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Airbus

Aerodynamics Engineer

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An Aerospace Engineer designs aircraft, missiles, and spacecraft using knowledge of engineering and physics, and tests prototypes to see if they work according to design. May specialize in aeronautical design and work with airplanes and helicopters, or specialize in astronautical design and work with vehicles used in outer space. May specialize in a particular area of design, such as aerodynamic flow or navigation.

$107,024 / year median in Kansas

+3% projected growth

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Aerodynamics Engineer Airbus • Wichita, Kansas •
PERMANENT
Updated 08/27/2026 Job Description Job Summary
Job Description:
A vacancy for a senior Aerodynamics Engineer has arisen within Airbus Defence & Space in Getafe . The successful applicant will join the team responsible for the aerodynamic development and optimisation of Airbus Defence & Space aircraft, having the opportunity to participate in diverse activities as external shape aerodynamic design, generation of complex and comprehensive aerodynamic models and data on performance, handling qualities and loads in steady and unsteady mode, safe separation analysis and participate in experimental wind tunnel test campaigns; all of them carried out in the multidisciplinary environment of Flight Physics and in collaboration with specialists of the other international partners involved. Tasks & accountabilities Your main tasks and responsibilities will include: Design air vehicle external shapes and provide comprehensive aerodynamic models and data on performance, handling qualities and loads in steady and unsteady mode. Ensure that optimised aerodynamic solutions and data are delivered to customers on TCQ (time, cost, quality). Answer to aerodynamics program specification by developing & maintaining technologies, methods and tools and skills, knowledge and competencies relative to the Aerodynamics disciplines and all support activities or expertise required to meet the Programmes overall design and major components or systems integration needs throughout their life cycles. Contribute to the achievement of all vehicle projects aerodynamic and flight performance requirements within prescribed time, cost and quality objectives. Develop expertise in the appropriate use of numerical and experimental aerodynamic prediction tools. Acquire and develop aerodynamic technologies in a manner consistent with the Company Strategy. Link with external research community in the field of Aerodynamics and multi-disciplinary air vehicle design and optimisation. Link with all disciplines relevant for physics of flight, such as structures, loads, stability & control, mass properties, etc. Required skills We are looking for candidates with the following skills and experience: Educated to Master's degree level in Aerospace Engineering (PhD level in Aerospace Engineering will be valuable). At least 5 years of experience in aerodynamic design and characterisation. Strong experience in meshing and numerical aerodynamic prediction tools. Strong experience in generation aerodynamic databases from experimental and CFD data. Strong experience in CAD tools. Knowledge and experience in wind tunnel test will be valuable. Knowledge and experience in safe separation will be valuable. Knowledge and experience in Python and Matlab will be valuable. English advanced German and/or French will be valuable At Airbus, we support you to work, connect and collaborate more easily and flexibly. Wherever possible, we foster flexible working arrangements to stimulate innovative thinking. This job requires an awareness of any potential compliance risks and a commitment to act with integrity, as the foundation for the Company's success, reputation and sustainable growth.
Company:
Airbus Defence and Space SAU
Employment Type:
Permanent•
Experience Level:
Professional
Job Family:
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