Aerodynamics Engineer

At Elysian Aircraft, we're not just building a company; we're crafting a vision for the future of aviation. With the sky as our canvas, we see endless possibilities on our journey. Supported by industry leaders and global organizations, our mission to create the aircraft of the future is already taking flight. We are building a team of passionate, creative, and ambitious individuals to help redefine the way the world flies.

Role mission:

As Aerodynamics Engineer, you’ll work alongside our Flight Physics team to support the development of our next generation aircraft. Your mission will be diverse:

• Generate robust aerodynamic evidence (including the design of aerodynamic surfaces, numerical and experimental characterization) in order to improve aerodynamic efficiency, stability & control, and propulsion-airframe integration.
• Establish and maintain a traceable aerodynamic dataset that can be confidently used by the flight dynamics, flight controls, loads and performance teams.
• Reduce uncertainty through a combination of disciplined CFD practices, wind tunnel testing, and scaled flight testing.

If you’re excited by the challenge of turning an industry myth into a real aircraft, Apply -- even if you don’t tick every box. We value different paths, backgrounds, and perspectives, and we know high potential doesn’t come in one “standard” shape.

What you’ll do

• Own aerodynamic work packages end-to-end: problem definition, method selection, execution, results, and review closure.
• Run and improve numerical analyses (from low-fidelity models to CFD, including setup, mesh strategy, sensitivity checks) and make results reproducible.
• Build and maintain an aerodynamic database with clear version control, that downstream users (loads/performance/flight controls) can trust. This includes clearly stated assumptions, uncertainty bounds, and margins.
• Define and support experimental validation activities (wind tunnel/rig/scaled flight test): objectives, test matrix, and model configuration.

Traits for Success

• MSc in Aerospace Engineering (or equivalent relevant fluid dynamics domain).
• 2-4 years’ experience delivering aerodynamic analyses used for real design decisions.
• Strong CFD competence (setup through post-processing), including basic verification practices (grid/convergence sensitivity awareness).
• Ability to use lower-order tools where appropriate (move fast, then confirm with higher fidelity).
• Experience creating and maintaining an aero dataset/database with traceability to geometry and conditions.
• Solid fundamentals in aerodynamics and fluid mechanics; you can explain why a result makes sense (or doesn’t).
• Scripting/data handling skills (e.g., Python) to automate post-processing and improve repeatability.
• Evidence-first documentation: concise technical notes that survive review and enable others to reuse your work.
• A collaborative, proactive mindset and a natural curiosity for solving engineering problems.
• Ability to communicate well in a team and not being afraid to ask questions or share ideas.

Nice-to-have

• Proficiency in CAD surface lofting (CATIA)
• Wind tunnel test planning and/or data reduction experience.
• Aero-propulsive/ducted fan/propulsor integration experience.
• Shape optimisation or parametric geometry workflows.
• Experience with electric aircraft, AAM, or other unconventional configurations.
• Exposure to aeroacoustics or community-noise relevant analysis (concept-to-practice level).