Job Description

Job Description

Responsibilities include the development and application of Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) Physics-Based Models and Simulation supporting the design, testing, and integration of weapon systems and components. The position is within the Fluid and Thermal Sciences group of the Applied Physics department. The group is responsible for executing the thermal and fluid analysis and testing of weapon systems. The candidate will be responsible for developing and using numerical and semi-empirical models to enhance the understanding and support the design process in broad areas involving fluid and thermal. The candidate must be able to work effectively within an interdisciplinary team environment, project leadership, mentor, and guide the work of junior team members.
 

Typical Education and Experience

Typically a Bachelor's Degree and 6 years work experience or equivalent experience

Required Skills and Education

• Bachelor degree in Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering and 6 years of experience.
• Demonstrated expertise in Computational Fluid Dynamics and Heat Transfer
• Demonstrated experience in development and implementation of Physics-based models
• Solid understanding of underlying principles of fluid mechanics and heat transfer.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively within a multi-disciplinary group.
• Practical understanding of heating and cooling systems.
• Hands-on experience with instrumented hardware testing.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.

Preferred Skills and Education

• Master’s and PhD degrees in Mechanical or Aerospace engineering with emphasis in fluid mechanics and heat transfer.
• Demonstrated ability to abstract problems to tractable forms
• Hands-on relevant experience with Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) analysis including model development, model validation, and interpretation of results.
• Experience with military vehicle systems, subsystems, or components for power generation, power distribution and survivability.
• Experience with leveraging CFD/thermal analysis tools to perform detailed component level analysis to assess cooling performance of electronic components under realistic forcing condition.
• Demonstrated ability in working effectively within a multi-disciplinary team to understand objectives, gather information, plan and execute analysis, and communicate results across the organization to decision makers.

About BAE Systems Platforms & Services Posting

BAE Systems, Inc. is a defense, aerospace, and security company headquartered in Falls Church, Virginia, with more than 40,000 employees worldwide. We serve, supply, and protect those who protect us. As one of the most geographically diverse international defense companies, we deliver a full range of products and services spanning air, land, maritime, space, and cyber, including advanced electronics, intelligence solutions, and dedicated customer support.

Our culture is performance-driven and values-led, built on curiosity, creativity, and collaboration. Purpose isn't a tagline here. It's what drives us. We're developing breakthrough technologies that defend national security and make a lasting impact on our communities and our planet. When you join BAE Systems, you're not just building a career. You're contributing to a mission that truly matters.

This position will be posted for at least 5 calendar days. The posting will remain active until the position is filled, or a qualified pool of candidates is identified.