Computational Fluid Dynamicist

Mclaurin Aerospace

8d • Onsite

About The Position

Are you passionate about human space exploration, understanding the origins of the universe, and working with a passionate and diverse team to make a difference? If you are, we need you!
We need your talent, teamwork, and energy to help us achieve great things that inspire people all over the globe. We need you to bring creative ideas and diverse backgrounds to help us envision, shape, and deliver systems that will enable the exploration of space while benefiting people here on Earth. We are excited about what we do, and we need you on our team as we take on exciting challenges for NASA's pursuits in deep space exploration.
We have an exciting opportunity for a Computational Fluid Dynamicist to join our JETS II contract team at NASA Marshall Space Flight Center in Huntsville, AL.
Overview:
The position is for a Computational Fluid Dynamicist.

The work will be application oriented using existing CFD tools for analysis, verification, and validation. Some CFD program model development will be required. Perform CFD analyses in support of liquid propulsion problems. Carry out numerical simulations with regard to vehicle launch environment, debris transport and the interaction of moon/mars lander rocket engine exhaust plume/s with the surface. Specifically, analyze flow-granular material interactions, debris transport, and cratering effects. Analyze complex features of the work and apply principles and practices of CFD analysis or devise new approaches in problem solutions. Independently plan, schedule, and perform computations/analyses, prepare and make presentations and document results in technical reports. Participate in review and status meetings, analyze all results from assigned tasks and determine if outputs are complete, correct, integrated with project objectives, adequately documented, and meet stipulated deadlines. Follow existing processes and procedures and recommend process improvements.

Requirements

• BS degree in Engineering or related field from an ABET accredited institution with a minimum of 5 years applicable experience is required.
• Proof of U.S. Citizenship is required.
• US Citizenship and the ability to pass a comprehensive security background investigation is required.

Nice To Haves

• A Masters/PhD degree in Mechanical, Chemical, or Aerospace Engineering with at least 2 years' experience in using CFD program/s for engineering applications is preferred. This could be part of the Master's thesis work.
• Some experience in object-oriented programming is a plus.
• Specific experience with the Loci framework, and CFD applications Loci-Chem and/or Loci-Stream CFD programs is desired.

Responsibilities

• Perform CFD analyses in support of liquid propulsion problems.
• Carry out numerical simulations with regard to vehicle launch environment, debris transport and the interaction of moon/mars lander rocket engine exhaust plume/s with the surface.
• Analyze flow-granular material interactions, debris transport, and cratering effects.
• Analyze complex features of the work and apply principles and practices of CFD analysis or devise new approaches in problem solutions.
• Independently plan, schedule, and perform computations/analyses, prepare and make presentations and document results in technical reports.
• Participate in review and status meetings, analyze all results from assigned tasks and determine if outputs are complete, correct, integrated with project objectives, adequately documented, and meet stipulated deadlines.
• Follow existing processes and procedures and recommend process improvements.

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Positive work-life balance
• 100% Employer paid insurance including: Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment, short-term disability, and long-term disability
• 11 paid holidays annually
• Generous PTO
• 401k after 12 months of service with employer match
• Education assistance
• Relocation assistance (if applicable)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level