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Propulsion Aerodynamics Engineer

Whisper · Nashville, Tennessee, United States · On-site

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About Whisper

Whisper Aero is empowering a more compelling and connected future by creating cleaner, quieter, and more efficient propulsion solutions. Backed by Menlo and Lux.

About the role

Whisper Aero is pioneering a more compelling and connected future by delivering cleaner, quieter, and more efficient propulsion solutions. Today's open rotor propulsion systems are challenged by safety, noise, and performance limitations at all scales. Whisper's breakthrough technologies allow aircraft to fly anywhere at any time without disturbing communities, at greater speeds, and with incredible improvements in efficiency and cost.

What they're looking for

  • Fundamentals:
  • Aerodynamics
  • Fluid Mechanics
  • Propulsion
  • Thermodynamics
  • Object-oriented programming (Python preferred)
More about this role

Whisper Aero is pioneering a more compelling and connected future by delivering cleaner, quieter, and more efficient propulsion solutions. Today's open rotor propulsion systems are challenged by safety, noise, and performance limitations at all scales. Whisper's breakthrough technologies allow aircraft to fly anywhere at any time without disturbing communities, at greater speeds, and with incredible improvements in efficiency and cost. Their innovations also enable a new generation of air moving products that can blend into the soundscapes of daily life. Whisper was founded by industry veterans, Mark Moore and Ian Villa, and continues to innovate a future that’s as considerate as it is compelling with its world-class team in Tennessee.

About the Role

Whisper Aero is seeking a propulsion engineer experienced with the aerodynamic design of compressors and/or fans at the conceptual and preliminary levels. The candidate must demonstrate high proficiency in the following areas:

  • Fundamentals:
  • Aerodynamics
  • Fluid Mechanics
  • Propulsion
  • Thermodynamics
  • Object-oriented programming (Python preferred)
  • Design and optimization
  • Software development
  • Airfoil/cascade design

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