Senior Aerodynamicist

Senior Aerodynamicist AMA is seeking a Senior Aerodynamicist with program management experience to support an aircraft flight dynamics model for the DOD. Experience with the following disciplines is needed: flight dynamics modeling and simulation, aerodynamics modeling for fixed-wing aircraft, aerodynamic table development, reduced‑order analytical modeling, and aerodynamic coefficient analysis. This will include computational fluid dynamics (CFD) in support of aerodynamic characterization and flight dynamics model development. Experience with the integration of aeroelastic effects into flight dynamics models is desirable. Depending on experience, the aerodynamicist may serve in a management role over flight dynamics model development including responsibility for cost, schedule and technical performance. Education and Qualifications Master of Science degree in Aeronautical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field. Minimum 10‑15 years of applicable work‑related experience. Familiarity with various CFD codes. Excellent written and oral communication skills. Ability to work with distributed teams. Ability to interface successfully with customers. Additional Desired Skills Experience managing teams of various sizes. Experience managing cost and schedule for projects of various sizes. Knowledge or DoD processes and terminology. Experience with B‑52 modeling is a plus. Knowledge of requirements for DOD Level C and Level D software. This is a contingent role, based on AMA receiving the work. US citizenship or Permanent Residency is required. Salary range: $150k‑$280k DOE. Benefits We offer competitive salaries and a substantial benefits package, including paid personal and federally recognized holiday leave, salary deferrals into a 401(k)-matching plan with immediate vesting, tuition reimbursement, short/long term disability plans, and a variety of medical, dental, and vision insurance options. Equal Opportunity Employer AMA is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any applicant for employment or employee because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic prohibited under federal, state, or local laws. #J-18808-Ljbffr Analytical Mechanics Associates