esaero
esaero2mo ago
New

Aerospace Engineer - Performance and Design

United StatesUnited States·San Luis Obispomid
OtherEngineer
0 views0 saves0 applied

Quick Summary

Key Responsibilities

Conduct aircraft conceptual design and sizing studies. Analysis of aerodynamics, propulsion, flight performance, etc. Setting up and running vehicle and component optimizations. Perform analysis,

Requirements Summary

Bachelor's degree in aerospace engineering or equivalent. 5+ years of relevant engineering experience. Proficiency with MATLAB and/or Python.

Technical Tools
OtherEngineer

Sr. Aerospace Engineer - Performance and Design

Empirical Systems Aerospace, Inc. (ESAero) is seeking a full-time Senior Aerospace Engineer - Performance and Design, to join our team in San Luis Obispo, CA. The Senior Aerospace Engineer will assist in the multi-functional product development of new aircraft design and control systems while collaborating with other engineering disciplines and project personnel. 

Responsibilities

~1 min read
  • →

    Conduct aircraft conceptual design and sizing studies. 

  • →

    Analysis of aerodynamics, propulsion, flight performance, etc. 

  • →

    Setting up and running vehicle and component optimizations. 

  • →

    Perform analysis, simulation, and engineering trade studies to support design decisions.  

  • →

    Research about technologies, analysis methods, standards, and regulations to guide aircraft design. 

  • →

    Develop, test, and implement custom software-based design tools. 

  • →

    May oversee or supervise or be responsible for the work of subordinates or less senior positions assigned to programs  

  • →

    or projects 

  • →

    Acts as a mentor or technical advisor to junior engineers 

  • →

    Clearly communicate engineering ideas, progress, and results using written reports and oral presentations to supervisors, project managers, and customers. 

  • →

    Collaborate with team members to accomplish project goals in a timely fashion. 

Requirements

~1 min read
  • Bachelor's degree in aerospace engineering or equivalent. 

  • 5+ years of relevant engineering experience. 

  • Proficiency with MATLAB and/or Python. 

  • Proficiency with aircraft flight performance analysis and conceptual design. 

  • Fundamental understanding of related disciplines including aerodynamics, aircraft stability & control, thermal analysis, structures, electronics, systems engineering, computational optimization, etc. 

  • Proficiency with the Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint). 

  • Strong writing & presentation skills. 

  • Willing to relocate to San Luis Obispo, CA . 

  • Master's degree in aerospace engineering or equivalent and/or 5+ years of experience. 

  • Experience with Simulink, Python, VBA, C++, and/or other coding languages. 

  • Experience with OpenVSP / VSPAERO, XFOIL, AVL, etc.. 

  • Experience with CFD tools using Altair, OVERFLOW, or similar. 

  • Experience performing flight loads analysis. 

  • Experience setting up and running optimization tools. 

  • Experience using programming version control software such as Git. 

  • Experience with CAD modeling using SolidWorks or similar. 

  • Experience with requirements capture at the aircraft and/or systems level. 

  • Familiarity with the design of aircraft and common aircraft systems. 

  • Familiarity with eVTOL aircraft. 

  • Familiarity with civil and military regulations for fixed wing and rotary wing aircraft. 

  • Familiarity with electric vertical takeoff / landing (eVTOL) design concepts. 

  • Familiarity with the urban air mobility (UAM) market space. 

What We Offer

~2 min read
✓Health & Wellness: Choose from three health, dental, and vision plans - including a 100% employer-paid option covering both employees and their families.
✓Paid Time Off: Enjoy 120 hours of PTO, 80 hours accrued plus an additional 40 hours of holiday break pay in addition to Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, and New Year’s Day off.
✓Life Insurance: $25,000 employer-paid life insurance policy, with the option to purchase additional coverage for employees and their families.
✓Supplemental Coverage: Access optional benefits such as Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Accident Insurance, and Critical Illness with Skin Cancer coverage.
✓Health Savings Account (HSA): Take advantage of a tax-advantaged HSA to manage medical expenses.
✓Retirement Savings: 401(k) with a company match to support your financial future.
✓Paid Holidays: Enjoy 9 paid holidays throughout the year.
✓Work Environment: A casual dress code, complimentary snacks, and a welcoming company culture.
✓Ideal Location: Work in an area that offers an outstanding quality of life - a perfect place to live, work, and play!

ESAero is an equal opportunity employer.   
E-Verify participation required for employment.   
All ESAero positions require US citizenship or US resident status.       
Must be able to pass background check and drug test.     
Hiring Range: $100-150k Salary/Exempt 

Location & Eligibility

Where is the job
San Luis Obispo, United States
On-site at the office
Who can apply
US

Listing Details

Posted
July 27, 2026
First seen
September 25, 2026
Last seen
September 26, 2026

Posting Health

Days active
0
Repost count
0
Trust Level
13%
Scored at
September 26, 2026

Signal breakdown

freshnesssource trustcontent trustemployer trust
Newsletter

Stay ahead of the market

Get the latest job openings, salary trends, and hiring insights delivered to your inbox every week.

A
B
C
D
Join 12,000+ marketers

No spam. Unsubscribe at any time.

esaeroAerospace Engineer - Performance and Design