Aerospace Engineer – Performance and Design Empirical Systems Aerospace, Inc. (ESAero) is seeking a full-time Aerospace Engineer - Performance and Design to join our team in San Luis Obispo, CA. The 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.  **This position is fully on-site at ESAero in San Luis Obispo, CA **   Aerospace Engineer – Performance and Design Responsibilities and Duties: + 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. + 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. Required Qualifications and Skills: + Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace Engineering or equivalent. + 3+ 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 . + US Citizenship Required. Desirable Qualifications and Skills: + 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. Standard Benefits:    + Health/Dental/Vision    + PTO    + Paid Holidays    + 401k  w/match + Casual dress code, Free snacks    + Amazing location to live, work, and play        ESAero is an equal opportunity employer    E-Verify participation required for employment.  Must present proof of authorization to work in the United States     Must be able to pass background check    Salary Range: $80,000-$130,000 Powered by JazzHR