Aerodynamics Engineer

Williams International • Pontiac, MI

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About The Position

Williams International is actively searching for an Aerodynamics Engineer who wants to apply their turbomachinery aerodynamics expertise in a cross-functional manner that extends beyond computation. This role is in a collaborative environment incorporating all aspects of development and production to support our existing engines and growing product line. Responsibilities include delivering aerodynamic designs and analyses of various turbomachinery flow path components, working with our expert in-house manufacturing team to ensure a producible design, and supporting engine and subsystem testing to provide design validation. This is an exciting opportunity to work on a broad spectrum of cutting-edge commercial and military gas turbine hardware with a high degree of ownership for aerodynamic performance throughout the product life cycle.
Additionally, the Lead Engineer I - Aerodynamics will:
Plan, support, and document tests including component and stage rigs to map performance and surge/stall characteristics, as well as engine systems-level tests
Deliver timely aerodynamic dispositions to production support requests on discrepant hardware and cost reduction initiatives
Train, mentor, and develop earlier-career aerodynamics engineers
Develop analytical tools and methods to drive accuracy, innovation, and efficiency while meeting cost and schedule commitments
Communicate analysis results and recommendations to internal and external customers, in both verbal presentation and written report formats

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Engineering required. Master's Degree preferred, but not required
• 5+ years of relevant engineering experience in aerodynamic design and analysis
• Demonstrated understanding of turbomachinery aerodynamics including compressible flow and heat transfer, as well as familiarity with manufacturing methods and real-world design limitations
• Proficient in computational fluid dynamics and associated geometry generation and meshing tools, for example, methods similar to the following commercially available software modules: Fluent, CFX, Fine/Turbo, AXCENT, Pointwise
• Experience with optimization methods similar to those available in commercial optimization software such as iSight, HEEDS, or modeFrontier
• Experience in all phases of the product life cycle: conceptual design, detail design and optimization, testing, and production support
• Ability to effectively communicate analysis results, conclusions, and recommendations with a strong focus on documentation and corporate knowledge retention
• The candidate must be able to work independently and execute multiple projects simultaneously
• U.S. Citizenship status required
• Position requires the ability to obtain a U.S. Government Security Clearance, if needed. Candidates selected may be subject to a U.S. Government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

Responsibilities

• Deliver aerodynamic designs and analyses of various turbomachinery flow path components
• Work with the in-house manufacturing team to ensure a producible design
• Support engine and subsystem testing to provide design validation
• Plan, support, and document tests including component and stage rigs to map performance and surge/stall characteristics, as well as engine systems-level tests
• Deliver timely aerodynamic dispositions to production support requests on discrepant hardware and cost reduction initiatives
• Train, mentor, and develop earlier-career aerodynamics engineers
• Develop analytical tools and methods to drive accuracy, innovation, and efficiency while meeting cost and schedule commitments
• Communicate analysis results and recommendations to internal and external customers, in both verbal presentation and written report formats

Benefits

• Williams International is committed to equal employment opportunities for all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, and protected veteran status.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree