Research Engineer II

Job Summary

Research Engineer II – Atlanta, Georgia (Full-Time, Regular) – The Daniel Guggenheim School of Aerospace Engineering at the Georgia Institute of Technology invites applications for a Research Engineer II position. This role supports sponsored research in the modeling and simulation of turbulent reacting multiphase flows in propulsion and power systems. The successful candidate will conduct high-fidelity computational research using Large Eddy Simulation (LES) and Direct Numerical Simulation (DNS) to investigate complex turbulent reacting flows in aerospace propulsion applications, including gas turbines, scramjets, and liquid rocket systems.

Responsibilities include simulation development, model validation, data analysis, reporting, and dissemination of results.

• Conduct high‑fidelity LES and DNS simulations of geometrically complex turbulent reacting flows relevant to propulsion and power systems.
• Develop, implement, and validate computational models and numerical methods within specialized research codes.
• Optimize and execute simulation cases on advanced high‑performance computing platforms.
• Process, analyze, and interpret large simulation datasets.
• Support sponsored research deliverables, including milestone reporting and technical documentation.
• Publish research findings in peer‑reviewed journals and present at technical conferences.
• Contribute to proposal development and expansion of externally funded research programs.
• Assist in mentoring graduate students and supporting broader research program activities.

• A Master's degree in Aerospace Engineering and three (3) years of relevant full‑time experience after completion of that degree.
• A Master's degree in Aerospace Engineering, and five (5) years of relevant full‑time experience after completion of a Bachelor's degree.
• A Doctoral degree.

• Ph.D. in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a closely related field.
• Demonstrated expertise in turbulence modeling, LES, and DNS.
• Experience developing, validating, and implementing subfilter/subgrid‑scale models.
• Strong background in high‑performance computing (HPC), including massively parallel computing on large‑scale heterogeneous systems.
• Experience with CFD code development and optimization for multi‑core architectures and GPU‑accelerated platforms.
• Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, Fortran, C, and MATLAB.
• Experience with advanced data processing and large‑scale simulation post‑processing.
• Record of peer‑reviewed publications and conference presentations in fluid dynamics, combustion, or related fields.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary research environment and communicate technical results effectively.

Applicants should submit a letter of application, curriculum vitae, and the names and contact information for three references. Application materials should be submitted as PDF files.

Requests for information may be directed to Marva White (marva.white).

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• This is not a supervisory position.
• This position does not have any financial responsibilities.
• This position will not be required to drive.
• This role is not considered a position of trust.
• This position does not require a purchasing card (P‑Card).
• This position will not travel.
• This position does not require security clearance.

The candidate of choice will be required to pass a pre‑employment background screening.