Flight Sciences / Aerodynamics
CurrentAeromodeling: Develop and update C++ and Matlab models. Develop kinematic simulation for inlet cover ejection, working closely with the mechanical team on the design and the wind tunnel team on test planning. Provide oversight to new hires in aeromodeling tools and standards.Wind Tunnel Testing: Support subsonic to high-speed testing, including pre-test planning, post-test documentation and data analysis.Flight Testing: Data reduction and analysis on high speed and gun-launched systems.Staging: Analyze trade study CFD and wind tunnel databases to understand the design space for a complex staging event. Participate on a team developing and improving our kinematic simulation.Propulsion: Support solid rocket motor development. Utilize trajectory optimization (OTIS) to support air-breathing engine trade studies. Define fuel system requirements.CFD: Post-process results in a Linux environment and create flow visualization to aid aerodynamic analysis.