L3Harris Technologies · 2 weeks ago
Senior Aerodynamics & Aircraft Performance Engineer
Waco, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
7+ years expL3Harris Technologies is the Trusted Disruptor in the defense industry, dedicated to recruiting and developing high-performing talent. The Senior Aerodynamics & Aircraft Performance Engineer will perform aerodynamics analysis and provide support for aircraft testing to evaluate modifications and their effects on performance.
CommercialInformation TechnologyNational Security
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Perform steady-state and time accurate CFD analyses
Planning, support, and execution of Wind Tunnel Tests
Planning and support of aerodynamic design optimization studies
Perform comparitive analyses of predicted aerodynamics with experiemental and/or flight test data
Lead method and tool development and enhancement activities
Manage large, complex project initiatives of substantial importance to the organization with minimal oversight or direction
Communicate within and outside of the organization to explain and influence changes to practices, processes and approaches
Make significant improvements in processes, systems, or products
Provide input into new products/processes and implements operational plans that have measurable impact on business or functional results
Strong understanding of Applied Aerodynamics theory is required
Strong understanding of Computational Fluid Dynamics and numerical methods
Ability to travel as necessary
Willingness and ability to work any shift, weekends, and overtime as required
Ability to obtain and maintain a SECRET security clearance
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering or Aerospace Engineering and minimum 9 years of prior relevant experience
Graduate Degree (MSME, MSAE) and a minimum of 7 years of prior aircraft aerodynamics experience
In lieu of a degree, minimum of 13 years of prior related experience
Minimum 2 years experience in Computational Fluid Dynamics analyses, mesh generation, and post procession codes
Minimum 2 years experience in wind tunnel testing
Minimum 2 years experience with aircraft performance analysis
Must be a US citizen
Strong understanding of Applied Aerodynamics theory is required
Strong understanding of Computational Fluid Dynamics and numerical methods
Ability to travel as necessary
Willingness and ability to work any shift, weekends, and overtime as required
Ability to obtain and maintain a SECRET security clearance
Preferred
Experience with Pointwise, NASA FUN3D, and FieldView is preferred
Experience with store separation analyses and testing is desirable
Familiarity with civil and military airworthiness requirements is desirable
Experience in Matlab/Simulink is a plus
High performance computing administration is a plus
Experience in aircraft stability analysis is a plus
Proficient in Microsoft Office, and have general computer knowledge
Good verbal and written communication skills
Benefits
Competitive benefits
Generous relocation package
Company
L3Harris Technologies
L3Harris Technologies provides platform management system solutions for armed forces.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$2.25B2024-03-27Post Ipo Debt· $2.25B
1978-01-13IPO
Leadership Team
Tania Hanna
Vice President Government & Customer Relations
Chip Teets
Senior Director, International Programs, Products & Technology
Recent News
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