Research Software Engineer - Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) & HPC

Job Description:

(Analytical Mechanics Associates (AMA) is seeking a Research Software Engineer to assist a NASA Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) code development team in the development, implementation, optimization, and evaluation of both existing and nascent time-integration schemes for complex unsteady flows discretized on static and dynamic unstructured grids. Relevant applications will span the speed range, with physical modeling strategies to include, but not be limited to, unsteady Reynolds-averaged NS (RANS), hybrid RANS-Large Eddy Simulation (HR-LES), Wall-Modeled LES (WM-LES), and Wall-Resolved LES (WRLES) approaches. Both perfect-gas and reacting-gas flows incorporating finite-rate chemistry algorithms are relevant.

The successful applicant will join AMA in support of NASA Langley Research Center in Hampton, VA, as part of the Research, Science and Engineering Services (RSES) contract

The salary range for this position is $95,000 and $110,000.

• Develop, implement, and demonstrate computationally-performant implementations of existing and nascent algorithms, targeting GPU-based High-Performance Computing (HPC) systems while retaining performance portability to CPU-based architectures.

• Collaborate within a multidisciplinary team, leveraging GPU-based HPC systems and state-of-the-art programming models to realize a sustainable, performance-portable computational toolset for nextgeneration CFD simulations

• MS in engineering, applied mathematics, computer science, physics, or equivalent, with strong background in HPC and computational science for large-scale applications.

• Demonstrated experience in GPU programming techniques for real-world applications; ability to achieve and demonstrate optimal performance for both memory and compute-bound motifs. Proficiency with the MPI and CUDA/HIP programming models and the C++ language.

• A desire to quickly learn and apply new paradigms relevant to current and emerging architectures, and an eagerness to work in a team environment.

• US citizenship or permanent resident status is a bona fide requirement.

Desired Skills:

• Previous experience targeting performance portability and the use of programming abstraction models.

• Previous experience working with unstructured grids and implicit solution techniques.

• Knowledge of fluid mechanics, numerical methods, and/or physical modeling techniques.

• Familiarity with other programming languages such as Python and FORTRAN and tools such as git, cmake, debuggers, and queuing systems.

US Citizenship or Permanent Residence are required for this position.

Analytical Mechanics Associates (AMA) is proud of our customer relationships, our diverse and dynamic work environment, and our employees' career satisfaction. AMA is a small business with a wide reach; headquartered in Hampton, VA, AMA has operations in Greenbelt, MD; Huntsville, AL; Dallas and Houston, TX; Denver, CO; Mountain View, CA; and Edwards Air Force Base, CA. With over 60 years of experience, AMA specializes in aerospace engineering, science, analytics, information technology, and visualization solutions. AMA combines the best of engineering, science, and mathematics capabilities with the latest in information technologies, visualization, and multimedia to build creative solutions. We offer competitive salaries and a substantial benefits package, including but not limited to paid personal and federally recognized holiday leave, salary deferrals into a 401(k)-matching plan with immediate vesting, tuition reimbursement, short/long term disability plans, and a variety of medical, dental, and vision insurance options.

AMA is committed to the professional growth of every employee, understanding that the successes of our employees drive our success. We provide a work environment that is engaging, collaborative, and supportive. To learn more about our company, please visit our website at www.ama-inc.com/careers and follow us on Facebook and LinkedIn.

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