Aerodynamics Design Engineer
Core
Design and integrate weight-optimized, aerodynamically efficient payloads and thermal systems for high-performance fixed-wing UAVs to support optical wireless power networks.
Role type
Senior IC mechanical/aerospace design engineer (UAV payloads)
Builds
Custom aerodynamic components, thermal systems, and test-rigs for fixed-wing UAVs
Domain
Aerospace engineering, UAVs, optical wireless power
Required skills
Aerodynamics principles, CFD simulation (ANSYS Fluent, OpenFOAM), weight-sensitive design, thermal management, CAD (SolidWorks, OnShape), mechanical engineering fundamentals, Python/MATLAB
Preferred skills
High-speed flow regimes experience, lower-order aerodynamic tools, hands-on fabrication
Technologies
ANSYS Fluent, OpenFOAM, SolidWorks, OnShape, Python, MATLAB
Responsibilities
Own end-to-end design, manufacture, assembly, and validation of custom aerodynamic components; Perform CFD simulations and physical tests for payload integration; Develop methods to feed flight test data into simulation models; Work cross-functionally on integrated fixed-wing design; Contribute to novel thermal system components; Build/modify fixed-wing UAVs and integrate custom components; Design and manufacture test-rigs; Engage with suppliers for R&D components.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC
