About CFD Research: Since its inception in 1987, CFD Research has delivered innovative technology solutions within the Aerospace Defense, Biomedical Life Sciences, Intelligence Sensing, and Energy Materials industries. CFD Research has earned multiple national awards for successful application and commercialization of innovative component/system technology prototypes, multi-physics simulation software, multi-disciplinary analyses, and expert support services. Based in Huntsville, Alabama where laboratory facilities and headquarters are located, CFD Research also has office and laboratory facilities in Dayton, Ohio, prototyping test and evaluation facilities in Hollywood, Alabama, and office facilities in Fort Walton Beach, Florida.

CFD Research is an ISO9001:AS9100D registered company and is appraised at CMMI Level II for Services. CFD Research is a 100% ESOP (employee-owned company) recognized in Inc. Magazine's Inc5000 as a top growing company for four of the last five years.

com CFD Research is developing and applying multi-disciplinary analysis and optimization (MDAO) processes for advanced aerospace systems. This work integrates physics-based modeling and simulation (M S), advanced analysis methods, and optimization techniques to enable more efficient design exploration, system evaluation, and performance improvement. We are seeking an engineer with the intellectual curiosity and technical depth needed to support the development of next-generation aerospace capabilities.

This role will apply advanced modeling and simulation techniques to multi-disciplinary analysis and optimization (MDAO), with emphasis on hypersonic flight and extreme combined environments, aeroelasticity, and multifunctional structural simulations. The candidate will conduct research into high-performance structures operating under severe thermal, aerodynamic, and mechanical loading to help resolve current system challenges and improve the performance, resilience, and design of future platforms. The candidate will also support delivery and deployment of modeling and optimization processes to the Air Force Research Laboratory and other DoD customers.

Requirements

to obtain and maintain a security clearance Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical discipline Proficiency with Python and Linux-based operating systems Experience developing or applying physics-based modeling and simulation methods to support multi-disciplinary analysis and optimization (MDAO) of aerospace systems, including coupled or multi-physics analysis in areas such as external aerodynamics, heat transfer, structural modeling, or aerothermoelasticity Experience with formal optimization methods, including gradient-based and gradient-free techniques Experience with 6DOF engagement simulation and/or mission simulation tools Preferred Qualities Master’s or PhD in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical discipline Experience with geometry modeling tools such as CAD, OpenVSP, or ESP Experience with aerodynamic modeling tools such as Missile DATCOM, CBAERO, or Kestrel Proficiency with compiled languages, especially C++ or Fortran Familiarity with reduced-order modeling (ROM), surrogate modeling, supervised machine learning, or other data-driven modeling techniques Familiarity with guidance, navigation, and control concepts Proficiency with software development best practices, including Git, code linting, testing, and CI/CD Experience with containerized workflows and deployment of software

Benefits

: CFD Research offers competitive salaries and excellent employee

, including an employer matching 401(k) and Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).

Aerospace Engineer – M&S - MDAO