• Aerodynamic and Acoustic Engineer 1

    Safran (Minneapolis, MN)


    Aerodynamic and Acoustic Engineer 1

    Job details

    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

     

    2025-165320

    Job details

    Domain

     

    Research, design and development

     

    Job field / Job profile

     

    Architecture and systems engineering - Airworthiness

     

    Job title

     

    Aerodynamic and Acoustic Engineer 1

     

    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 is a passion. There is 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 is responsible for planning, managing, and executing aerodynamic and acoustic analysis, design, and testing. The Aerospace Engineer 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 Acoustic Department workload in cooperation with Safran Aero Boosters

     

    - Test Cell aerodynamic and acoustic design, analysis, and test

     

    - CFD modeling and analysis (flow, thermal, acoustic)

     

    - Practice and encourage a First-Time-Right approach for preparation of design deliverables, per approved budget/schedule

     

    - Concept, design development and management for Safran Test Cells projects and R&D, including 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 and Acoustic analysis tools

     

    - Technical support for model and full-scale aerodynamic testing

     

    - Domestic and international travel as required

     

    - Practice and encourage a First-Time-Right approach for preparation of design deliverables, per approved budget/schedule

     

    - Other duties as assigned

     

    Candidate skills & requirements

    Education/Experience:

    - Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, or Aeronautical or related field, with 3+ years of related experience required

     

    - CFD and FEA analysis experience

     

    - Engineering project management experience

    Qualifications:

    - Highly organized, self-starter, team oriented

     

    - Strong analytical skills, CFD, FEA, FMECA, risk assessment

     

    - CAD and CAE; 3D Solid Modeling (Unigraphics NX preferred), Nastran FEA, MATLAB, Ansys and Fluent CFD proficiency

     

    - Proficient with Microsoft Office - Word, Excel and PowerPoint

     

    - Clear and effective written and oral communication

     

    Annual salary

     

    75,000-85,000

     

    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 3 years

     

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

     

    Yes