inc5000 as a top growing company for four of the last five years. Learn more at www.cfd-research.com
CFD Research is developing a novel framework for multi-disciplinary analysis and optimization (MDAO) of aerospace systems. The framework integrates physics-based modeling and simulation (M&S) with predictive machine learning (ML) techniques to perform more efficient optimization. The framework is being applied to support conceptual design and maturation of aerospace systems.
Our team is seeking an engineer with intellectual curiosity and technical mastery necessary for development of next-generation systems. This role will apply advanced modeling and simulation techniques to support multi-disciplinary analysis and optimization of air frames, propulsion, sensors, guidance, and control. The candidate will support delivery, deployment, and application of modeling and optimization processes to the Air Force Research Laboratory and other DoD customers.
Requirements:
- Candidate must be a US Citizen and meet eligibility to obtain/maintain a Security Clearance
- Position requires a Bachelor's in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineer, Computer Science, Applied Mathematics (or similar)
- Position requires 5+ years of development experience
- Proficiency with Python and C++ software languages used in simulations
- Proficiency with software development best practices – Git, code linting, CI/CD
- Experience with 6DOF engagement simulation, and/or mission simulation tools
Preferred Qualities
- Experience with containerized workflows and deployment of software
- Experience with geometry modeling tools like CAD, OpenVSP, ESP
- Experience with aerodynamic modeling tools like Missile DATCOM, OpenVSP, Kestrel
- Experience with multi-disciplinary analysis and optimization (MDAO)
- Familiarity with supervised machine learning and reinforcement learning techniques
- Familiarity with guidance, navigation, and control schemes
- Masters or PhD in Aerospace Engineering, Computer Science, Mechanical Engineer, or similar discipline.
Location: This role is based at Eglin AFB, in the Fort Walton Beach, FL area, and is 100% onsite.
Benefits: CFD Research offers competitive salaries and excellent employee benefits, including an employer matching 401(k) and Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). CFD Research offers our Full-Time, permanent employee-owners a highly competitive insurance package, including medical, vision, and dental insurance. Additionally, we offer company paid leave, compensation time, parental leave, long-term and short-term disability, accidental death and dismemberment, and life insurance. Part-Time and Temporary employee-owners may receive partial or reduced benefits and leave time based on their employment status level. Performance appraisals occur twice a year and annual pay increases are based upon corporate goals, personal development, performance, and outstanding achievements. In addition, group and individual bonuses are awarded for exceptional performance.
CFD Research is an EO employer - Veterans/Disabled and other protected categories