Aerospace Engineer

Required Skills & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Aerospace Engineering or Mechanical Engineering.
• Strong academic background in Fluid Dynamics, Aerodynamics, and/or Fluid Mechanics.
• 5-7 years of engineering experience.
• Experience supporting at least one full product development lifecycle from concept through production.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, including data analysis and reporting.
• Strong communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to work onsite in Auburn Hills, MI, Monday through Friday.

Nice to Have Skills & Experience

• Aerospace Engineering degree preferred.
• Experience with Visual Basic and Excel macro development.
• Knowledge of incompressible and subsonic flow principles (Mach 0.3 and below).
• Exposure to wind tunnel testing, aerodynamics, CFD, or experimental fluid dynamics.
• Participation in Formula SAE, Solar Car, collegiate engineering teams, or similar hands-on engineering projects.
• Aircraft, motorsports, racing, or aerospace-related interests and experience.

Job Description

Job Summary:

We are seeking an Aerospace Engineer to join a Wind Tunnel Operations team in Auburn Hills, MI. This individual will support aerodynamic testing and wind tunnel activities for vehicle development programs, working closely with a team of aerospace engineers, designers, mechanics, and technical specialists.

This is an excellent opportunity for an engineer with a background in aerodynamics, fluid dynamics, or fluid mechanics who is interested in applying aerospace principles within a product development environment. The selected candidate will be trained to operate the wind tunnel and will play a key role in collecting, monitoring, analyzing, and presenting test data.

Responsibilities:

• Support daily wind tunnel operations and aerodynamic testing activities.
• Learn and operate wind tunnel systems under the guidance of the Wind Tunnel Supervisor.
• Monitor airflow and test conditions during vehicle testing.
• Collect, analyze, and validate test data in real time.
• Utilize Excel, Visual Basic, and macros to process, organize, and report testing results.
• Work closely with aerospace engineers to support aerodynamic development and performance improvements.
• Participate in product development programs from concept through production.
• Present testing results and technical findings to engineering teams and senior leadership.
• Collaborate effectively in a highly team-oriented environment.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives related to testing methods and data analysis.

Compensation Starting At: $30/hr. Exact compensation may vary based on several factors, including skills, experience, and education. Benefit packages for this role will start on the 31st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law