Aerothermal Engineer I

📋 Description

• Develop and execute computational fluid dynamics (CFD) analyses to solve novel challenges in
• Drive the design of major Terran R system elements – like fins, flaps, heat shields, and primary
• Guide and mentor responsible hardware engineers to ensure hardware meets aerothermal requirements
• Scope and develop aerothermal databases for ascent and entry, including uncertainty quantification
• Size thermal protection systems (TPS) for flight
• Support re-usable TPS material development and testing

🎯 Requirements

• Undergraduate degree in engineering or related field
• 2+ years relevant experience
• Proficiency in compressible flow and thermal analysis, preferably on entry vehicles
• Experience executing CFD workflows for external flow, preferably including engine plume simulation
• Experience solving cross-disciplinary design problems on integrated vehicles
• Proficiency in Python and industry-standard CFD tools like FUN3D and Star-CCM+, including use of

🎁 Benefits

• Competitive salary and equity
• Generous PTO and sick leave policy
• Parental leave
• Annual learning and development stipend