Aerodynamics Engineer
$104K - $141K/yr
The Boeing Company At Boeing, we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. We're ... CFD), and wind tunnel testing. This position is expected to be 100% onsite in Oklahoma City, OK.
$104K - $141K/yr
The Boeing Company At Boeing, we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. We're ... CFD), and wind tunnel testing. This position is expected to be 100% onsite in Oklahoma City, OK.
$104K - $141K/yr
The Boeing Company At Boeing, we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. We're ... CFD), and wind tunnel testing. This position is expected to be 100% onsite in Oklahoma City, OK.
$104K - $141K/yr
The Boeing Company At Boeing, we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. We're ... CFD), and wind tunnel testing. This position is expected to be 100% onsite in Oklahoma City, OK.
$104K - $141K/yr
The Boeing Company At Boeing, we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. We're ... CFD), and wind tunnel testing. This position is expected to be 100% onsite in Oklahoma City, OK.
Oklahoma City, OK · On-site
$104K - $141K/yr
The Boeing Company At Boeing, we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. We're ... CFD), and wind tunnel testing. This position is expected to be 100% onsite in Oklahoma City, OK.
Oklahoma City, OK · On-site
$104K - $141K/yr
The Boeing Company At Boeing, we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. We're ... CFD), and wind tunnel testing. This position is expected to be 100% onsite in Oklahoma City, OK.
Oklahoma City, OK · On-site
$104K - $141K/yr
The Boeing Company At Boeing, we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. We're ... CFD), and wind tunnel testing. This position is expected to be 100% onsite in Oklahoma City, OK.
Oklahoma City, OK · On-site
$104K - $141K/yr
The Boeing Company At Boeing, we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. We're ... CFD), and wind tunnel testing. This position is expected to be 100% onsite in Oklahoma City, OK.
New York, NY · Remote
$80/hr
Apply enterprise mechanical engineering methodologies ( FEA/CFD simulation , DFM/DFA principles ... GE , Boeing , Caterpillar , Ford , Honeywell ). * Direct ownership of Fortune 500 -scale product ...
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New York, NY · Remote
$80/hr
Apply enterprise mechanical engineering methodologies ( FEA/CFD simulation , DFM/DFA principles ... GE , Boeing , Caterpillar , Ford , Honeywell ). * Direct ownership of Fortune 500 -scale product ...
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San Francisco, CA · On-site +1
$70 - $80/hr
Apply enterprise mechanical engineering methodologies ( FEA/CFD simulation , DFM/DFA principles ... GE , Boeing , Caterpillar , Ford , Honeywell ). * Direct ownership of Fortune 500 -scale product ...
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San Francisco, CA · On-site +1
$70 - $80/hr
Apply enterprise mechanical engineering methodologies ( FEA/CFD simulation , DFM/DFA principles ... GE , Boeing , Caterpillar , Ford , Honeywell ). * Direct ownership of Fortune 500 -scale product ...
San Mateo, CA · On-site
$142K - $197K/yr
Prior experience at commercial aerospace OEMs (Boeing, Airbus, Bombardier, Embraer, Textron), eVTOL ... Hands-on experience with CFD, FEA, aeroelasticity, MDO, or certification-relevant analysis.
San Mateo, CA · On-site
$142K - $197K/yr
Prior experience at commercial aerospace OEMs (Boeing, Airbus, Bombardier, Embraer, Textron), eVTOL ... Hands-on experience with CFD, FEA, aeroelasticity, MDO, or certification-relevant analysis.
Jessup, MD · On-site
$107K - $147K/yr
Experience in Computer Aided Engineering (CAE) with focus on Finite Element Analysis (FEA) and Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) simulation software. * Familiarity with PLM and other product life ...
Jessup, MD · On-site
$107K - $147K/yr
Experience in Computer Aided Engineering (CAE) with focus on Finite Element Analysis (FEA) and Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) simulation software. * Familiarity with PLM and other product life ...
Jessup, MD · On-site
$190 - $261.80/hr
Experience in Computer Aided Engineering (CAE) with focus on Finite Element Analysis (FEA) and Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) simulation software. * Familiarity with PLM and other product ...
Jessup, MD · On-site
$190 - $261.80/hr
Experience in Computer Aided Engineering (CAE) with focus on Finite Element Analysis (FEA) and Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) simulation software. * Familiarity with PLM and other product ...
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A Boeing CFD (Computational Fluid Dynamics) job involves using advanced simulation and modeling techniques to analyze fluid flow, aerodynamics, and thermal properties in aircraft and aerospace systems. Engineers in this role use CFD software to optimize designs, improve performance, and support testing without relying solely on physical prototypes. They work on projects related to aerodynamics, propulsion, heat transfer, and environmental control systems. Typically, this position requires expertise in fluid mechanics, numerical methods, and high-performance computing.
