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Aerodynamic Engineer

Toyoyama, Aichi

Outline of the Job

We are seeking an experienced Aerodynamics Engineer to join our team and play a pivotal role in the development of our eVTOL aircraft. The ideal candidate will have expertise in at least one of the following areas—design, analysis, testing, or data interpretation—while demonstrating the flexibility and willingness to contribute across various aerodynamic functions as needed.

  • Develop and optimize aerodynamic surfaces and configurations to meet performance, stability, and efficiency targets, ensuring compliance with certification standards.
  • Conduct computational fluid dynamics (CFD) simulations to evaluate aerodynamic performance, load distributions, and flow characteristics.
  • Plan, execute, and analyze results from wind tunnel and flight tests, ensuring alignment with both design objectives and regulatory requirements.
  • Collaborate with certification teams to provide technical documentation, analysis, and test data required for type certification.
  • Interpret aerodynamic data to diagnose performance issues and propose solutions that align with certification criteria.
  • Work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure an integrated and certifiable aircraft design.
  • Participate in design reviews, trade studies, and risk assessments with a focus on achieving certification milestones.
  • Stay informed about evolving regulatory requirements and incorporate them into the design process.

Job Highlight

  • Opportunity to contribute directly to the development of cutting-edge eVTOL aircraft and influence key design decisions.
  • Work on type certification efforts, gaining valuable experience in regulatory processes and compliance.
  • Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team in a fast-paced, innovative, and supportive startup environment.
  • Engage in challenging and varied tasks, from CFD analysis to wind tunnel and flight testing.
  • Be part of a mission-driven team shaping the future of urban air mobility.

Essential Skills

  • 5+ years of experience in aerodynamic design, analysis, or testing in aerospace industries.
  • Experience with aerodynamics database to make control law  from the result of aerodynamics analysis.
  • Proficiency with aerodynamics design and simulation tools(aero performance software and CFD etc.).
  • Experience with multidisciplinary optimization (MDO) and knowledge of aerostructure.
  • Knowledge of regulatory frameworks.

Desirable Skills

  • Experience in aerodynamic design and analysis for rotorcraft development.
  • Strong understanding of VTOL performance, and aerodynamic interactions.
  • Experience with wind tunnel instrumentation, data acquisition systems, and calibration methods.
  • Hands-on experience in flight testing, including test planning and post-flight analysis.
  • Familiarity with automation and scripting tools (e.g., Python, MATLAB) for analysis workflows.
  • Understanding of propulsion-airframe integration and its aerodynamic implications.
  • Experience in creating technical documentation and reports to support type certification.

Target Candidate

  • Those who have a strong motivation to build and shape organizations, structures, and processes
  • Clear communication skills
  • Goal-oriented workers with ability to detect problem at early stage and analytical problem-solving skills

 

Type of Employment

  • Permanent Employee or Contract Employee
  • Probationary period: 3~6 month

Place of Employment

  • Nagoya Airport Office: Nagoya Airport Terminal Building 2nd floor, Toyoba, Toyoyama-Cho, Nishikasugai, Aichi Prefecture
  • Scope of Change: Places determined by the Company (including places where telework is performed)

Working Hours

  • Flextime or Discretionary labor system
  • Basic working hours: Start 9:00　End 18:00（Including 1hour break time）

Holidays

  • 115 days off per year（Saturday / Sundays / Newyear holidays（12/29～1/3） / Company designated holidays）
  • Annual paid leave
  • Refresh leave (Granted after 1, 3, 4, 5 years of service)

Salary

  • Annual salary paid in 12 monthly installments (including fixed overtime allowance)
  • To be determined based on skills, experience, and abilities

Expenses

  • Commuting allowance, business trip allowance, moving allowance, etc.
  • Relocation Packages
    *There are some conditions.

Social Insurance

  • Health insurance
  • Employee pension (according to Japan standards)
  • Employment insurance
  • Worker’s accident compensation insurance

Scope of Work Change

  • Reassignment may occur to any other work.

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