Engineer V

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Market context

U.S. role benchmark (BLS OEWS)

$116,543 U.S. median for this role

Projected growth (BLS Employment Projections)

+9.8% - Much faster than average

Matched to SOC 15-1252 - Software Engineering aggregate by role bucket.

Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, OEWS, May 2024 and Employment Projections, 2024-2034.

Role

Role function

Engineering From the posting source checked Jun 20, 2026

Seniority

Mid From the posting source checked Jun 20, 2026

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About this role

Engineer V General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI), an affiliate of General Atomics, is a world leader in proven, reliable remotely piloted aircraft and tactical reconnaissance radars, as well as advanced high-resolution surveillance systems. We have an exciting opportunity for an Aero Performance CFD Engineer in the San Diego (Poway, CA) area. In this role, you will contribute directly to the design and development of next-generation unmanned aircraft platforms. Responsibilities include leading high-fidelity CFD analyses to support conceptual sizing, preliminary and detailed design, aerodynamic database development, and performance modeling, as well as supporting wind tunnel test planning, execution, and data correlation. This position offers competitive benefits, including 9/80 work schedule, medical, dental, employer-matched 401(k), pension plan, employee referral program, and more. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: • Lead CFD studies across conceptual, preliminary, and detailed aircraft design phases • Define appropriate aerodynamic modeling strategies and fidelity levels across program maturity • Develop high-fidelity 6DOF aerodynamic databases, including force and moment coefficients, control effectiveness, hinge moments, and propulsion-airframe interaction effects • Perform unsteady and maneuver-based CFD simulations to evaluate flight risk and concept feasibility • Conduct aerodynamic trade studies and sensitivity analyses to inform configuration-level decisions • Support wind tunnel and flight test planning; correlate CFD predictions to experimental data • Mentor junior engineers in aerodynamic modeling best practices and engineering judgment • Contribute to internal toolchain development, workflow automation, and advanced modeling capability • Participate in internal and customer-facing design reviews, test readiness reviews, flight briefings, and technical meetings. • Contribute to

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