Computational Fluid Dynamics Software Engineer

Analytical Mechanics Associates

$73K — $128K *
Aerospace & Defense
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree or higher in relevant engineering or computer science field.
  • Familiarity with Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) concepts.
  • Strong programming skills in Python, C++, or Fortran.
  • Experience with High Performance Computing and Message Passing Interface (MPI).
  • Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
  • Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • U.S. Citizenship or Permanent Residence.

Responsibilities

  • Implement efficient algorithms for grid and solution compression.
  • Explore movable data extraction surface approaches for wall modeling efforts.
  • Collaborate with the team to enhance code framework efficiency.
  • Document findings and present to stakeholders.

Benefits

  • Paid personal and federally recognized holiday leave.
  • 401(k) matching plan with immediate vesting.
  • Tuition reimbursement program.
  • Short and long-term disability plans.
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance options.
Full Job Description
Job Description:

The candidate will be responsible for improving data input and output extraction workflows within a widely used Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) solver that addresses complex aerodynamic problems across multiple flight regimes, from rotorcraft and aircraft to launch vehicles and reentry systems. This role provides a unique opportunity to enhance a tool relied upon by researchers and engineers across NASA centers and throughout the U.S. aerospace industry.

Approximate salary range for this position is $73,000-$128,000 commensurate with education and experience.

Responsibilities:
  • Implement efficient algorithms for grid compression and solution compression.
  • Explore approaches for a movable data extraction surface for wall modelling efforts.
  • Collaborate with the team to enhance the efficiency of the code framework.
  • Document findings and present them to stakeholders.


Required Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree or higher in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical.Engineering. Applied Mathematics, Computer Science, or related field.
  • Familiarity with CFD concepts.
  • Strong programming skills in languages such as Python, C++, or Fortran.
  • Experience with High Performance Computing and MPI.
  • Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
  • Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
  • U.S. Citizenship or Permanent Residence.


Preferred Qualifications:
  • Proficiency with Fortran.
  • Familiarity with structured-grid CFD algorithms and applications.
  • Experience with GPU programming.
  • Completion of a Master's or Ph.D. degree in a relevant field.


U.S. Citizenship or Permanent Residence

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