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Aeromechanics CFD Engineer

Huntsville, AL

501584  Aeromechanics CFD Engineer

Work Location:  Huntsville, AL

Schedule:  Full Time 40 hours per week; 8 hours per day in office (remote work is not authorized)

Relocation:  Negotiable

IronMountain Solutions, Inc. is seeking an Aeromechanics Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) Engineer for a customer located on Redstone Arsenal, AL. This role is critical in shaping the future of vertical lift technology by applying advanced computational fluid dynamics (CFD) to the analysis, design, and optimization of next-generation rotorcraft and aviation platforms. Candidates must be familiar with the entire aerodynamic design process, from conceptual studies through to flight test validation, including a deep understanding of rotorcraft, tiltrotor, or eVTOL aerodynamics. Candidates will be responsible for developing and executing high-fidelity simulations to solve complex aerodynamic challenges, translating simulation results into actionable design improvements and ensuring the aerodynamic performance of advanced aircraft systems.  

Responsibilities:
•    Perform aerodynamic design and high-fidelity simulations of rotorcraft and/or eVTOL aircraft using advanced CFD methodologies.
•    Support all phases of vehicle aerodynamic design, from conceptual and preliminary design through detailed design, flight testing, and certification.
•    Develop, modify, and maintain complex, high-fidelity CFD models for vehicle-level performance analysis, including hover, climb, cruise, and transition flight phases.
•    Correlate and validate CFD simulation results against data from wind tunnel experiments and full-scale flight tests.
•    While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use tools or controls; normal physical activity (reach with hands and arms; climb stairs); and communicate effectively with all levels of employees and leadership. The employee must occasionally lift or move office products and supplies, up to 25 pounds. 

Education and General experience:
•    Bachelor of Science degree (technical preferred) from an accredited college with 3-15+ years of direct experience in the task, PhD preferred (Preferably in Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering)
•    Requires experience in the aerodynamic design and analysis of rotorcraft, tiltrotor, or eVTOL aircraft from conceptual design to certification.
•    Experience with vehicle-level performance analysis; innovative, physics-based aerodynamics analysis and design methods; and aerodynamic shape optimization.

Experience in the development and validation of high-fidelity CFD models against experimental test data.


Security Clearance: Must currently hold or be eligible to obtain a U.S. SECRET Security Clearance for this position.  Per federal requirements, only U.S. citizens are eligible for this level of clearance.  

Travel: Position may require up to 25% travel

IronMountain Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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