Aerodynamics Engineer, Modeling and Optimization
Core
Develop and validate aerodynamic models for Archer's all-electric eVTOL aircraft using simulations and flight/wind tunnel data to predict behavior and optimize performance.
Role type
Aerodynamics Engineer (Modeling and Optimization)
Builds
Aerodynamic simulation software stack and predictive models for eVTOL aircraft
Domain
Aerospace engineering, eVTOL, rotorcraft, and fixed-wing aerodynamics
Deliverable
production ML models | product features
Required skills
Aerospace engineering fundamentals, fixed-wing and rotorcraft aerodynamics, 6 DoF vehicle trimming, trajectory optimization, gradient-based and gradient-free optimization, surrogate modeling (Kriging), experimental data processing, Python programming, software development (OOP, Git, CI/CD)
Preferred skills
Neural network training/optimization for aerodynamics, wind tunnel and flight test campaign execution, RCAS or CAMRAD2 tools, NASA Overflow and Fun3D CFD, HPC parallelization, Part 23/25 or Part 27/29 certification knowledge, Matlab/Simulink, Fortran/C++
Responsibilities
Perform low/mid/high fidelity aerodynamic simulations, develop linear/non-linear aerodynamic models, analyze experimental data to validate models, develop methods to feed flight test data into simulations, contribute to aerodynamic software stack development, coordinate with cross-functional teams for simulator updates
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC