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Senior Aerodynamics Engineer

Preston, England, gbπŸ’Ό Full-timeπŸ—“ 2026-09-28 β†’ 2026-09-30

Core

Conduct aerodynamic analysis, loads assessment, and aeroelasticity evaluations for fast jet aircraft development and performance.

Role type

Senior IC aerodynamics engineer (military aircraft)

Builds

Fast jet platforms and complex military aircraft systems

Domain

Defence / Aerospace

Required skills

Aerodynamic analysis, Static and dynamic loads analysis, Aeroelasticity assessment, Stores release and jettison analysis, Technical documentation, Multidisciplinary collaboration

Preferred skills

Flight test data interpretation, Aircraft airworthiness and certification processes, Military aircraft programme experience

Technologies

Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD), Finite Element Analysis (FEA), Flight test data tools

Responsibilities

Conduct aerodynamic analysis and assessments for fast jet aircraft, Perform static and dynamic loads analysis, Support stores release and jettison activities, Undertake aeroelasticity assessments, Work with multidisciplinary teams to resolve technical challenges, Produce technical documentation and present engineering findings

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC

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