Aerodynamicist
Location: Pune, India (Hybrid Available)
Department: Engineering & Propulsion Systems
Job Overview
We are seeking a skilled and visionary Aerodynamicist to join our cutting-edge propulsion team. You will play a pivotal role in designing and validating aerodynamic systems for combat jet engines and cryogenic upper stage rocket engines. This role blends core fluid dynamics with high-performance hardware design and simulation to achieve world-class thrust, efficiency, and stability.
Scope of Work
- Conduct CFD simulations for supersonic and hypersonic flow regimes.
- Design and optimize compressor blades, turbines, nozzles, and diffusers.
- Develop aerodynamic surfaces and cooling flow paths for cryogenic turbopumps.
- Validate design using wind tunnel and static test data.
- Collaborate with thermal, structural, and propulsion teams for integrated performance.
- Develop control surface characteristics for maneuverability and stability enhancement.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field.
- 3+ years experience in jet propulsion or rocket engine aerodynamics.
- Proficiency in CFD tools like ANSYS Fluent, STAR-CCM+, OpenFOAM, etc.
- Strong grasp of compressible flow, turbulence modeling, and shockwave behavior.
- Experience with cryogenic flow systems and liquid hydrogen/oxygen engines is a plus.
Preferred Skills
- Python or MATLAB scripting for post-processing and automation.
- Knowledge of materials interaction with high-velocity flows (erosion, ablation, etc.).
- Familiarity with AVL, Siemens NX, CATIA for geometry optimization.
- Good documentation and presentation skills for reviews and reports.
Nature of Work
This is a high-impact, cross-disciplinary role where you will be responsible for pushing aerodynamic performance boundaries. You will work on highly confidential propulsion projects intended for high-thrust jet engines and cryogenic propulsion systems for orbital and interplanetary missions. Your role will blend deep technical problem solving with hands-on test validation and rapid iteration.