Job Description

We are looking for a visionary and technically accomplished Head of CFD and Simulation to lead our simulation efforts across diverse high-performance engineering projects. This senior leadership role requires a strong foundation in computational fluid dynamics, proven team leadership, and the ability to shape simulation strategy and innovation. You will be responsible for driving the development and implementation of state-of-the-art CFD tools and methodologies, including AI and machine learning integration, managing a growing team of engineers, and ensuring that simulation plays a pivotal role in our product development and performance optimisation efforts.

Key Responsibilities:

Strategic Leadership: Define and lead the CFD and simulation strategy, aligning with business and technical objectives across programs.

Team Management: Build, manage, and mentor a high-performing team of CFD and simulation engineers, fostering a culture of excellence, innovation, and collaboration.

Technical Oversight: Guide the execution of all CFD projects, ensuring technical accuracy, relevance, and alignment with experimental data and real-world performance.

Method Development: Oversee the continuous development of internal CFD tools, scripts, and workflows to improve accuracy, automation, and scalability.

AI & Machine Learning Integration: Champion the integration of AI and ML techniques within the CFD and aerodynamic toolchain to enhance predictive capabilities, automate workflows, and derive insights from large datasets.

Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with the aerodynamics, design, experimental testing, and software development teams to ensure simulation is fully integrated within the product development cycle.

Stakeholder Engagement: Act as the primary technical contact for simulation-related topics, including external clients, partners, and suppliers.

Innovation and Research: Maintain awareness of emerging technologies, academic research, and industry trends. Promote collaboration with academia and external partners to remain at the forefront of CFD advancements.

HPC & Software Infrastructure: Lead decisions on computational resources, cloud/HPC usage, software licensing, and development pipelines.

Governance and Quality: Ensure that simulation deliverables meet internal standards for quality, reproducibility, and traceability.

Requirements:

Master's degree or PhD in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.

Significant hands-on experience in CFD and simulation, a minimum of 3 years professional experience would be expected

A good level of experience in a technical or team leadership role, with an expected minimum of 2 years in such a leadership role

Deep expertise in aerodynamics, turbulence modelling, and numerical methods.

Strong experience with CFD software (preferably STAR-CCM+), including pre-/post-processing tools (ANSA, EnSight, ParaView).

Proficient across a range of programming languages, incuding Python, Java, JavaScript, HTML, C++; capable of directing software/tool development initiatives, and with demonstrated experience of using these tools in a professional environment

Solid knowledge of Linux-based systems, scripting (Bash, PowerShell, VBA), and HPC cluster management (SLURM or similar), including direct experience of setting up and maintaining HPC systems

Experience integrating simulation workflows with CAD (e.g., SolidWorks, CATIA).

Experience applying AI/ML methods to CFD or aerodynamics challenges is highly desirable.

Excellent project management, organizational, and communication skills.

Demonstrated ability to lead multidisciplinary teams and drive continuous improvement.

A strong team player with excellent interpersonal skills, a 'can-do' attitude, and a proactive approach to problem-solving.

Exposure to full stack development, cloud computing, or data science is a plus.

What We Offer:

Competitive salary and benefits.

A leadership role within a cutting-edge engineering organization.

Opportunity to shape the future of CFD and simulation capabilities at scale.

An environment that values innovation, autonomy, and technical excellence.

To Apply: Please submit your CV, cover letter, salary expectations, and earliest availability to info@aero-dynamique.com by 30th June 2025.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

Company pension On-site parking
Schedule:

Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 30/06/2025