High Speed Shock/Droplet Aerobreakup Researcher

Job Description

We are seeking a highly skilled Researcher to utilize the NGA2 computational suite to investigate and model high-speed shock/droplet interactions and aerobreakup phenomena.

This fixed-term role focuses on advanced computational fluid dynamics (CFD), multiphase flow physics, and high-fidelity simulation of extreme flow environments relevant to aerospace, defense, and high-speed aerothermodynamics applications.

Key Responsibilities



* Develop, configure, and execute simulations using the NGA2 computational framework to study shock/droplet interaction dynamics.


* Model aerobreakup processes under high-speed compressible flow conditions.


* Analyze multiphase flow behavior, including droplet deformation, fragmentation, and post-breakup dynamics.


* Validate computational results against experimental data and benchmark cases.


* Develop post-processing workflows for extracting physical insights from large-scale simulation datasets.


* Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams in computational physics, applied mathematics, and aerospace engineering.


* Contribute to the advancement and optimization of numerical methods within the NGA2 suite.


* Document methodologies, simulation setups, and research findings in technical reports and publications.

Preferred Qualifications



* Experience with computational fluid dynamics (CFD) and multiphase flow simulations.


* Familiarity with high-speed compressible flow and shock physics.


* Experience using high-performance computing (HPC) environments and scientific computing tools.


* Prior experience with the NGA2 computational framework or similar CFD software is preferred.


* Strong analytical, problem-solving, and technical communication skills.


* Master’s or Ph.D.

in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Physics, Applied Mathematics, or a related field preferred.

Department
Mechanical Engineering

Compensation Range
In compliance with the New Jersey Wage Transparency Act, the semi-monthly base range for this position is $9,000- $9,405.

This range represents the University’s good faith estimate of possible compensation at the time of posting.

Stevens Institute of Technology determines compensation based on factors including the position’s scope and responsibilities, the candidate’s experience, education, skills, internal equity, market data, and organizational considerations.

The final salary will be set considering departmental budget, qualifications, and relevant credentials.

This pay range represents base pay only and excludes additional forms of compensation, such as incentives, stipends, or other applicable pay components.

For a full overview of our benefits offerings, please refer to the Stevens Institute of Technology Benefits Guidebook, available at:

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