Aerodynamics Lead

Salary: $150K-$200K

Location: Downtown Austin, TX 78701 (Open to fully remote as well)

Travel: up to 25%

A well-funded, fast-growing technology company is building a new aircraft from concept through first flight, with a path to production and certification. They’re looking for an Aerodynamics Lead to own the aerodynamic analysis and design and be the voice of authority on all aero decisions.

What You’ll Do

• Build the full vehicle aerodynamic model and simplified models for design optimization
• Plan and run test campaigns, and correlate test and flight data back to the models
• Work with the design and propulsion teams on aerodynamic trades
• Provide aero inputs to the simulation and flight dynamics teams
• Help build out the aerodynamics team
  
  

What You Bring

• BS in Aerospace, Mechanical, or a related engineering field (MS preferred)
• 5 years of hands-on aerodynamics experience on a flying vehicle program
• Strong CFD skills and test campaign experience
• Ability to work cross-functionally and make trade-off calls under schedule pressure
• Rotorcraft or launch vehicle experience is a plus
  
  

Why This Role

• Ground-floor opportunity with real ownership
• Unlimited PTO and flexible hours
• Medical, dental, vision, and 401K
• Collaborative, innovative culture
  
  

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