• Aerodynamic and Acoustic Engineer 2

    Safran (New Brighton, MN)


    Aerodynamic and Acoustic Engineer 2

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    General information

    Entity

    Safran is an international high-technology group, operating in the aviation (propulsion, equipment and interiors), defense and space markets. Its core purpose is to contribute to a safer, more sustainable world, where air transport is more environmentally friendly, comfortable and accessible. Safran has a global presence, with 100,000 employees and sales of 27.3 billion euros in 2024, and holds, alone or in partnership, world or regional leadership positions in its core markets.

     

    Safran is in the 2nd place in the aerospace and defense industry in TIME magazine's "World's best companies 2024" ranking.

     

    As a worldwide leader in its sector, Safran Aero Boosters designs, develops and produces modules, equipment and test cells for aircraft and space engines. Based in Belgium, Safran Aero Boosters has two subsidiaries in the United States and employs 1,700 people.

     

    Reference number

     

    2025-165321

    Job details

    Domain

     

    Research, design and development

     

    Job field / Job profile

     

    Architecture and systems engineering - Airworthiness

     

    Job title

     

    Aerodynamic and Acoustic Engineer 2

     

    Employment type

     

    Permanent

     

    Professional category

     

    Employees / Staff

     

    Part time / Full time

     

    Full-time

    Job description

    Summary:

    Are you ready to be part of a team that drives big ideas and even bigger wins. At Safran, we believe in the power of both collaboration and individual contributions. We understand that it takes diverse perspectives, problem-solving skills, dependability, and trust to push each other forward and achieve great success. For us, working here is more than just a job; it's a passion. There's the unique opportunity to lead the way in aerospace and defense and contribute to creating a safer and more sustainable world.

     

    Under the direction of the Director of Engineering, the Aerospace Engineer 2 is responsible for planning, managing, and executing aerodynamic and acoustic analysis, design, and testing. The Aerospace Engineer 2 will contribute to team efforts by supporting sales proposals through performance predictions and technical presentations along with planning and managing workload with Safran Aero Boosters.

    Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

    - Plan and manage Aero Department workload in cooperation with Safran Aero Boosters.

     

    - Responsible for test cell aerodynamic design, analysis, and testing.

     

    - Responsible for CFD modeling and analysis including flow and thermal.

     

    - Ensure quality adherence to budget and schedule constraints.

     

    - Responsible for the concept, design, development and management of Safran Test Cells' projects.

     

    - Participate in regular reporting and the development of the analytical work scope, estimated costs and schedules.

     

    - Support sales proposals with analysis, reports, performance predictions and technical presentations.

     

    - Maintain and improve Safran Test Cells' Aerodynamic analysis tools.

     

    - Provide technical support for model and full-scale aerodynamic testing.

     

    - Provide technical support for Safran Test Cells' acoustic efforts.

     

    - Actively participate in a continuous improvement culture providing recommendations and implementing enhancements to current methods and procedures.

     

    - Other duties as assigned.

     

    Candidate skills & requirements

    Education/Experience:

    - Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, or Aeronautical or related field with 4+ years of related experience required.

     

    - MS in Mechanical, Aerospace, or Aeronautical Engineering or related field preferred.

     

    - Engineering project management experience preferred.

    Qualifications:

    - Proficient in Ansys Fluent CFD.

     

    - Working knowledge of least two of the following: MATLAB, 3D Solid Modeling (Unigraphics NX preferred), CAD, CAE, and Nastran FEA.

     

    - Ability to develop and deliver compelling presentations.

     

    - Strong communication skills both verbal and written with a proven ability to be assertive yet approachable delivering a positive customer service experience.

     

    - Demonstrate accuracy and thoroughness; actively seeks opportunities to improve and promote quality and monitors own work to ensure quality is met.

     

    - Self-motivated, driven, organized, detail oriented, able to multi-task, prioritize and excel in a fast-paced environment.

     

    - Solid analytical and problem-solving skills including problem identification, analysis, action planning and execution.

     

    - Knowledge of risk assessments including FEA and FMECA.

     

    - Proficient in MS Office programs to include Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook.

     

    - Able and willing to travel up to 10% of the time both domestically and internationally.

     

    Annual salary

     

    88,000-95,000

     

    Job location

     

    Job location

     

    North America, United States, Minnesota, Minneapolis

     

    City (-ies)

     

    651 Campus Drive, Suite 100, New Brighton, MN 55112

     

    Applicant criteria

     

    Minimum education level achieved

     

    Bachelor's Degree

     

    Minimum experience level required

     

    More than 5 years

     

    ITAR Controlled Position: Select "Yes" if role requires U.S. citizenship/permanent residency

     

    Yes