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Natilus
San Diego, CA, US
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Natilus is building the next generation of aviation through the development of blended-wing-body aircraft, delivering a step-change in overall efficiency. Our growing family of aircraft is designed to make air travel more sustainable while fundamentally improving the economics of commercial flight and the operational effectiveness of defense logistics.
By combining advanced aerodynamics with innovative design, Natilus aircraft achieve exceptional fuel efficiency, increased payload capacity, and seamless compatibility with existing airport infrastructure. With hundreds of aircraft valued in the billions of dollars already on order, we are redefining how aircraft are designed, built, and operated, representing a meaningful evolution in modern aviation
Natilus is seeking an Aerodynamics & Performance Engineer to join our team in San Diego, CA. In this role, you will conduct CFD analysis and support low- and high-speed wind tunnel testing. You will help lead aerodynamic optimization, vehicle design decisions, and performance prediction across the Natilus family of aircraft.
Set up and perform component and vehicle level CFD analyses.
Author and release analysis reports.
Planning, support, and execution of wind tunnel tests.
Planning and support of aerodynamic design optimization studies.
Perform comparative analyses of predicted aerodynamics with experimental and/or flight test data.
Lead method and tool development and enhancement activities.
Manage large, complex project initiatives of substantial importance to the organization with minimal oversight or direction.
Strong understanding of Applied Aerodynamics theory is required.
Strong understanding of Computational Fluid Dynamics and numerical methods.
Compensation
The expected salary range for this position is $120,000 to $170,000 annually. Actual compensation will be determined based on qualifications, relevant experience, skills, and business needs.
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