Aerodynamics Engineer

About the Company Kalam Labs is building Autonomous Space Planes for Indian Military. Our vehicles have consistently performed at 100,000+ ft in close to supersonic speeds across varied terrains.About the Role We are hiring a Supersonic Aerodynamics Engineer to own aerodynamic design and development across our vehicle programmes. This is a hands-on builder's role, you will design, analyse, test, and iterate on real airframes and control surfaces, not just simulate.ResponsibilitiesExternal aerodynamic design of vehicle configurations for Mach 2.5+ cruise at 18 km altitudeAerodynamic shape optimisation: fuselage, wings, control surfaces, and inlet/nozzle integrationStability and control analysis across the full flight envelope (subsonic, transonic, supersonic)CFD simulation (Ansys Fluent / OpenFOAM / SU2) for external flow, shock structure, and aero-thermal loadsBoundary layer, shock-boundary layer interaction, and base flow characterisationWind tunnel test campaign planning, model design, instrumentation, and post-test correlationAerodynamic load prediction for structural and control system sizingTrajectory and performance analysis in coordination with GNC and propulsion teams/Pay range and compensation package CTC: ₹18 – ₹30 LPA Company-provided accommodation and living amenities ESOP participation Work directly on classified national defence programmesQualificationsB.Tech / M.Tech / PhD in Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering or similar field of engineeringRequired SkillsStrong foundation in compressible flow, gas dynamics, and high-speed aerodynamicsProficiency in MATLAB/Python for aerodynamic analysis and at least one CFD solverWorking knowledge of stability derivatives, flight mechanics, and 6-DOF analysisAbility to work under classified programme constraintsPreferred SkillsPrior hands-on experience designing and flight-testing actual high-speed vehicles (sounding rockets, UAVs, missiles, or equivalent) at any scaleWind tunnel testing experience (subsonic, transonic, or supersonic facilities)Familiarity with hypersonic aero-thermodynamics and TPS sizingBackground in DRDO, ISRO, HAL, ADA, or defence R&D environmentTo Apply, send your CV and a brief note on the most technically challenging aerodynamic problem you have solved or vehicle you have designed

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