$115,000–$125,000 Per Year
3D Modeling, Acoustics, Aerodynamics, Aeronautical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Aerospace and Defense, Analysis Skills, Analytical Development, Aviation Industry, Bid Analysis, Budgeting, CAD/CAM (Computer-Aided Design/Computer-Aided Manufacturing), Cell Analysis, Communication Skills, Computer Aided Engineering (CAE), Continuous Improvement, Cost Estimates, Customer Support/Service, Detail Oriented, Engineering, Establish Priorities, Field Trials, Finite Element Analysis, Identify Issues, MATLAB, Maintain Compliance, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Word, Multitasking, Organizational Skills, Performance Analysis, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Problem Solving Skills, Project/Program Management, Propulsion, Quality Management, Quality Monitoring, Risk Analysis, Sales Analysis, Sales Proposals, Sales Support, Siemens PLM Software NX (fka UGS NX), Solid Modeling, Systems Engineering, Technical Presentation, Technical Support, Test Bench, Test Design, Testing, Willing to Travel, Writing Skills
Senior Aeroacoustics Engineer
Published 07.14.2026
Company : Safran Test Cells Job field : Architecture and systems engineering Location : New Brighton , Minnesota , United States Contract type : Permanent Contract duration : Full-time Required degree : Bachelors Degree Required experience : More than 5 years Professional status : Employees / Staff Salary range : $115,000-$125,000 ITAR : ITAR Controlled position
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Published 07.14.2026
Job Description
Summary
Are you ready to be part of a team that drives big ideas and even bigger wins. At Safran, we believe in the power of both collaboration and individual contributions. We understand that it takes diverse perspectives, problem-solving skills, dependability, and trust to push each other forward and achieve great success. For us, working here is more than just a job; its a passion. Theres the unique opportunity to lead the way in aerospace and defense and contribute to creating a safer and more sustainable world.
Under the direction of the Director of Engineering, the Aerospace Engineer 3 is responsible for planning, managing, and executing aerodynamic and acoustic analysis, design, and testing. The Aerospace Engineer 3 will contribute to team efforts by supporting sales proposals through performance predictions and technical presentations along with planning and managing workload with Safran Aero Boosters.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Plan and manage Aero Department workload in cooperation with Safran Aero Boosters.
- Responsible for test cell aerodynamic design, analysis, and testing.
- Responsible for CFD modeling and analysis including flow and thermal.
- Ensure quality adherence to budget and schedule constraints.
- Responsible for the concept, design, development and management of Safran Test Cells projects.
- Participate in regular reporting and the development of the analytical work scope, estimated costs and schedules.
- Support sales proposals with analysis, reports, performance predictions and technical presentations.
- Maintain and improve Safran Test Cells Aerodynamic analysis tools.
- Provide technical support for model and full-scale aerodynamic testing.
- Provide technical support for Safran Test Cells acoustic efforts.
- Actively participate in a continuous improvement culture providing recommendations and implementing enhancements to current methods and procedures.
- Other duties as assigned.
Job Requirements
Education/Experience
- Bachelors degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, or Aeronautical or related field with 5+ years of related experience required.
- MS in Mechanical, Aerospace, or Aeronautical Engineering or related field preferred.
- Engineering project management experience preferred.
Qualifications
- Proficient in Ansys Fluent CFD.
- Working knowledge of least two of the following: MatLab, 3D Solid Modeling (Unigraphics NX preferred), CAD, CAE, and Nastran FEA.
- Ability to develop and deliver compelling presentations.
- Strong communication skills both verbal and written with a proven ability to be assertive yet approachable delivering a positive customer service experience.
- Demonstrate accuracy and thoroughness; actively seeks opportunities to improve and promote quality and monitors own work to ensure quality is met.
- Self-motivated, driven, organized, detail oriented, able to multi-task, prioritize and excel in a fast-paced environment.
- Solid analytical and problem-solving skills including problem identification, analysis, action planning and execution.
- Knowledge of risk assessments including FEA and FMECA.
- Proficient in MS Office programs to include Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
- Able and willing to travel up to 10% of the time both domestically and internationally.
Company Information
Safran is an international high-technology group operating in the fields of aerospace (propulsion, equipment and interiors), space and defense. Its mission is to contribute sustainably to a safer world, where air transport becomes ever more environmentally friendly, comfortable and accessible. Present on every continent, the Group employs 110,000 people and generated €31.3 billion in revenue in 2025. Safran holds, either independently or through partnerships, leading global or European positions in its markets.
Safran was ranked second in the Aerospace & Defense sector in TIME magazines ""Worlds Best Companies 2025"" ranking.
Holding leading positions worldwide, Safran Aero Boosters designs, develops and manufactures modules, equipment and test benches for aerospace and space propulsion systems. Based in Belgium, Safran Aero Boosters operates two subsidiaries in the United States and brings together the expertise of 2,000 talented employees.
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