Aero/Thermal Engineer

NORTH WIND SYSTEMS LLC • Plymouth, MN

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About The Position

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Aero/Thermal Engineer to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a solid background in fluid dynamics (both compressible and incompressible) and thermodynamics. They would be responsible for the design, development, and validation of fluid dynamic systems, components, and devices using a variety of tools and software. The Engineer will work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure that projects are completed efficiently and meet all necessary safety and quality standards.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in aerodynamics, aeronautics, aeroacoustic, heat transfer or related discipline
• 7+ years of related experience, with a focus on aerospace, hypersonic systems, or test facility design.
• Solid background in the principles of aerodynamics, thermodynamics, and heat transfer.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Understanding of wind tunnel low to supersonic airflows, heat exchanger, combustion, CFD, hot wire anemometry, optical measurement methods (such as shadow-graph, Schlieren, PSP, PIV, LDV) or other related technology.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex technical concepts to diverse stakeholders.
• Must be a self-starter, able to work on multiple projects, and prioritize workload.
• Demonstrated interpersonal skills and positive attitude.
• Able to work collaboratively with a multi-disciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Provide design solutions, concepts, analysis, and calculations for aerodynamic, fluid dynamic, and thermodynamic systems utilized in ground test facilities
• Support marketing quotations with trade-offs, analyses, and recommendations for optimal and cost-effective solutions
• Perform aerodynamic field surveys of existing facilities and prepare and perform commissioning and validation activities for new or upgraded facilities and components.
• Assist in selecting and specifying process equipment for various customer facilities.
• Develop and present technical information in customer meetings and design reviews.
• Willing to travel for design reviews, conferences, site surveys, and commissioning.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree