Aerospace Engineer

Required Skills & Experience
• \tBachelor's degree in Aerospace Engineering or Mechanical Engineering.\n•\tStrong academic background in Fluid Dynamics, Aerodynamics, and/or Fluid Mechanics.\n•\t5-7 years of engineering experience.\n•\tExperience supporting at least one full product development lifecycle from concept through production.\n•\tProficiency with Microsoft Excel, including data analysis and reporting.\n•\tStrong communication and presentation skills.\n•\tAbility to work onsite in Auburn Hills, MI, Monday through Friday.

Nice to Have Skills & Experience
• \tAerospace Engineering degree preferred.\n•\tExperience with Visual Basic and Excel macro development.\n•\tKnowledge of incompressible and subsonic flow principles (Mach 0.3 and below).\n•\tExposure to wind tunnel testing, aerodynamics, CFD, or experimental fluid dynamics.\n•\tParticipation in Formula SAE, Solar Car, collegiate engineering teams, or similar hands-on engineering projects.\n•\tAircraft, motorsports, racing, or aerospace-related interests and experience.

Job Description

Job Summary:\nWe are seeking an Aerospace Engineer to join a Wind Tunnel Operations team in Auburn Hills, MI. This individual will support aerodynamic testing and wind tunnel activities for vehicle development programs, working closely with a team of aerospace engineers, designers, mechanics, and technical specialists.\n\nThis is an excellent opportunity for an engineer with a background in aerodynamics, fluid dynamics, or fluid mechanics who is interested in applying aerospace principles within a product development environment. The selected candidate will be trained to operate the wind tunnel and will play a key role in collecting, monitoring, analyzing, and presenting test data.\n\nResponsibilities:\n•\tSupport daily wind tunnel operations and aerodynamic testing activities.\n•\tLearn and operate wind tunnel systems under the guidance of the Wind Tunnel Supervisor.\n•\tMonitor airflow and test conditions during vehicle testing.\n•\tCollect, analyze, and validate test data in real time.\n•\tUtilize Excel, Visual Basic, and macros to process, organize, and report testing results.\n•\tWork closely with aerospace engineers to support aerodynamic development and performance improvements.\n•\tParticipate in product development programs from concept through production.\n•\tPresent testing results and technical findings to engineering teams and senior leadership.\n•\tCollaborate effectively in a highly team-oriented environment.\n•\tSupport continuous improvement initiatives related to testing methods and data analysis.\n\nCompensation Starting At: $30/hr. Exact compensation may vary based on several factors, including skills, experience, and education. Benefit packages for this role will start on the 31st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law