Aerodynamicist

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Fords Electric Vehicles Digital and Design (EVDD) team is charged with delivering the companys vision of a fully electric transportation future. EVDD is customer-obsessed entrepreneurial and data-driven and is dedicated to delivering industry-leading customer experience for electric vehicle buyers and owners. Youll join an agile team of doers pioneering our EV future by working collaboratively staying focused on only what matters and delivering excellence day in and day out. Join us to make positive change by helping build a better world where every person is free to move and pursue their dreams.

In this position...
Join Ford Advanced EVs Aerodynamics team as an Experimental Aerodynamics Engineer where youll play a critical role in developing the next generation of electric vehicles. This position combines hands-on wind tunnel testing advanced instrumentation development software engineering and cutting-edge AI/ML applications to push the boundaries of automotive aerodynamics. Youll work alongside aerodynamicists from Formula 1 and some of the best EV engineers and designers in the industry contributing to breakthrough technologies that define the future of mobility.

What youll do...

Plan and execute wind tunnel tests across multiple facilities leading model builds instrumentation integration and test readiness

Design and develop innovative measurement systems for wind tunnel models and production vehicles including custom electronics and sensor integration optimized through CFD analysis

Build software tools and automated analytics including analysis scripts and statistical validation metrics integrated into production workflows

Develop AI/ML applications for aerodynamic performance prediction design space exploration flow field interpolation and physics-constrained data enhancement

Run CFD analysis to support experimental programs contribute to correlation efforts and collaborate across engineering teams

Contribute to Fords next generation of electric vehicles.

Youll have...

Masters degree or PhD in Aerospace/Aeronautical Engineering Mechanical Engineering or equivalent combination of relevant education and experience.

o Strong proficiency in Python programming for data analysis and automation

o Experience with CFD software (OpenFOAM StarCCM Fluent or similar)

o Solid understanding of fluid mechanics fundamentals and experimental methods

o Hands-on experience with instrumentation (pressure measurement flow diagnostics sensor integration)

Problem-Solving

o Demonstrated ability to work independently on ambiguous problems from concept to completion

o Ability to think creatively and champion innovative designs

Communication:

o Ability to document work clearly and present technical information effectively

Even better you may have...
Experimental Expertise:

o Experience with wind tunnel testing and model operations

o Knowledge of fluid measurement techniques (Pitot/Kiel probes hot-wire anemometry PIV surface pressure measurement)

o Familiarity with calibration methods and measurement uncertainty analysis

Design & Manufacturing:

o CAD proficiency (CATIA NX Creo or SolidWorks)

o Experience designing test hardware and instrumentation systems

o Understanding of manufacturing processes for rapid prototyping

Software & Data Science:

o MATLAB or similar analysis tools

o Experience with version control (Git) and collaborative software development

o Familiarity with machine learning frameworks (PyTorch TensorFlow scikit-learn)

o Data visualization and dashboard creation

Advanced Capabilities:

o Machine learning or AI applications in engineering (surrogate modeling optimization data-driven methods)

o Physics-informed neural networks or scientific computing

o Electronics and PCB design for custom instrumentation

o 3D scanning and metrology techniques

Hands-On Experience:

o Formula SAE Formula Student or other motorsports experience

o Personal projects demonstrating initiative and technical depth

What Makes You Stand Out

First principles thinking: You dont just follow proceduresyou understand the why behind them

Ownership mentality: You take projects from concept through completion without dropping the ball

Continuous improvement mindset: Youre always looking for ways to optimize processes and reduce costs

Genuine curiosity: You have a hunger to learn beyond your immediate responsibilities

Proactive problem-solver: You dont wait around when you hit roadblocks

Collaborative spirit: You work well across disciplines and communicate effectively

You may not check every box or your experience may look a little different from what weve outlined but if you think you can bring value to Ford Motor Company we encourage you to apply!

As an established global company we offer the benefit of choice. You can choose what your Ford future will look like: will your story span the globe or keep you close to home Will your career be a deep dive into what you love or a series of new teams and new skills Will you be a leader a changemaker a technical expert a culture builderor all of the above No matter what you choose we offer a work life that works for you including:
Immediate medical dental vision and prescription drug coverage
Flexible family care days paid parental leave new parent ramp-up programs subsidized back-up child care and more
Family building benefits including adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement fertility treatments and more
Vehicle discount program for employees and family members and management leases
Tuition assistance
Established and active employee resource groups
Paid time off for individual and team community service
A generous schedule of paid holidays including the week between Christmas and New Years Day
Paid time off and the option to purchase additional vacation time.

This position is a salary grade 7 and ranges from $.

For more information on salary and benefits click here: sponsorship is available for this position.

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