This position will lead a variety of R&D activities for Aerospace customers managed out of the Aerospace & Defense Solutions Division. This particular role will develop and mentor staff as they engage customers and execute research and development tasks for NASA, DoD, and Commercial customers. In this role, the manager will lead a highly technical staff (primarily PhD's) in their endeavor to develop and transition technology to customers.
This role will guide customer relationships, proposal development, and help shape technical solutions offered, as well as provide feedback and support to the PI's during task execution. The candidate will need to be comfortable with bringing both technical understanding and programmatic type support to complex tasks, while encouraging the growth of the technical staff. In addition to internal leadership, this role will be a a significant contributor to acquiring and developing relationships with new customers, as well as improving upon our successful customer relationships already in place.
Requirements:
- Candidate must possess at least a Master's Degree in Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering (experience may substitute for advanced degree, PhD's are welcome to apply)
- Candidate must have at least 10 years of experience in an engineering role, with at least 2 years of supervising or mentoring staff (advanced Degrees do count for some experience)
- Candidate must be familiar with applications of Computational Fluid Dynamics and Structural Dynamics tools and technologies
- Position requires demonstrated experience working with customers (Army, Air Force, NASA, or other DoD customers) to define technical solutions & requirements and then successfully executing the tasks
Preferred Requirements:
- Experience with Aerothermodynamics, Aeroacoustics, Aeroelasticity and/or Flow Control technologies is a plus
- Experience in experimental fluid dynamics is a plus
About the Company:
CFD Research is the technology leader in engineering simulations and innovative designs. Our services are used by many Fortune 500 and emerging high-tech companies, national laboratories, and universities worldwide. CFD Research develops cutting-edge technologies (software & hardware, designs and prototypes) with Federal agencies and provides the highest possible leverage to our industry partners.
Benefits:
CFD Research offers competitive salaries and excellent employee benefits, including an employer matching 401(k) and Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). CFD Research offers a highly competitive insurance package, including medical, vision, and dental insurance. We offer company paid long-term disability, accidental death and dismemberment, and life insurance. Performance appraisals occur each year and pay increases are based upon corporate goals, personal development, performance, and outstanding achievements. In addition, group and individual bonuses are awarded for exceptional performance.
CFD Research is an EO employer - Veterans/Disabled and other protected categories
For more information, or to apply now, you must go to the website below. Please DO NOT email your resume to us as we only accept applications through our website.
https://www.applicantpro.com/openings/cfdrc/jobs/1479353-123689
