2025 Entry Level - Aerodynamics Engineer

at  Textron Aviation

JOB SUMMARY :

Responsible for the aerodynamic analysis and development of new and derivative aircraft across the Company product line using analytic data, wind tunnel data, and flight test data.

EDUCATION/ EXPERIENCE :

• Bachelor of Science in Aerospace Engineering is required
• Master of Science in Aerospace Engineering is preferred

QUALIFICATIONS :

• Ability to work well with teams adaptable to the work environment
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Word
• Ability to program in a structured language. Experience with FORTRAN and Python is highly desirable
• Experience with the collection and reduction of wind tunnel data
• Experience with the development of theoretical aerodynamic models
• Experience with the use of simulation tools to perform trajectory analysis, calculation of aircraft performance, or determining aircraft handling characteristics
  Applicants must be authorized to work lawfully in the U.S. for Textron Aviation at the time of making application, and visa sponsorship is not available for this position, including for F-1 students and J-1 exchange visitors who will need employment sponsorship.
  The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.

• The variety of Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) tasks within the Aerodynamics organization can include internal and external aerodynamic analysis, aerodynamic design, prediction of aircraft loads, performance, and handling qualities.
• Will involve the development of design, analysis, and simulation models and tools using a variety of in house, commercial, and NASA developed computational tools as well as FORTRAN, MATLAB, C , Python and MATHCAD codes on LINUX workstations and PCs.
• Contribute to the development and certification of significant engineering projects.
• Participate in the entire development process, from early advanced design efforts to final certification activity.
• Collaborate with other engineering disciplines such as Advanced Design, Mass Properties, Flight Controls, Propulsion, Mechanical Systems, Engineering Flight Test, Stress, and Fatigue.
• Apply knowledge of 14 CFR Part 23 and Part 25 regulations to ensure all critical design and certification analyses have been performed.
• Document results in memos and certification reports for transmittal to internal customers and global certification authorities.