Sr. R&D Engineer (Sr. Aeronautical Engineer)
general dynamicsBothell, WA
Sr. R&D Engineer (Sr. Aeronautical Engineer)
general dynamicsBothell, WALead L6
Aircraft ManufacturingOther Aircraft Parts and Auxiliary Equipment ManufacturingResearch and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences
APPLY NOW (opens in a new tab)Sr. Aeronautical Engineer Seeking a Sr. Aeronautical Engineer skilled in aerodynamic design for precision-guided projectiles. Role includes CFD analysis, trade studies, model development, wind-tunnel support, process optimization, documentation, and cross-team design validation. The impact of the role includes: • Requires in-depth conceptual and practical knowledge in own job discipline and basic knowledge of related job disciplines • Solves complex problems • Works independently, receives minimal guidance • May lead projects or project steps within a broader project or may have accountability for on-going activities or objectives • Acts as a resource for colleagues with less experience • Consistent exercise of discretion & judgment
Essential functions include:
- Conducting research, design, and development activities with the goal of developing new or improved products, processes, or services.
- Collaborating with internal manufacturing partners, contract manufacturers, designers and product specialists to optimize designs for manufacturability.
- Applying research theories, principles, and models when conducting experiments and research activities.
- Conducting market research, tracking projects, building spreadsheets evaluating trade space, designing presentation slides, and executing business-oriented tasks.
- Summarizing research results and communicating findings to internal and external bodies.
- Assessing the scope of research projects and ensuring projects are on time and within budget.
- Developing technical documentation for all projects.
- Utilizing CAD (Computer Aided Design) or CAE (Computer Aided Engineering) systems to model new designs and produce detailed engineering drawings.
Additional responsibilities include:
- Experience includes CFD tools (STAR-CCM+, Fluent, CFD++), building models for performance across Mach regimes, conducting physics-based analyses, aerodynamic trade studies, creating models for simulations, supporting wind-tunnel tests, improving workflows, and performing parametric and optimization studies.
Required qualifications include:
- Required education and experience: Associate's Degree and 5-7 years' experience
- Discipline/Major: Engineering degree required
- Critical professional related technical skills; computer skills: Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
Preferred qualifications include:
- Bachelor's degree. Skills include CFD-based aerodynamic characterization of high-velocity systems, wind-tunnel testing, developing process guidelines, creating and reviewing technical reports and calculations, Matlab/Python/Simulink proficiency, HPC use, building aerodynamic databases, and using tools like PRODAS or Missile Datcom.
Physical requirements include:
- Must be able to remain in a stationary position at a desk and/or computer for extended periods of time.
- Requires regular movement throughout GD-OTS facilities.
- Work primarily in a climate-controlled environment with minimal safety/health hazard potential.
Travel requirements: Up to 25% travel likely. Pay range (USD): 109,871 - 148,649
Pay transparency statement:
The salary range displayed reflects the minimum and maximum for salary for this position. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, internal equity, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the range during the hiring process.
Benefits:
Employees are eligible for medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, and basic life insurance as well as pre-tax spending accounts. Employees are also able to enroll in the company's 401k plan and are eligible for the Non-Contributory Retirement Contribution. In addition to the benefits discussed above, the company offers the following voluntary benefits: Critical Illness Insurance, Accident Insurance, Identify Theft Protection, Enhanced Legal Services, Auto and Home Insurance, Pet Insurance, Commuter Benefits, Hospital Indemnity Insurance, Educational Assistance.
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Level
Lead L6
Location
Bothell, WA
Occupation
Aerospace Engineers
Industry
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