As a Boeing CFD engineer, you will work on a variety of projects ranging from aerodynamic optimization to thermal analysis for both commercial and defense aircraft. You’ll regularly collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, including design engineers, test engineers, and structural analysts, to refine and validate models that influence aircraft development. Projects can span from early conceptual studies to final product validation, offering exposure to different phases of the engineering lifecycle. This collaborative and project-driven environment enables you to build strong technical expertise and can open doors to leadership roles or specialized career paths within computational modeling or aerospace design.
To thrive as a Boeing CFD (Computational Fluid Dynamics) engineer, you need a strong background in aerodynamics, fluid mechanics, and a degree in aerospace or mechanical engineering. Proficiency with CFD software tools such as ANSYS Fluent, STAR-CCM+, or OpenFOAM, as well as familiarity with high-performance computing environments, is typically required. Strong analytical thinking, attention to detail, and effective communication skills are essential for translating simulation data into practical engineering insights and collaborating across teams. These skills and qualities are critical for delivering accurate airflow analyses that directly impact aircraft design and safety.
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The Boeing CompanyAt Boeing, we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. We're committed to fostering an environment for every teammate that's welcoming, respectful and inclusive, with great opportunity for professional growth. Find your future with us.
The Boeing Defense, Space & Security organization is seeking an experienced Aerodynamics Engineer to join the Flight Systems Capability Aerodynamics Team with the opportunity to provide engineering and technical decisions for Boeing Military Aircraft (B-1B, B-2, B-52), Military Derivative Aircraft (E-7 AEW&C (737), E-3 AWACS (707, 767), ETS&S(C-32/C-40, E-4B, VC-25A, VC-25B), Tankers (KC-135, KC-767)) and other diverse aircraft and projects.
The Aerodynamics team is looking for an individual with experience in aircraft aerodynamics assessments. The position requires proficiency in the aerodynamics discipline and knowledge of aerodynamics analysis.
Position Responsibilities:
Perform aircraft performance analysis to support activities such as design decision support, requirement verification, and building of flight manual chart
Generating and processing aircraft aerodynamic characteristic data using various means such as hand analysis, computational fluid dynamics (CFD), and wind tunnel testing.
This position is expected to be 100% onsite in Oklahoma City, OK.
Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):
Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology (including Manufacturing Technology), Computer Science, Data Science, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry or non-US equivalent qualifications directly related to the work statement
5+ years of experience in performing aircraft aerodynamic assessments
Experience in building and utilizing aircraft aerodynamic databases to support aerodynamic assessments
Experience in performing aircraft performance assessments for various phases of flight.
Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):
Bachelor's or Master's in engineering, with Aerodynamics or Aerospace emphasis
7+ years of experience in performing aircraft aerodynamic assessments
Background with aircraft performance analysis and certification for military aircraft
Experience in planning/conducting wind tunnel testing, and with processing wind tunnel data
3+ years of experience in performing computational fluid dynamics (CFD) analysis or processing CFD-derived data to support analyses
Experience with aircraft flight tests that support aerodynamic verification and/or certification
Programming experience (e.g. Python, FORTRAN), particularly in supporting aerodynamic analyses
Strong communication skills and the ability to work in a team environment.
Conflict of Interest:
Successful candidates for this job must satisfy the Company's Conflict of Interest (COI) assessment process.
Relocation:
This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility.
Drug Free Workplace:
Boeing is a Drug Free Workplace where post offer applicants and employees are subject to testing for marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines, PCP, and alcohol when criteria is met as outlined in our policies.
Shift:
This position is for 1st shift.
Pay & Benefits:
At Boeing, we strive to deliver a Total Rewards package that will attract, engage and retain the top talent. Elements of the Total Rewards package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities.
The Boeing Company also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work.
The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.
Pay is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.
Summary pay range:
Experienced (Level 3): $104,550 - $141,450
Language Requirements:
Not ApplicableEducation:
Bachelor's Degree or EquivalentRelocation:
This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility.Export Control Requirement:
This position must meet U.S. export control compliance requirements. To meet U.S. export control compliance requirements, a "U.S. Person" as defined by 22 C.F.R. 120.62 is required. "U.S. Person" includes U.S. Citizen, U.S. National, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.Safety Sensitive:
This is not a Safety Sensitive Position.Security Clearance:
This position requires the ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance for which the U.S. Government requires U.S. Citizenship. An interim and/or final U.S. Secret Clearance Post-Start is required.Visa Sponsorship:
Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.Contingent Upon Award Program
This position is not contingent upon program awardShift:
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