Supernal Engineering Headquarters in Irvine, California
Senior Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) Engineer
Irvine, CA
Rise above. Are you ready to take human possibility to a new dimension with us?
Supernal is an Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) company that’s developing an electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) vehicle and the ground-to-air ecosystem to support the emerging industry. By creating a sustainable, integrated, and human-centered ecosystem, we are committed to taking a thoughtful and responsible approach to entering the AAM market with a product that meets the high level of safety and reliability in today’s air transportation system.
The future of mobility starts with people. We believe in creative thinking and collaboration to help build a better mobility experience for everyone, improving people’s ability to move – whether for work or play. Join our dynamic team as we strive to be a part of something greater where potential powers tomorrow!
Supernal provides an inviting open-space workplace designed to foster collaboration, which aligns with one of our core values. This position is required to work on-site 5 days a week.
What we do:
The Senior CFD Engineer will provide Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) Analysis to support various components of Flight Sciences, including air vehicle design, component testing and flight testing. This role will interface regularly with the broader Flight Sciences team, and will be responsible for analysis, data management, best practices, supporting design due diligence and serve as a source of technical guidance to the larger CFD team. This role requires presence in the office 5 days a week.
What you can do:
- Plan, execute, and deliver high-fidelity CFD analyses to support air vehicle design and testing across multiple development phases
- Serve as a technical resource and mentor to other CFD engineers, promoting best practices and engineering rigor
- Develop and maintain aerodynamic databases to support flight simulation and vehicle performance assessment
- Perform analysis of interactional aerodynamics at both component and full-vehicle levels
- Establish robust Design of Experiments (DOE) methodologies and develop repeatable, automated workflows to improve computational efficiency
- Develop and apply CFD methodologies for emerging and unconventional technologies, ensuring sound engineering judgment and credibility
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering teams to conduct trade studies and inform key design decisions
- Support design reviews, technical reviews, and program milestones with high-quality analysis and clear communication
- Perform other duties as assigned
What you can contribute:
- Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant engineering field
- Master’s Degree or Ph.D. preferred
- 10+ years of experience in the aerospace industry (an equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered for this role)
- Demonstrated history of successful contributions in progressively more senior roles
- Strong experience applying state-of-the-art CFD analysis techniques
- Solid foundation in fluid dynamics and aerodynamic theory
- Proven ability to apply CFD to evaluate new and novel aerospace technologies
- Hands-on experience with FUN3D and/or OVERFLOW2 strongly preferred
- Familiarity with rotorcraft comprehensive analysis tools (RCAS, FLIGHTLAB, CAMRAD II) a strong plus
- Experience in VTOL aeromechanics and/or eVTOL vehicle development a strong plus
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- High degree of organization, attention to detail, and analytical rigor
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
- Demonstrated ability to prioritize tasks and deliver within schedule constraints
- Conduct oneself with integrity, professionalism, and discretion
- Ability to travel up to 10% domestically and internationally
Base pay offered may vary depending on skills, experience, job-related knowledge and location. This position is also eligible for a bonus as part of total compensation.
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Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a background check. We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status or any other category or class protected under applicable federal, state or local law. Individuals with disabilities may request a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation at: ta-support@supernal.aero
This position may include access to certain technology and/or software source code subject to U.S. export controls laws and regulations. If an export authorization from an applicable US regulatory agency is required in connection with your employment, your employment is contingent upon Supernal’s receipt of such regulatory authorization(s) and your continued compliance with all conditions and limitations pursuant to such authorization(s).