Aerodynamic Data Engineer (Performance)

Job Description:

We are seeking talented and motivated engineers to join our team in Filton, UK. As an Aerodynamic Data engineer, you will be contributing directly to the manufacturing and in-service support of our entire fleet of current and future aircraft, through the generation and analysis of aerodynamic data. 

The role …

As part of a highly collaborative and transnational team, you will be working on:

• State of the art computer modelling and simulation

• Defining, attending and analysing results of wind tunnel tests at world leading facilities across the globe

• Defining, attending and analysing results of flight tests, including steering flight test decisions in real-time based on live telemetry data 

• Applying data analysis methods to interrogate in-service aircraft data to understand how airlines operate our aircraft, and injecting that learning back into the design process

• Supporting the certification of our aircraft for safety or CO2 emissions

Are you the one ?

Experience required:

• You hold a bachelor’s degree in Aeronautical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related discipline, with a specialisation in Aerodynamics.

• You have a proven experience of modelling the aerodynamics in CFD, including the suitability and effect of different mesh types and turbulence models, the appropriate use of time-averaged modelling, convergence criteria, and interpreting results

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We need someone who has:

• Knowledge of aircraft flight operations and performance, for example the factors that influence take off and landing performance, aerodynamic safety limitations, and the flight phases of a commercial aircraft. 

• Experience in Python coding (or similar) for data analysis

• You are autonomous, curious, proactive, rigorous, with great attention to detail;

• You are Fluent in English (verbal and written).

Additionally, any of the following would be of benefit for this role:

• A solid understanding or practical experience of planning, supporting and analysing wind tunnel tests and/or flight tests, including the measurement techniques, practical limitations, and common aerodynamic considerations and corrections 

What’s in it for you…

Joining Airbus Protect with :

• A close and caring management,

• A pipeline of innovative projects,

• A community of recognised experts,

• Great career paths and training opportunities 

​Great benefits: 

• 25 days holiday

• Hybrid working

• Flexi time

• Option to purchase holidays

• Generous pension scheme

• Eligibility to a Company profit sharing scheme

• Share options

• Access to a benefits platform offering car leasing, family health plans, dental plan, shopping discounts and much more … 

​​AIRBUS PROTECT

Airbus PROTECT brings together experts in risk analysis and management in the fields of safety, cybersecurity and sustainability. We deliver expertise to our own group, Airbus, for whom we act as a privileged partner, but also to external clients.

With over 1,700 experienced professionals based in France, UK and Germany, we service large-scale contracts with companies such as critical infrastructures (CNI), other industries and public institutions. 

Our positioning and strategy enable us to meet the highest standards of the market and to meet the challenges of tomorrow as a team...

Join the AIRBUS PROTECT journey...

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Company:

Airbus Protect Limited

Contract Type:

Permanent

Experience Level:

Professional

Job Family:

Fluid & Hydromechanics, Thermal

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