Multiphase Flow Computational Scientist
Air Force Research LaboratoryHighlight
Summary
About the Role
About You
- US Citizenship
- Ph.D. degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Applied Physics, or Computational Mathematics from an accredited academic institution.
- Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance.
- Strong fundamental knowledge on multiphase flow physics and their applications to rocket propulsion or high-speed systems.
- Hands-on scientific research experience using High-Performance Computing (HPC) capabilities.
- Experience with developing and maintaining parallelized research simulation codes in C++, Fortran, and Python.
- Demonstrated experience with code development, simulation data analysis, and communication of results to technical audiences.
- Strong scientific knowledge on current trends in computational multiphase flow physics.
- Experience in modern aspects of data science and data-driven modeling.
- Experience in performing integrated, full-system simulations.
- Knowledge of physicochemical peculiarities associated with cryogens and hypergolic propellants.
- Familiarity with practical engineering aspects of rocket engines and high-speed systems.
- Genuine interest in working with a diverse team to solve multi-disciplinary applied engineering problems.
Benefits
- Eligible for situational telework as determined by agency policy.
WHAT WE DO We lead the discovery, development and delivery of warfighting technologies for our air, space and cyberspace forces. Through unparalleled research, tomorrow’s technology and strategic partnerships, we give our warfighters unmatched advantage in the field. Balancing a legacy of success with a pursuit of innovation, AFRL is uniquely positioned to support the warfighter’s urgent needs and evolving demand to defend America. WHO WE ARE We’re a group of scientists, researchers, entrepreneurs, veterans and academics that push the boundaries of technology, creating a new tomorrow for our warfighters and our world. We never stop testing and we never stop trying. Because around the globe, market and military leaders rely on us to invent the future. WHERE WE WORK To give our warfighters an advantage, we give our team access to facilities and equipment that often exist in no other lab. And our people match this technology; we work alongside the brilliant, the creative and the optimistic. In order to create a better future, we dare to believe it’s possible.