Senior Kinetics DE/CD Engineer

Leidos

. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to develop, validate, and execute CFD simulations for low-speed and high-speed aerodynamic concepts.

Posted 5/1/2026full-timeBeavercreek • Alabama, California, Florida, Ohio, Pennsylvania • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $131,300 - $237,350 per yearWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Python

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to develop, validate, and execute CFD simulations for low-speed and high-speed aerodynamic concepts.
Generate high-quality computational meshes using industry-standard meshing software such as Pointwise or Capstone.
Utilize advanced CFD solvers and codes for aerodynamic analysis and performance prediction.
Conduct 6-DoF performance analysis and support flight dynamics assessments.
Perform Fluid-Structural-Thermal Interaction (FTSI) analyses to evaluate coupled system behavior under operational environments.
Develop and automate analysis workflows using Python and/or MATLAB.
Prepare technical reports, presentations, and documentation to communicate results and recommendations to stakeholders.

Requirements

What you’ll need

12+ years of experience in digital engineering, CFD modeling, simulation, and/or analysis for aerospace applications
Aptitude with CFD meshing tools such as Pointwise or Capstone
Hands-on experience with CFD codes including Kestrel, FUN3D, Cart3D, CBAero, and/or US3D
Experience with digital engineering toolsets like UPBEAT, Model Center, Galaxy, etc.
Strong background in aerodynamics, aircraft performance, stability and control
Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field
Active Secret Clearance required
Excellent communication, technical writing, and teamwork skills.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health and Wellness programs
Income Protection
Paid Leave
Retirement

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Hard Skills & Tools

CFD simulationscomputational meshesCFD solvers6-DoF performance analysisFluid-Structural-Thermal Interaction (FTSI)PythonMATLABCFD modelingCFD analysisaerodynamic analysis

Soft Skills

communicationtechnical writingteamwork

Certifications

Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace EngineeringBachelor’s degree in Mechanical EngineeringActive Secret Clearance