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The Pennsylvania State University

The CFD Division Head will lead a premier group of approximately fifteen of engineers and research ... full-time employees designed to support both personal and professional well-being. In addition to ...

The Pennsylvania State University

The CFD Division Head will lead a premier group of approximately fifteen of engineers and research ... BENEFITS Penn State provides a competitive benefits package for full-time employees designed to ...

Holtec International

CFD Engineer Specialist

Camden, NJ · On-site

$95K - $115K/yr

Develop new and innovative Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) simulations related to nuclear power ... Programming skills in Python, C++, or Java for automation and post-processing * Excellent ...

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As of Jul 27, 2026, the average yearly pay for full time computational fluid dynamics cfd engineer in the United States is $93,015.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $85,500.00 and $110,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Full Time Computational Fluid Dynamics Cfd Engineer vs Mechanical Design Engineer?

AspectFull Time Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) EngineerMechanical Design Engineer
Required CredentialsBachelor's or Master's in Mechanical, Aerospace, or related engineering; CFD certificationsBachelor's or Master's in Mechanical or Industrial Engineering; CAD certifications
Work EnvironmentResearch labs, engineering firms, aerospace, automotive industriesProduct development, manufacturing, industrial design sectors
Employer & Industry UsageDesign simulation, fluid flow analysis, product optimizationComponent design, prototyping, manufacturing processes

While both roles require engineering backgrounds, CFD Engineers focus on fluid dynamics simulations to optimize designs, whereas Mechanical Design Engineers concentrate on creating and refining mechanical components. The CFD Engineer role emphasizes computational analysis, often involving specialized software, while Mechanical Design Engineers work more with CAD tools and physical prototypes.

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Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) Analyst

Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) Analyst

Toyon Research Corporation

Goleta, CA • On-site

$130K - $210K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 7 days ago

Job description

U.S. Citizenship is Required. Ability to qualify for a US Department of Defense Top Secret security clearance required. Candidate must be SAP and SCI program eligible.
Toyon is seeking a Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) Analyst to join a team in modeling reentry and hypersonic bodies. This position requires a strong background in fluid dynamics and numerical methods. The CFD Analyst will be responsible for providing high-quality analysis to inform important customer decisions.
Responsibilities:
  • Use commercial and Toyon developed CFD codes to build grids, perform simulations, and analyze results
  • Develop and automate analysis workflows using Python to enhance efficiency and accuracy
  • Compile and present analysis results
  • Work in a collaborative environment to improve modeling capabilities

Requirements
  • Ph.D. or M.S. in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Applied Mathematics, Physics, or a related field with a focus on computational modeling
  • 3 or more years of relevant technical experience (thesis work included)
  • Fundamental understanding of fluid dynamics and numerical methods for ODEs and PDEs
  • Strong proficiency in Python or MATLAB for simulation automation and data analysis
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively

WE OFFER AN EXCEPTIONAL EMPLOYEE BENEFITS PACKAGE!
  • Competitive Industry Pay
  • 100% Employer-Paid Medical Insurance Premium
  • HSA with Employer Contributions
  • Dental and Vision Coverage Options
  • Paid Holidays
  • Paid Vacation and Sick leave
  • Company Funded 401(k) and Profit Sharing Plans
  • Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
  • Life and Disability Insurance
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Discretionary Bonus Eligibility

The annual pay range for the Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) Analyst position is $130,000 to $210,000.
The posted pay range values provide the candidate with guidance on annual base compensation for the position, at a full time level of effort, exclusive of overtime, bonus, and benefits-related compensation, over a range of qualifications that may fit hiring objectives. Toyon Research Corporation will consider the individual candidate's education, work experience, applicable knowledge, skills and training, among other factors, when preparing an offer of employment.
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