Aerodynamics Engineer I

Oshkosh Corporation • New Hudson, MI

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Pratt Miller is a product development company in motorsports, defense, and mobility industries providing clients with product engineering and low-volume production solutions. Our range of research & development, engineering, prototype manufacturing, test & validation, and low-rate production capability help our customers bring their high-quality products to market faster. As an Aerodynamics Engineer you will have ownership of wind tunnel testing activities that include test planning, directing test article preparation, execution, data analysis, and reporting. Working closely with our agile team of Aerodynamic Engineers, CFD Engineers, Design Engineers, and Fabricators, you will employ and develop the most modern methods available. You will have the opportunity to be involved in the aerodynamic development program from design specification, conceptual layout, component optimization, physical realization, through on-track performance verification. This position is located inside of the Aerodynamic department at the New Hudson, Michigan Pratt Miller location and includes travel for testing in model scale and full-scale wind tunnels.

Requirements

• Ability to work in professional team-like environment
• Attention to time management
• Ability to communicate on various platforms (TEAMS, email, text message, phone calls)
• Must have reliable transportation
• Must adhere to work schedule with reliable attendance
• Strong work ethic and pride in workmanship
• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering required
• FSAE or other motorsport / automotive aerodynamics experience strongly preferred

Nice To Haves

• Academic exposure to aerodynamic forces, testing, and technology
• Experience in CAD surfacing design, preferably Catia Generative Shape Design
• Part modelling and production documentation for test parts as required
• Ability to take on assignments independently with little direction given
• Ability and skill able to suggest detailed improvements on systems and procedures to design staff to improve on efficiency

Responsibilities

• General test planning, execution, and data analysis experience required
• Ability to perform, thrive, and push all levels of specialists to work in a dynamic and fast-paced environment
• Perform aerodynamic and thermal analyses using a variety of tools (empirical and numerical) and synthesize alternatives
• Support the development or targets and integration of aerodynamics into broader vehicle for system performance optimization
• Create reports and communicate findings to customers
• Develop concepts and aero surfaces for CFD / wind tunnel testing
• Participate in wind tunnel testing, coordinating necessary aspects for a successful test
• Work with Pratt Miller manufacturing, model making, electronics, software, and race operations groups to complete projects to a high standard

What This Job Offers

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