Aerodynamics Engineer (Aerodynamic Analysis)

Aerodynamics Engineer (Aerodynamic Analysis)

Company:

The Boeing Company

Boeing is looking for an Experienced/Senior Aerodynamics Engineer to support BDS Phantom Works projects in Berkeley, MO. The position encompasses a wide range of leadership and execution responsibilities, including aerodynamic design, conceptual aircraft design optimization, aero-performance analysis, aerodynamic database development, and wind tunnel testing.

Position Responsibilities:

• Aero-performance analysis of tactical aircraft configurations

• Aerodynamic design and analysis of flight vehicles

• Wind tunnel test planning, execution, data analysis, and post-test documentation

• Aerodynamic database development from wind tunnel, CFD, and flight test data

• Aerodynamic database integration into 6 degree-of-freedom (6-DOF) simulation tools

• Lead trade studies, design space explorations, and vehicle optimization studies

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):

• Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology (including Manufacturing Technology), Computer Science, Data Science, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry or non-US equivalent qualifications directly related to the work statement

• 5 or more years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of technical education and experience

• 4+ years of experience in Aerodynamics and/or Aero-Performance

• Understanding of what aerodynamic, propulsion, or other factors impact vehicle performance, and how they can be used to optimize performance

• Understanding of how the vehicle size is driven by performance and requirements

• Experience in performing trade studies and vehicle design optimization

• Experience conducting wind tunnel testing

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

• Active Secret clearance

• Level 4: 9 or more years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of technical education and experience

• Domain knowledge of fixed-wing tactical aircraft programs

• Knowledge of aerodynamic analysis principles, processes, methods, and tools for flight vehicles and their components, including company and industry standards and practices

• Experience with aerodynamic database development

• Experience with 6 degrees of freedom (6-DOF) simulation tools

• Experience with Multidisciplinary Design, Analysis, and Optimization (MDAO)

• Experience with Uncertainty Quantification (UQ) and Design Under Uncertainty (DUU)

• Proficiency in various computer programming languages (e.g., Python, FORTRAN, Matlab, C, C++)

• Listens effectively; demonstrates understanding; clarifies meaning for others; speaks and writes with clarity and precision; able to communicate with a diverse audience

• Works well both independently and in a team environment

Conflict of Interest:

Successful candidates for this job must satisfy the Company's Conflict of Interest (COI) assessment process.

Drug Free Workplace:

Boeing is a Drug Free Workplace where post offer applicants and employees are subject to testing for marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines, PCP, and alcohol when criteria is met as outlined in our policies.

At Boeing, we strive to deliver a Total Rewards package that will attract, engage and retain the top talent.  Elements of the Total Rewards package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities. 

The Boeing Company also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work. 

The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.

Pay is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market