Senior Thermal Aerodynamics Engineer

Currently pursuing or have obtained a MS or higher degree in engineering or applied physics with focus on heat transfer and fluid dynamics

7+ years of experience in a thermal analysis or thermo-physics analysis role

Thermal FEA experience – STAR-CCM+, ANSYS, Icepak, or Flotherm

Familiarity with Matlab or Python (or equivalent) for developing analytical models and performing data acquisition & post-processing

Experience with performing test-model correlation and test based characterization of critical modelling input parameters

Good at working independently and with various teams and key stakeholders

Execute hand calculations, spreadsheet, and MATLAB/Python first-order models to inform path forward before jumping into detailed analysis. Use first principles as a basis for every decision and discern the right level of analysis to apply based on state of hardware design and program goals

Develop appropriate CFD models and simulations to predict temperatures, heat transfer, and fluid characteristics as needed to meet design schedules. Generate, maintain, and correlate integrated FEMs for imaging platforms.

Experience with EO/IR sensors and familiarity with structural, thermal, optical performance (STOP) analysis

Perform test-model correlation testing to validate analytical predictions

Work closely with environmental test engineers to support the design, instrumentation selection, execution, and data processing of tests to validate models and predictions, including fundamental

Prepare technical reports to present findings to internal teams, management, and external customers