Remote | Aerodynamics Expert — $60–$130/hour

We are sharing a specialised consulting opportunity for experienced Aerodynamics Experts with strong expertise in external aerodynamics, computational fluid dynamics, wind-tunnel testing, compressible and incompressible flow, turbulence, propulsion integration, and aerodynamic data interpretation to contribute to an advanced AI training and aerospace-engineering evaluation project.

Selected professionals will solve and review advanced aerodynamic problems, assess AI-generated technical responses, analyse real-world design and testing scenarios, and provide rigorous written feedback grounded in professional aerospace and thermofluids practice. The work requires strong analytical judgement, hands-on aerodynamics experience, and the ability to explain complex flow phenomena clearly. No prior experience in AI is required.

Key Responsibilities

Aerodynamic Design & Analysis

• Solve advanced aerodynamic design and analysis problems
• Evaluate external-aerodynamics scenarios
• Assess aerodynamic performance across different operating conditions
• Apply practical engineering judgement to vehicle and propulsion-related problems
• Develop technically sound and defensible conclusions

Computational Fluid Dynamics

• Analyse CFD-based aerodynamic problems
• Review computational setups, boundary conditions, meshing strategies, and solver choices
• Evaluate convergence behaviour and numerical stability
• Interpret pressure, velocity, force, and flow-field results
• Identify modelling or numerical weaknesses affecting solution credibility

Compressible & Incompressible Flow

• Apply compressible and incompressible flow principles
• Evaluate Mach-number effects, shocks, expansion phenomena, and pressure changes where relevant
• Analyse low-speed and high-speed aerodynamic behaviour
• Assess assumptions behind analytical and computational approaches
• Identify physically inconsistent conclusions

Boundary Layers & Turbulence

• Analyse boundary-layer development and separation
• Evaluate laminar-to-turbulent behaviour
• Review turbulence-model selection and limitations
• Assess drag, skin-friction, and flow-separation implications
• Connect near-wall flow behaviour with overall aerodynamic performance

Wind-Tunnel Testing & Experimental Analysis

• Review wind-tunnel test setups and procedures
• Interpret experimental aerodynamic data
• Perform or assess data-reduction methods
• Compare test results against analytical or CFD predictions
• Identify uncertainty, instrumentation, or scaling considerations

Propulsion & Vehicle Aerodynamics

• Analyse propulsion-integration effects
• Evaluate interactions between aerodynamic surfaces and propulsion systems
• Assess intake, exhaust, or installation-related flow behaviour where relevant
• Review vehicle-aerodynamics problems across aerospace or related applications
• Identify trade-offs affecting performance and stability

Verification, Validation & Quality Review

• Apply CFD verification and validation principles
• Cross-check computational results against analytical methods or experimental data
• Identify discrepancies between different solution approaches
• Evaluate whether conclusions are supported by available evidence
• Maintain strong engineering-quality standards across review tasks

AI Engineering Evaluation

• Review AI-generated aerodynamics and CFD content
• Assess technical correctness, completeness, and engineering quality
• Identify calculation errors, weak assumptions, or unrealistic recommendations
• Provide structured feedback to improve model performance
• Distinguish substantive engineering problems from acceptable alternative approaches

Technical Writing & Collaboration

• Document aerodynamic reasoning clearly and precisely
• Provide detailed written and verbal technical explanations
• Distil complex aerodynamic concepts for varied audiences
• Collaborate remotely with other subject-matter experts and project participants
• Support consistency across evaluation tasks and technical-review criteria

Ideal Profile

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Aerospace Engineering, or Mechanical Engineering with a thermofluids or aerodynamics specialisation
• BS in Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering with 3+ years of relevant industry experience may also be suitable
• At least 3 years of hands-on experience in aerodynamic design or analysis
• Strong expertise in external aerodynamics
• Strong knowledge of compressible and incompressible flow
• Deep understanding of boundary-layer behaviour and turbulence
• Experience with CFD and aerodynamic data interpretation
• Familiarity with wind-tunnel testing or experimental aerodynamics
• Experience with propulsion-integration aerodynamics is highly valuable
• Ability to analyse aerodynamic performance using CFD, test data, and hand calculations
• Familiarity with AIAA standards, wind-tunnel test protocols, and CFD verification and validation practices
• Experience with ANSYS Fluent, STAR-CCM+, OpenFOAM, or comparable CFD tools is advantageous
• Flight-test data analysis experience is beneficial
• Strong technical-writing and verbal communication skills
• Strong critical-analysis and peer-review ability
• Experience with technical documentation and knowledge distillation
• Comfortable collaborating in remote, distributed teams
• Evidence of rigorous problem-authoring or technical-review experience is highly valued, including standards-committee work, examination item writing, textbook authorship, engineering competition leadership, technical awards, publications, fellowships, grants, or comparable achievements
• No prior AI-training or model-evaluation experience is required

Engagement Details

• Independent contractor engagement
• Fully remote
• Displayed compensation range: $60–$130/hour
• Actual compensation structure is output-based, with payment made per task that meets project specifications
• Task completion time may vary depending on individual experience and workflow
• Minimum weekly submission requirements apply; the source does not specify the exact number of required tasks
• Work will involve aerodynamics, CFD, wind-tunnel analysis, compressible and incompressible flow, turbulence, propulsion integration, technical writing, and AI-generated engineering-content evaluation
• Strong hands-on aerodynamics and engineering judgement is central to this engagement
• Roles are typically filled within approximately 48 hours
• Selected experts are expected to begin initial tasks within approximately 24–48 hours after onboarding
• Project scope, workload, aerodynamic topics, and evaluation standards may evolve depending on project requirements
• Work must be completed without using confidential or proprietary information belonging to any employer, client, manufacturer, research institution, laboratory, or other third party

About the Platform

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