Computer Scientist - Junior

About CFD Research: Since its inception in 1987, CFD Research has delivered innovative technology solutions within the Aerospace & Defense, Biomedical & Life Sciences, Intelligence & Sensing, and Energy & Materials industries. CFD Research has earned multiple national awards for successful application and commercialization of innovative component/system technology prototypes, multi-physics simulation software, multi-disciplinary analyses, and expert support services. Based in Huntsville, Alabama where laboratory facilities and headquarters are located, CFD Research also has office and laboratory facilities in Dayton, Ohio, prototyping test and evaluation facilities in Hollywood, Alabama, and office facilities in Fort Walton Beach, Florida. CFD Research is an ISO9001:AS9100D registered company and is appraised at CMMI Level II for Services. CFD Research is a 100% ESOP (employee-owned company) recognized in Inc. Magazine''s Inc5000 as a top growing company for four of the last five years. Learn more at www.cfd-research.com

Job Description:

CFD Research Corporation is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Junior Computer Scientist to support NASA at NASA Ames Research Center (ARC) in Moffett Field, California. This full-time position supports the Aircraft Systems and Spaceflight Engineering Support Services (ASSESS) contract and the Systems Analysis Office at NASA ARC.

About the Project:

NASA ARC is seeking support for its development of Mission Analysis Design with uncertainty.

Responsibilities:

• Demonstrate the Cobra C++ OpenVSP custom component in a gradient optimization problem using CBAERO-adjoint solver within the NASA Ames Opensource Condor Optimization software.

Desired Skills:

• Prior experience with and knowledge of Condor, Gascon is highly preferred.
• Strong experience with Git repository, C++, and Python required.

Required Qualifications:

• B.S. Degree in Computer Science
• Demonstrated experience in Python programing.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Benefits: CFD Research offers competitive salaries and excellent employee benefits, including an employer matching 401(k) and Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). CFD Research offers our Full-Time, permanent employee-owners a highly competitive insurance package, including medical, vision, and dental insurance. Additionally, we offer company paid leave, compensation time, parental leave, long-term and short-term disability, accidental death and dismemberment, and life insurance. Part-Time and Temporary employee-owners may receive partial or reduced benefits and leave time based on their employment status level. Performance appraisals occur twice a year and annual pay increases are based upon corporate goals, personal development, performance, and outstanding achievements. In addition, group and individual bonuses are awarded for exceptional performance.

CFD Research is an EO employer - Veterans/Disabled and other protected categories