Computational Aeroelasticity Developer

**At Cadence, we hire and develop leaders and innovators who want to make an impact on the world of technology.** ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- **Computational Aeroelasticity Software Developer** **Position Overview** Cadence Design Systems is seeking a highly motivated Computational Aeroelasticity Software Developer to contribute to the development of next-generation aeroelastic and aerothermoelastic simulation technologies spanning subsonic through hypersonic flight applications. This role is ideal for a recent Ph.D. graduate, postdoctoral researcher, or early-career engineer with research experience in computational aeroelasticity, multidisciplinary simulation, scientific computing, or related fields. **Key Responsibilities** **Computational Aeroelasticity & Aerothermoelasticity Development** Contribute to the development, verification, validation, and deployment of advanced aeroelastic simulation capabilities, including: **Low-Fidelity Methods** * Panel methods, Doublet Lattice Method (DLM), and Vortex Lattice Method (VLM) * Generalized aerodynamic force generation * Linearized and frequency-domain aerodynamic modeling **Medium-Fidelity Methods** * Hybrid CFD-panel methodologies * Reduced-order and surrogate modeling * Transonic correction techniques * Time-domain aeroelastic formulations * Flexible vehicle dynamic simulation methods **High-Fidelity Methods** * CFD-based aeroelasticity using Euler and Navier-Stokes solvers * Fluid-structure interaction (FSI) and CFD-CSD coupling * Nonlinear aeroelasticity and aerothermoelasticity * High-speed and hypersonic aeroelastic analysis Support the development of solutions for: * Static and dynamic aeroelasticity * Flutter prediction * Divergence and control reversal * Gust response and aeroservoelasticity * Buffet response and limit-cycle oscillations * Nonlinear aeroelastic behavior Work with senior technical staff to transition advanced research concepts into production-quality commercial software. **Hypersonic & High-Speed Flight Simulation** Contribute to the development of simulation technologies for high-speed and hypersonic vehicle applications, including: * Hypersonic aerodynamics and aerothermodynamics * Shock-wave/boundary-layer interactions * Thermal-structural coupling and aerothermoelasticity * High-temperature flight environments * Flight stability and control at high Mach numbers Participate in the implementation and validation of numerical methods such as: * Piston theory * Supersonic and hypersonic aerodynamic methods * Shock-expansion techniques * Reduced-order models * CFD-based aeroelastic methodologies Prior research experience in one or more of these areas is highly desirable. **Multidisciplinary Simulation & Structural Dynamics** Collaborate with structural dynamics, CFD, and multiphysics development teams to build integrated simulation workflows. Contribute to: * Modal analysis and structural dynamics * Dynamic response analysis * Eigenvalue extraction methods * Coupled aerodynamic-structural simulations * Thermal stress and buckling analyses * Large-scale finite element modeling Support applications involving: * Commercial and military aircraft * Rotorcraft and UAVs * Hypersonic vehicles * Space and launch systems * Advanced aerospace and defense platforms **Scientific Software Development** Develop robust and scalable commercial software capabilities, including: * Numerical algorithms and solver development * Scientific software architecture * APIs and workflow automation * Multiphysics integration frameworks * Verification and validation methodologies * Automated testing and continuous integration practices Participate in the full software development lifecycle from research prototype to commercial product deployment. **High-Performance Computing** Contribute to the development and optimization of scalable simulation technologies using: * Parallel computing concepts * MPI, OpenMP, GPU, or accelerator technologies * Cloud and distributed computing environments Optimize algorithms for large-scale engineering simulations and advanced aerospace workflows. Prior experience is beneficial but not required. **Customer & Industry Engagement** Work with technical experts, product teams, and customers to: * Understand aerospace simulation requirements * Support technical demonstrations **Required Qualifications** **Education** * Ph.D. with outstanding research experience in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Applied Mechanics, Computational Engineering, or a related field. * Research specialization in computational aeroelasticity, aerodynamics, CFD, structural dynamics, or multidisciplinary simulation. **Experience** * 0–5 years of industrial experience, or equivalent graduate/postdoctoral research experience. * Demonstrated research experience in aeroelasticity spanning low to high speed flight regimes. * Experience developing research software, computational tools, or numerical simulation capabilities. * Ability to translate research concepts into practical engineering solutions. * Record of technical publications, research projects, or thesis work in relevant areas. **Technical Skills** **Aerodynamics** * Knowledge of potential flow methods, panel methods, DLM, or VLM * Understanding of subsonic, transonic, supersonic, or hypersonic aerodynamics * Familiarity with CFD fundamentals and numerical methods **Aeroelasticity** * Coursework or research in flutter, dynamic aeroelasticity, gust response, or aeroservoelasticity * Familiarity with aeroelastic modeling and reduced-order methods * Exposure to aerothermoelasticity or high-speed aeroelasticity is a plus **Structural Dynamics & FEA** * Modal analysis and structural dynamics fundamentals * Finite element methods and numerical analysis * Dynamic response and eigenvalue analysis **Software Development** * Programming experience in C++ and Python. * Experience developing scientific or engineering software leveraging AI * Experience in software engineering best practices **High-Performance Computing** * Familiarity with parallel computing concepts * Exposure to MPI, OpenMP, CUDA, GPU computing is desirable **Professional Skills** * Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities * Passion for computational engineering and simulation technology * Ability to learn new technical domains quickly * Excellent written and verbal communication skills * Ability to work effectively in multidisciplinary teams * Customer-focused mindset with strong collaboration skills **Preferred Qualifications** * Ph.D. research focused on computational aeroelasticity, aerothermoelasticity, CFD, structural dynamics, or hypersonics * Publications in recognized aerospace journals or conferences * Experience with commercial or research simulation tools such as MSC Nastran, Abaqus, ZAERO, FUN3D, SU2, SCFLOW, Fidelity, CHARLES, Fluent, STAR-CCM+, CFD++, or equivalent * Experience with multidisciplinary design optimization (MDO) * Exposure to machine learning, AI, or reduced-order modeling techniques * Experience with HPC environments and large-scale simulations * Participation in collaborative research programs with aerospace organizations, government laboratories, or universities **We’re doing work that matters. Help us solve what others can’t.** -------------------------------------------------------------------