Aerodynamic Engineer
Core
Design, validate, and improve flight physics for UAV and eVTOL platforms through aerodynamic design, simulation, and physical testing.
Role type
Aerodynamic Engineer (UAV/eVTOL)
Builds
Autonomous defense systems (UAVs, eVTOLs)
Domain
Defense / Aerospace Engineering
Deliverable
production ML models | product features
Required skills
Aerodynamics fundamentals, Flight dynamics, Python (NumPy, SciPy, Pandas), CFD, Wind tunnel testing, Flight test, CAD (SolidWorks, CATIA)
Preferred skills
RC aircraft/drone experience, Propeller design, Aeroacoustics
Technologies
XFoil, OpenVSP, AVL, Python, SolidWorks, CATIA
Responsibilities
Perform aerodynamic layout and analysis for fixed-wing, multicopter, and eVTOL configurations; Support flight test and wind tunnel campaigns to validate simulation predictions; Write Python scripts to automate analysis workflows and process data; Generate and maintain aerodynamic databases and stability derivatives for GNC teams; Collaborate with Mechanical and GNC teams on design feasibility and stability.
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC