Rotorcraft Weights Engineer

CFD Research Corporation

Huntsville, AL, United States
Base: not specified; bonus/equity: performance + g...
On-site
Rotorcraft conceptual design expertise
Aircraft weight analysis and trend development
Use of ndarc for aircraft modeling
CFD Research Corporation is seeking multidisciplinary design experts in rotary-wing and advanced air vehicle design to support the U.S. Army Aviation & Missile Center’s Technology Development Directorate

Job Summary

  • CFD Research Corporation is seeking multidisciplinary design experts in rotary-wing and advanced air vehicle design to support the U.S. Army Aviation & Missile Center’s Technology Development Directorate.
  • The position involves developing aircraft weight trends, performing detailed weight assessments, and supporting aircraft performance, cost, and operational capability evaluations.
  • CFD Research offers competitive salaries and excellent employee benefits, including a 401(k) match, ESOP, comprehensive insurance packages, paid leave, and performance-based bonuses.

Matching Summary

CFD Research Corporation is seeking multidisciplinary design experts in rotary-wing and advanced air vehicle design to support the U.S. Army Aviation & Missile Center’s Technology Development Directorate.

Salary

Base: Not specified; Bonus/Equity: Performance and group bonuses; Benefits: Medical, vision, dental, 401(k) match, ESOP, paid leave, disability, life insurance

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Rotorcraft conceptual design expertise
  • Aircraft weight analysis and trend development
  • Use of NDARC for aircraft modeling
  • Conducting aircraft trade studies
  • Ability to obtain DoD Secret clearance
  • Onsite work at Redstone Arsenal

Nice-to-have

  • Advanced rotor conceptual design knowledge
  • Experience with OpenVSP and OpenMDAO
  • Ability to lead technical efforts independently
  • Experience with Creo Parametric

Key Requirements

  • 10+ years rotorcraft design experience
  • B.S. in Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering
  • Experience with NDARC and AIDEN tools
  • U.S. Citizenship required
  • Ability to obtain DoD Secret clearance
  • Willingness to travel up to 10%

Work Rights

Must have US citizenship

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