CFD Engineer

Scope of Work

• Develop and run CFD simulations for internal and external flows (subsonic to hypersonic regimes).
• Analyze aerothermal loads on spacecraft, nozzles, ducts, and inlets.
• Validate simulation results with experimental or flight data.
• Contribute to aerodynamic shape optimization and TPS (thermal protection system) design.
• Collaborate with structural, propulsion, and thermal teams to integrate CFD data into multi-physics models.

Key Responsibilities

• Set up and maintain computational meshes using tools like Pointwise, ANSYS Meshing, or snappyHexMesh.
• Configure simulation solvers such as Ansys Fluent, Star-CCM+, OpenFOAM, or SU2.
• Perform steady-state and transient simulations including compressible, multiphase, and reacting flows.
• Conduct sensitivity analysis and design-of-experiments (DoE).
• Document and present findings to technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Eligibility Criteria

• B.E./B.Tech or M.E./M.Tech in Aerospace, Mechanical, or Thermal Engineering.
• Strong fundamentals in fluid dynamics, thermodynamics, and heat transfer.
• 2+ years of experience in industrial or academic CFD projects.
• Proficiency with Linux environments, parallel computing, and scripting (Python, Bash).

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in hypersonic flow modeling or space capsule reentry simulations.
• Familiarity with conjugate heat transfer (CHT) and radiation models.
• Knowledge of turbulence modeling (RANS, LES, DES).
• Experience using HPC (high-performance computing) clusters for simulation.

Nature of Work

This is a full-time, onsite position at our Pune office. You will work closely with multidisciplinary teams developing advanced space-bound vehicles. The role may also involve contributing to R&D proposals, patents, or publications.

What We Offer

• Opportunity to work on cutting-edge aerospace technologies and deep-space missions.
• Flexible working environment with strong focus on research and innovation.
• Competitive compensation with performance-based bonuses.
• Support for international conferences, publications, and workshops.