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Principal Aerodynamics Engineer
Full time•on-site•El Segundo•$192k - $221k
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Candidates must have a BS in engineering or physics and at least 5 years of relevant experience in hypersonic vehicle development. Experience with CFD simulations, wind tunnel campaigns, and managing aerodynamic data is essential.
What you'll do
- Lead the aerodynamic development of Varda’s next reentry vehicle, focusing on entry dynamics, hypersonic maneuvering, and terminal approach.
- Oversee aerodynamic testing and simulations to ensure vehicle performance and safety.
About Varda Space Industries
Low Earth orbit is open for business. Varda is accelerating the development of commercial space infrastructure, from in-orbit pharmaceutical processing to reliable and economical reentry capsules.
Reusable rockets have lowered the cost of access to space and opened up a range of in-space activities. Now that access to space is cheap, it’s what we do there that counts.
From new, life-saving pharmaceuticals to more powerful fiber optic cables, there is a world of products used on Earth today that can only be manufactured in space. Varda is accelerating innovation in the orbital economy and creating products that will benefit life on Earth. Our mission is to expand the economic bounds of humankind.
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What does Varda Space Industries pay for a Principal Aerodynamics Engineer ?
Varda Space Industries offers a competitive compensation package for the Principal Aerodynamics Engineer role. The salary range is USD 193k - 221k per year. Apply through Clera to learn more about the full compensation details.
What does a Principal Aerodynamics Engineer do at Varda Space Industries?
As a Principal Aerodynamics Engineer at Varda Space Industries, you will: lead the aerodynamic development of Varda’s next reentry vehicle, focusing on entry dynamics, hypersonic maneuvering, and terminal approach.; oversee aerodynamic testing and simulations to ensure vehicle performance and safety..
Is the Principal Aerodynamics Engineer position at Varda Space Industries remote?
The Principal Aerodynamics Engineer position at Varda Space Industries is based in El Segundo, United States and is on-site. Contact the company through Clera for specific work arrangement details.
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