Aerodynamics Analysis Engineer

What is JetZero?

Today’s aircraft contribute around 2.5% of global CO2 emissions, equivalent to the emissions of 200 million cars. This is only going to increase: Air travel is forecasted to double by 2050, while meaningful efficiency gains using current airplanes have hit a wall.

JetZero is developing a blended wing aircraft. It uses 50% less fuel and can accommodate zero-emission hydrogen propulsion. JetZero is the inevitable solution to sustainable air travel.

The JetZero team

We are experienced aerospace professionals and engineers, excited about the future. That future will only be possible if we share our vision and what it means to people’s lives: carbon-free flight that's better for both passengers and carriers.

This is why we’re hiring ​an Aerodynamics Analysis Engineer. You will be responsible for analysis of CFD results, development of aero databases and other aerodynamic design support for aircraft development.

JetZero is a place for people who are ambitious, talented, and humble. This role is based in Long Beach, CA reporting to the Head of Flight Sciences.

What You'll Do 

• Create aero databases from CFD results. Help develop and update database management tools along with integration into other in-house software.
• Generate high-fidelity structured and unstructured grids for analysis using mesh deformation techniques.
• Set-up analysis cases for both powered and unpowered CFD cases. Monitor results for acceptable levels of convergence, and help post process data.  
• Set-up and run shape optimization cases using adjoint methods.
• Support further development of aero-design and analysis tools (low and high-fidelity methods). 
• Design and investigate detailed aerodynamic devices such as vortilons, inlets air scoops, and actuator fairings.
• Documentation for in-house design and performance evaluation code

Helpful Traits

You have a Startup Mindset – We are a small team with big ambitions. This means every single one of us has numerous responsibilities. There’s a lot of work to do starting on Day 1, so you’ll want to be someone that enjoys rolling up sleeves.

You love Technology – You believe in the transformative power of innovation. And you are curious about the engineering that makes it possible.

You love Aerospace – You are passionate about accelerating the future of aerospace and crave the opportunity to join a team of like-minded individuals. 

Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering from an accredited university.
• 3 years of experience gathering results from various CFD software including Pointwise,  OVERFLOW, FUN3D or other solvers.
• Experience with classical aerodynamic theory.
• Proficient in other software tools such as Siemens NX, AVL, Mathworks Matlab, MSES, Python. Experience in Linux O.S

The Benefits

• Competitive salaries
• Unlimited PTO
• 10 paid holidays
• 401(k)
• Medical, Dental, Life health insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Equity tax advisory services
• Supportive work culture

JetZero does not sponsor visas for US positions unless specified. Only applicants with current work authorization will be considered.

Salary Range: $95,000 - $140,000

At JetZero, we value diversity and are an equal opportunity employer by choice. We consider all qualified applicants equally for employment & do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, protected veteran status, religion, physical or mental disability, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local laws, ordinance, or regulation.