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Aero-Thermal Dynamics Engineer

Executive Recruiting Group
Posted 2 months ago, valid for 11 days
Location

Broomfield, Broomfield 80038, CO

Salary

$80,000 - $96,000 per year

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Contract type

Full Time

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  • We are looking for an Aero-Thermo Dynamics Engineer to lead Aerodynamic and Aerothermal modeling for a supersonic ramjet system in Broomfield, Colorado.
  • The role requires a Bachelor's degree and a minimum of 5 years of experience in supersonic or ramjet CFD.
  • Candidates should have expertise in ANSYS Fluent, Start-CCM+, or OpenFOAM, along with a strong understanding of turbulence, high-temp chemistry, and multiphase flow.
  • Preferred qualifications include an M.S. or Ph.D. in Aerospace Engineering, experience with reacting flow and particle combustion, and familiarity with scramjet/ramjet testing.
  • The position offers a competitive salary along with benefits such as medical, dental, vision, and a 401k match of 5%.

We are seeking an Aero-Thermo Dynamics Engineer that will own the Aerodynamic and Aerothermal modeling for a supersonic ramjet system, including inlet, transition mechanism, and nozzle optimization for our new Broomfield, Colorado office,

Responsibilities:

  • Perform CFD simulations of inlets, shock trains, isolators, and combustor flow fields.
  • Model combustion chemistry and flame holding
  • Conduct conjugate heat transfer analysis for hot structures
  • Generate aerodynamic loads, drag polars, and ramjet performance maps
  • Provide design guidance for duct geometry and structural integration
  • Support wind tunnel testing and data correlation

Bachelors degree required.

5+ years experience with supersonic or ramjet CFD

Expertise in ANSYS Fluent, Start-CCM+ or OpenFOAM

Strong understanding of turbulence, high-temp chemistry, and multiphase flow

Experience with grid generation, meshing strategies, and automation

Preferred Qualifications:

M.S. or Ph.D in Aerospace Engineering or related field

Experience with reacting flow and particle combustion

Familiarity with scramjet/ramjet testing and data reduction

Knowledge of high-temperature materials interaction and ablation models

Medical, dental and Vision

401k match 5%




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