We’reÌýbuildingÌýaircraftÌýthat fly faster, further, and to space.Ìý
HypersonixÌýis an Australian aerospace engineering and advanced manufacturing company building hydrogen-powered scramjetÌýaircraft. We work at the bleeding edge of hypersonic technology, deliveringÌýaircraftÌýthat fly faster, reach further, and open new pathways to spaceÌý– andÌýwe’reÌýa small, highly capable team doing work thatÌýgenuinelyÌýmatters.Ìý
The OpportunityÌý
´¡²õÌý²¹²ÔÌýAerothermal Engineer II,Ìýyou’llÌýown theÌýmodelling and analysis ofÌýaerodynamicÌýand thermodynamic flow fields of hypersonic vehicle components and systems.ÌýWorking alongside a high-performing team ofÌýengineers and designers,Ìýyou’llÌýbothÌýdevelop new andÌýexecute existingÌýaerothermal analysis methodologies.ÌýYour work will play a critical roleÌýin ensuring theÌýaerothermal integrity of current and future vehicles, directly contributing toÌýthe company’sÌýmission.Ìý
This is a rare opportunity to get hands-on withÌýcutting-edgeÌýhypersonic technology in a fast-paced, high-growth environment.ÌýIfÌýyou’reÌýdriven by innovation, thrive on tackling complex problems, and want the autonomy to make a real impact,Ìýwe’dÌýlove to hear from you.Ìý
WhatÌýyou’llÌýbe doingÌý
Responsibilities include:Ìý
- PerformÌýaerodynamicÌýand aerothermal analyses for hypersonic vehicles using analytical methods, design tools and high-fidelity CFD.Ìý
- Build andÌýmaintainÌýaerodynamic and thermal databases that underpin vehicle performance and design decisions.Ìý
- Develop and refine aerothermodynamic models, advancing capability across complex design challenges.Ìý
- Collaborate across multidisciplinaryÌýengineeringÌýteams to ensure vehicle performance and thermal protection systems meetÌýdesignÌýrequirements.Ìý
- Drive innovation by contributing toÌýnew technologies,ÌýmethodsÌýand process improvements in hypersonic design.Ìý
- Stay at the forefront of emerging technologies and industry developments to inform engineering decisions.Ìý
- Support a safe, high-performance engineering environment, taking accountability for your own safety and that of your team.Ìý
- From time to time, undertake other responsibilities, consistent with skills, qualifications, and experience.Ìý
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Life atÌýHypersonixÌýÌýÌý
We’reÌýaÌý60-person company moving fast in one of the most demanding fields in aerospace. The pace is fast, expectations are high andÌýtheÌýenvironment is constantly evolving. The people who thrive here are energised by that — not unsettled by it.ÌýYou’llÌýthrive here if you:Ìý
- TakeÌýinitiative, embraceÌýownership of yourÌýworkÌýand keep things moving,ÌýespeciallyÌýwhen the pictureÌýisn’tÌýcomplete.Ìý
- Care about doing things wellÌýandÌýgetting them done —Ìýand learn to balance both.Ìý
- StayÌýcalm and constructiveÌýwhenÌýpriorities shift.Ìý
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WhatÌýyou’llÌýbringÌý
To hit the ground running in this role,Ìýyou’llÌýneed:Ìý
- Bachelor’sÌýdegree in aerospace engineering or equivalent, with a strong focus in fluids.Ìý
- 3+ years of experience inÌýsupersonic or hypersonicÌýflow physics, such as aerodynamic or thermodynamic analysis.Ìý
- Strong understandingÌýof fluidÌýdynamics, boundary layer theory, and heat transfer principles.Ìý
- A proven ability to apply analytical and low-fidelity models to solve engineering problems.Ìý
- Strong technical background in CFD solvers, especially STAR-CCM+, including RANS and Euler simulations.Ìý
- Experience with hypersonic researchÌýand development,ÌýandÌýnewÌýtechnologies.Ìý
- Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.Ìý
- Strong initiative and willingnessÌýto tackleÌýcomplex problems.Ìý
- Ability to obtain any applicable security clearance or background checks.Ìý
- Right to live and work in Australia.Ìý
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Bonus pointsÌýfor:Ìý
- Master’sÌýdegree in aerospace engineering or equivalent, with a strong focus in fluids.Ìý
- PhD in hypersonic flow physics or related area.Ìý
- Experience in experimental testing of hypersonic flows.Ìý
- Experience in mechanical or aerospace vehicle design, and the modelling of solids.Ìý
- Experience in modelling coupled thermal/aerodynamic/structural problems.Ìý
Ready to Fly Faster?Ìý
Benefits include:Ìý
- Competitive salaryÌý
- EquityÌýparticipationÌý
- Flexible workingÌý– we care about output, not hoursÌý
- FundedÌýProfessionalÌýdevelopmentÌý
- ConfidentialÌýemployeeÌýassistanceÌýprogramÌý
ApplyÌýwith yourÌýresumeÌýandÌýa short noteÌýon what draws you to this roleÌýtoday!
