Aerodynamics Engineer

Senior Aerodynamics EngineerPalo Alto, CaliforniaWing offers drone delivery as a safe, fast, and sustainable solution for last mile logistics. Consumer appetites for on-demand services are increasing, but current delivery methods are inefficient, costly, and contribute to road accidents and air pollution. Wing's fleet of highly automated delivery drones can transport small packages directly from businesses to homes on-demand, in minutes. We design, build, and operate our aircraft, and offer drone delivery services on two continents. Our technology is designed to be easy to integrate into existing delivery and logistics networks, offering a scalable drone delivery solution for a broad range of businesses. Wing is a part of Google's parent company, Alphabet, and our mission is to create the preferred means of delivery for the planet. If you're ready to do the greatest work of your life, come join us.About the RoleWing is looking for a Senior Aerodynamics Engineer to join our Aircraft Development team–an interdisciplinary team whose mission is to develop innovative and efficient aircraft and ground support equipment systems that advance the scalability of Wing's delivery business. This role is hybrid based in Palo Alto, CA. As an Aerodynamics Engineer, you are responsible for aerodynamic design, test, and analysis for unmanned aerial vehicle systems. You bring superb technical, research and analytical capabilities with a demonstrated ability to get the right work done quickly and effectively, diving deep, producing analysis and communicating results to a broad audience of content experts.What You'll DoPerform aircraft configuration trade studies on mission performance that includes effects of weight, fuel, stability and control, propulsion, and payloadsIdentify and validate key technologies to enable future aircraft capabilities through research, prototyping, and testing.Perform analyses of aerodynamics, flight dynamics, propulsion, and aircraft performance using both experimental and computational methodsProcess test data to characterize and evaluate propulsion systems for thrust, power, efficiency, acoustic, dynamic response, and thermal performance across the full operational envelope, including edge-of-envelope and failure-mode conditionsDevelop performance models of aircraft and propulsion subsystems for design and software-in-the-loop simulation toolsDevelop and maintain multidisciplinary aircraft design and analysis toolsSupport aircraft development through conceptual, preliminary, and detailed design phases including analysis, prototyping, integration, and verification and validation activitiesWhat You'll Need8+ years experience in design and performance analysis of electric or hybrid-electric Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS), electric Vertical Takeoff and Landing (eVTOL) aircraft, and/or distributed electric propulsion aircraftBachelor's Degree in Aerospace Engineering or related field, or equivalent practical experienceStrong understanding of fixed-wing and multirotor aerodynamics, performance, stability & controlExperience processing and analyzing flight test and lab test dataProficiency with Python, Matlab, or similarExperience with low-speed wind tunnel testing and electric propulsion testingExperience working with low- and medium-fidelity aerodynamics simulation tools such as AVL, XFOIL, XROTOR, CHARM, or similarExperience with small uncrewed aircraft prototyping including composite fabrication techniquesExcellent written and verbal communication skillsExperience partnering with a multidisciplinary engineering team, including mechanical, electrical, GN&C, and software disciplinesThe US base salary range for this full-time position is the salary range below + bonus + equity + benefits. Wing's salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your location during the hiring process.Salary Range$228,000 - $242,000 USDWing is an equal opportunity employer and it is Wing's policy to comply with all applicable national, state and local laws pertaining to nondiscrimination and equal opportunity. Employment at Wing is based solely on a person's merit and qualifications directly related to professional competence. Wing does not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, creed, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy or related condition (including breastfeeding), or any other basis protected by law.If you have a need that requires accommodation during the interview process due to a disability or special need, please let us know by completing our Candidate Accommodations Request Form.