Aircraft Performance Staff Engineer
Core
Model aircraft and engine performance to define mission capabilities and support product strategy for defense and systems platforms.
Role type
Staff Aircraft Performance Engineer
Builds
Mission analysis studies, aircraft models, and performance optimization assessments for rotorcraft and fixed-wing aircraft.
Domain
Aerospace engineering, defense systems, propulsion integration
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
aircraft performance modeling, mission analysis (fuel burn, payload, range), aircraft design and sizing, engine integration, tool development, cross-functional collaboration
Preferred skills
rotorcraft and fixed-wing design experience, strategic partnership, leadership and influencing, networking
Technologies
GE engine platforms, competitor engine data, mission analysis tools
Responsibilities
Define aircraft performance studies to assess mission capability; Create current and future aircraft models with GE/partner engines; Lead and execute mission analysis studies; Provide key results to engineering and marketing peers; Support product strategy and design development; Collaborate with senior leadership to shape strategy; Support engine technical requirements development; Provide aircraft/engine integration and optimization support; Develop tools and processes for analysis
Seniority
Staff, strategic partner & hands-on IC