Senior Aerodynamics Engineer - CFD

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NEW SENIOR AERODYNAMICS ENGINEER - CFD JOB AVAILABLE NEAR SUNBURY-ON-THAMES, SURREY

  • Hybrid Working – Flexible hours + 1 day WFH or extra annual leave

  • Cutting-edge Research and Product Development

  • Great company culture with a collaborative, multi-disciplinary team

  • Private healthcare, life assurance, and more

    THE COMPANY OVERVIEW
    We’re on the lookout for a bright and curious Senior Aerodynamics Engineer to join a pioneering technology business based near Sunbury-on-Thames, Surrey. With over two decades of expertise in ultrasonic wind sensing, this company has built a strong global reputation in wind energy, meteorology, marine and defence markets.

    Working with a highly talented team of engineers and scientists across the UK and Europe, they are constantly innovating — blending computational fluid dynamics, acoustics, and data science to push the boundaries of sensor performance. With recent company growth and investment, now is the perfect time to join the next phase of their R&D journey.

    THE JOB
    As a Senior Aerodynamics Engineer, you’ll play a key role in the research team, focusing on the development, optimisation, and validation of sensor performance through advanced CFD modelling and experimentation. This will include analysing aerodynamic, aeroacoustic, and thermal behaviours, creating multi-physics models, and supporting the development of digital twin technologies.

    You’ll also take ownership of research projects (or sub-projects), work collaboratively with cross-functional teams, and contribute to the company’s IP portfolio. Your work will directly impact the future direction of innovative wind sensing products.

    WHAT IS REQUIRED FROM YOU



An academic background in Aerodynamics or Aeronautics with a specialism in CFD

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Significant post-doctoral or industry experience applying CFD modelling

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Expertise in RANS, LES turbulence modelling, and aerothermal analysis

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Experience validating CFD models with experimental data

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Proven track record of publishing in peer-reviewed journals or international conferences

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Proficient in Python (or similar) for data analysis

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Strong communication skills and a creative, analytical mindset

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Ability to work independently and lead on technical challenges

Desirable Skills

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Specialisation in subsonic, transitional or separated flow

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Experience with transition models and commercial CFD tools (e.g. ENGYS, COMSOL)

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Exposure to Linux and high-performance computing environments

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