Archer
Sr. Aerodynamics Engineer, Modeling and Simulation
Archer, San Jose, California, United States, 95199
Sr. Aerodynamics Engineer, Modeling and Simulation
Base pay range: $150,000.00/yr - $190,000.00/yr
Archer is an aerospace company based in San Jose, California building an all-electric vertical takeoff and landing aircraft with a mission to advance the benefits of sustainable air mobility. We are designing, manufacturing, and operating an all-electric aircraft that can carry four passengers while producing minimal noise. Archer is committed to an equitable and inclusive environment that embraces our differences and supports all team members.
Responsibilities
Perform low/mid/high fidelity aerodynamic simulations of Archer eVTOL aircraft
Develop linear/non-linear aerodynamic models to predict aircraft behavior and performance throughout the flight envelope
Analyze experimental data (flight test or wind tunnel) to identify model errors, validate, and improve aerodynamic models of the vehicle
Develop efficient methods to feed flight test data back into aerodynamic simulation models of various fidelity and complexity
Contribute to the development of Archer aerodynamic software stack, improving methods and workflows
Coordinate with cross-functional teams and pilots for flight simulator aerodynamic modeling updates and issue resolution
Qualifications
BS / MS / PhD in Aerospace Engineering or a related field
4+ years of experience with BS, or 3+ years with MS, or 1+ years with PhD in modeling rotorcraft, tiltrotor, eVTOL aerodynamics at full-vehicle level
Strong understanding of fundamentals of fixed-wing and rotorcraft aerodynamics, performance, stability & control
Experience in eVTOL and/or multicopter vehicle aerodynamics design and analysis, including 6 DoF vehicle trimming and trajectory optimization
Experience with gradient-based and gradient-free optimization techniques
Experience with surrogate modeling techniques (e.g., Kriging) and statistical analysis
Experience with experimental data processing and reduction techniques
Proficiency in Python programming
Experience with software development, object-oriented design, version control (Git), CI/CD, Conda
Excellent work planning and issue resolution skills
Strong technical, written, and verbal communication skills
Ability to work in groups and individually
Bonus Qualifications
Experience with developing, training, and optimizing neural networks or other ML models in aerodynamic modeling
Experience with wind tunnel and flight test campaigns planning, execution, and data processing
Experience with rotorcraft analysis tools such as RCAS or CAMRAD2
Experience with NASA Overflow and Fun3D CFD software, including meshing
Experience using high-performance computing (HPC) to parallelize workflows
Familiarity with certification bases (Part 23/25 for fixed-wing, Part 27/29 for rotorcraft) and test methods
Familiarity with ASTM standards for fixed wing and rotorcraft
Familiarity with Matlab/Simulink, and Fortran/C++ coding
Archer is committed to equal opportunity employment and provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities and those with sincerely held religious beliefs. Applicants may request accommodations by contacting Archer’s People Team. Information collected as part of the application process is subject to Archer's Candidate Privacy Policy. Archer cannot provide work visa sponsorship for this position at this time. Archer is an Equal Opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusivity in the workplace. All employment decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and business needs.
Job function
Engineering and Information Technology
Industry
Airlines and Aviation
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Archer is an aerospace company based in San Jose, California building an all-electric vertical takeoff and landing aircraft with a mission to advance the benefits of sustainable air mobility. We are designing, manufacturing, and operating an all-electric aircraft that can carry four passengers while producing minimal noise. Archer is committed to an equitable and inclusive environment that embraces our differences and supports all team members.
Responsibilities
Perform low/mid/high fidelity aerodynamic simulations of Archer eVTOL aircraft
Develop linear/non-linear aerodynamic models to predict aircraft behavior and performance throughout the flight envelope
Analyze experimental data (flight test or wind tunnel) to identify model errors, validate, and improve aerodynamic models of the vehicle
Develop efficient methods to feed flight test data back into aerodynamic simulation models of various fidelity and complexity
Contribute to the development of Archer aerodynamic software stack, improving methods and workflows
Coordinate with cross-functional teams and pilots for flight simulator aerodynamic modeling updates and issue resolution
Qualifications
BS / MS / PhD in Aerospace Engineering or a related field
4+ years of experience with BS, or 3+ years with MS, or 1+ years with PhD in modeling rotorcraft, tiltrotor, eVTOL aerodynamics at full-vehicle level
Strong understanding of fundamentals of fixed-wing and rotorcraft aerodynamics, performance, stability & control
Experience in eVTOL and/or multicopter vehicle aerodynamics design and analysis, including 6 DoF vehicle trimming and trajectory optimization
Experience with gradient-based and gradient-free optimization techniques
Experience with surrogate modeling techniques (e.g., Kriging) and statistical analysis
Experience with experimental data processing and reduction techniques
Proficiency in Python programming
Experience with software development, object-oriented design, version control (Git), CI/CD, Conda
Excellent work planning and issue resolution skills
Strong technical, written, and verbal communication skills
Ability to work in groups and individually
Bonus Qualifications
Experience with developing, training, and optimizing neural networks or other ML models in aerodynamic modeling
Experience with wind tunnel and flight test campaigns planning, execution, and data processing
Experience with rotorcraft analysis tools such as RCAS or CAMRAD2
Experience with NASA Overflow and Fun3D CFD software, including meshing
Experience using high-performance computing (HPC) to parallelize workflows
Familiarity with certification bases (Part 23/25 for fixed-wing, Part 27/29 for rotorcraft) and test methods
Familiarity with ASTM standards for fixed wing and rotorcraft
Familiarity with Matlab/Simulink, and Fortran/C++ coding
Archer is committed to equal opportunity employment and provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities and those with sincerely held religious beliefs. Applicants may request accommodations by contacting Archer’s People Team. Information collected as part of the application process is subject to Archer's Candidate Privacy Policy. Archer cannot provide work visa sponsorship for this position at this time. Archer is an Equal Opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusivity in the workplace. All employment decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and business needs.
Job function
Engineering and Information Technology
Industry
Airlines and Aviation
Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Archer.
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