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L3Harris Technologies · 1 day ago

Lead, Aerodynamics Engineer

L3Harris Technologies is a trusted disruptor in the defense industry, focused on delivering technology solutions for national security. The Lead, Aerodynamics Engineer will analyze aircraft modifications, manage tasks across multiple programs, and develop bids and proposals while utilizing computational fluid dynamics and classical analysis methods.

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Hiring Manager
Eric Nelson
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Responsibilities

Calculate flight performance estimates, including range/endurance, drag estimates, take-off and landing performance, etc
Develop aircraft external air loads through classical analysis
Perform computational fluid dynamics (CFD) analysis for external flow on aircraft
Identify conditions critical for structural design
Develop operational load spectrum for fatigue analysis
Determine airframe internal loading in terms of shear, moment, and torsion (VMT)
Calculate compartment loads for rapid decompression
Estimate effect of external mods on stability and control
Plan and evaluate flight testing for handling qualities
Perform icing analysis
Predict the trajectory for the safe separation of stores
Analyze unsteady external flow on aircraft
Develop flight test procedures and post-process results
Write analytical reports, test plans, and test reports

Qualification

Aerospace engineeringComputational fluid dynamics (CFD)FAA regulations knowledgeHigh-performance computingMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft WordMicrosoft PowerPointAerodynamic loads verificationMilitary airworthiness knowledge

Required

Bachelor's degree in aerospace engineering and minimum 9 years of prior relevant experience
Graduate Degree and a minimum of 7 years of prior related experience
In lieu of a degree, minimum of 13 years of prior related experience
Working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
Computational fluid dynamics (CFD) experience
Knowledge of FAA guidance, regulations, and practices for showing compliance
Willingness to travel and work weekends occasionally
Must be able to obtain and maintain a DoD security clearance which requires U.S. citizenship

Preferred

Experience with FUN3D for CFD analysis
Ability to utilize a high-performance computing cluster for CFD
Knowledge of instrumentation and test methods for verification of aerodynamic loads and performance parameters
Knowledge of military airworthiness requirements for aircraft loads

Company

L3Harris Technologies

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L3Harris Technologies provides platform management system solutions for armed forces.

Funding

Current Stage
Public Company
Total Funding
$2.25B
2024-03-27Post Ipo Debt· $2.25B
1978-01-13IPO

Leadership Team

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Tania Hanna
Vice President Government & Customer Relations
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Chip Teets
Senior Director, International Programs, Products & Technology
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