Aerodynamics Engineer – Senior

General Motors

. Support or lead aerodynamic enabler development to meet vehicle aerodynamic, energy, vehicle dynamics, and lap-time requirements .

Posted 10/28/2026full-timeWarren • Michigan • United StatesSeniorWebsite

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Demonstrates expertise in aerodynamic development and thermal architectural solutions, utilizing CFD tools for simulations and testing to optimize vehicle performance. Strong analytical and interpersonal skills are essential for collaboration across engineering and design teams.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Aerodynamic DevelopmentCFD SimulationThermal Performance AnalysisVehicle Dynamics IntegrationAerodynamic Testing

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Hard Skills

Aerospace EngineeringMechanical EngineeringFluid-Dynamics FocusVehicle Development EngineeringAnalytical Problem Solving

Soft Skills

Interpersonal SkillsRelationship BuildingCommunication Skills

Tools & Technologies

CFD CodesFLUENTSTAR-CCM+POWERFLOW/EXA-POWERFLOWANSAHYPERWORKSUG-NXAliasPolyworks

Certifications & Qualifications

DFSS TrainingBlack Belt Certification

Industry Keywords

AerodynamicsThermal ArchitectureWind-Tunnel TestingPerformance-Car ProgramsMotorsports Engineering

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AirflowLinuxUnix

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support or lead aerodynamic enabler development to meet vehicle aerodynamic, energy, vehicle dynamics, and lap-time requirements
Support or develop thermal architectural solutions for front-end airflow, propulsion cooling, and air-conditioning performance
Integrate aerodynamic and front-end airflow performance with brake cooling, thermal performance, wind noise, and vehicle dynamics
Perform or lead virtual aerodynamic and front-end airflow simulations using commercial CFD codes in Windows, Linux/UNIX, and HPC environments
Conduct aerodynamic and front-end airflow development testing at the GM Kelly Aerodynamics Lab and offsite facilities
Collaborate with Design Studio, SMT, Program Teams, Engineering, and Manufacturing throughout vehicle development
Use simulation and test results to guide vehicle design decisions
Communicate results, risks, recommendations, and development plans during reviews, program meetings, and gate reviews
Support or lead final validation and certification of vehicle aerodynamic performance
Support wind-noise, coast-down, track, and other vehicle performance testing
Benchmark competitive vehicles and apply findings to program development
For Senior Engineer: define aerodynamic requirements and strategy, lead complex simulations and testing, mentor less-experienced team members, and influence engineering processes and program outcomes

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace Engineering, Aeronautical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering with a fluid-dynamics focus, or an equivalent degree
2+ years of professional experience with vehicle development/engineering; 5+ years for Senior Engineer
Strong analytical ability to resolve complex engineering issues
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to build effective relationships with Design, Engineering, Manufacturing, SMT, and Program Team members
Must not require GM immigration sponsorship now or in the future, including H-1B, OPT, STEM OPT, CPT, TN, J-1, or other immigration support
Willingness to travel less than 25%
Selected candidate must report to the specific location at least 3 times a week
Preferred: Master’s degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering with a fluid-dynamics focus, or equivalent
Preferred: Experience with aerodynamic and front-end airflow CFD/CAD tools
Preferred: Experience with aerodynamic and wind-tunnel testing, measurement techniques, and data systems
Preferred: Experience with performance-car and/or motorsports programs
Preferred: Background in CFD methodology and applications
Preferred: Experience with FLUENT, STAR-CCM+, POWERFLOW/EXA-POWERFLOW, ANSA, HYPERWORKS, UG-NX, Alias, or Polyworks
Preferred: DFSS training or Black Belt certification
Preferred: Engineering experience in body release, powertrain cooling, energy integration, or related vehicle engineering functions
Preferred: Prior design-release or vehicle-development experience related to aerodynamics

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No relocation benefits; relocation costs are the selected candidate’s responsibility