Aerodynamics & Aerothermodynamics Engineer

In this role you design and evaluate aerothermodynamics for space re-entry scenarios, developing CFD models and protecting vehicles with optimized TPS. You work within the Thermal & Environmental Control and Propulsion department to define requirements and support R&D. You translate complex aerothermal data into reliable loads and design choices, while coordinating test campaigns. Your work contributes to mission success and advances space vehicle performance. You join a multidisciplinary team driving innovative solutions for space exploration and defense.

• Assess and define system and mission requirements
• Perform CFD modelling and flow-field simulations; quantify aerothermal loads
• Define thermal protection systems and preliminarily evaluate TPS performance
• Preliminary design optimization of thermal protection and related structures
• Oversee test campaigns and ensure data quality
• Create aerodynamics and aerothermodynamics databases for control
• Support and manage R&D activities

• Master degree in Aerospace Engineering or Physics
• Experience in CFD; industrial or academic background
• Solid fundamentals in fluid dynamics and aerothermodynamics
• Proficiency in programming (Fortran, C++); Matlab
• Knowledge of CFD tools (Metacomp CFD++, Ansys Fluent or equivalent) is a plus
• Team orientation; curiosity, proactivity, autonomy
• Multidisciplinary engineering mindset (fluid-dynamics, thermal, mission analysis, flight dynamics)
• Good English (spoken and written)
• Willingness to travel for business

• teamwork
• curiosity
• proactivity
• CFD modelling
• aerothermodynamics
• Fortran