General Motors
Aerodynamics Engineer/Senior Engineer
Warren, Michigan, United States of America · Hybrid · Senior · Full-time · Posted Oct 28, 2026
- Experience
- 2+ years (5+ for Senior) years of professional experience with vehicle development/engineering.
- Education
- Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace Engineering, Aeronautical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering with a fluid-dynamics focus, or an equivalent degree.
- Visa sponsorship
- GM does not provide immigration-related sponsorship for this role, now or in the future; the posting lists H1-B, OPT, STEM OPT, CPT, TN, and J-1 among examples.
About the job
Develops and validates vehicle aerodynamics and front-end airflow solutions to meet performance, energy, thermal, and vehicle-development objectives.
What you'll do
- Conduct or lead aerodynamic and front-end airflow simulations, wind-tunnel testing, and vehicle performance assessments.
- Develop and integrate aerodynamic and thermal solutions, balancing airflow, cooling, wind noise, vehicle dynamics, and design requirements.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to guide design decisions, communicate recommendations, and validate vehicle aerodynamic performance.
What they ask for
- Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace Engineering, Aeronautical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering with a fluid-dynamics focus, or an equivalent degree.
- 2+ years (5+ for Senior) years of professional experience with vehicle development/engineering.
- Strong analytical ability to resolve complex engineering issues.
- Strong interpersonal skills and ability to build effective relationships with cross-functional partners.
Nice to have
- Master’s degree in a relevant engineering discipline or equivalent degree.
- Experience with CFD, aerodynamic or wind-tunnel testing, vehicle development, or related engineering tools and methods.
Tools
ANSA, STAR-CCM+, POWERFLOW/EXA-POWERFLOW, FLUENT, HYPERWORKS, UG-NX, Alias, Polyworks
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