Aerodynamics Expert - Remote

Job description

Aerodynamics Expert

Role Type: Contractor

Location: Global, Remote

Schedule: ~15 hrs/week, Flexible

Pay: $80–$130/hour

micro1 is seeking Aerodynamics Experts to support an AI training project involving CFD, aerodynamic analysis, engineering simulations, and Python. No prior AI experience is required.

Key Responsibilities

- Solve and validate aerodynamic and fluid-dynamics problems.

- Develop computational models, geometries, meshes, and solver configurations.

- Run and automate CFD workflows using Python and CLI-based tools.

- Analyze lift, drag, pressure, velocity, and other simulation results.

- Diagnose mesh, convergence, stability, turbulence, and boundary-condition issues.

- Perform validation, sanity checks, and mesh-independence studies.

- Review AI-generated engineering solutions for technical accuracy.

Required Skills

- Aerodynamics

- Fluid Mechanics & CFD

- Python

- Computational Modeling & Simulation

- Mesh & Solver Configuration

- Numerical Validation & Troubleshooting

- Technical Problem-Solving

Qualifications

- MS/PhD in Aerospace/Mechanical Engineering, or BS + 1–2 years of relevant aerodynamics experience.

- Strong aerodynamics and CFD knowledge with practical Python experience.

- Experience with CLI/programmatic tools such as OpenFOAM, SU2, Gmsh, FEniCSx, SciPy, or equivalent.

- Ability to clearly communicate technical reasoning and engineering trade-offs.