Aerodynamics: Experimental Aerodynamics, Applied Aerodynamics, Air/Spacecraft & Missile Design & development, High Alpha Aerodynamics, Wind Tunnel Design & Development, Aerodynamic Characterization, Store Release and Trajectory, Induced Drag Reduction - Winglets
Fluid Mechanics & Flow Control: Experimental Fluid Mechanics, Gas Dynamics, Separated Flows, Actuator Development, Boundary Layer Control and Shock-Boundary Layer Interaction /control, Cavity Flow, Supersonic Impinging jets.
Flow Diagnostics: 2-D & 3-D Particle Image Velocimetry (PIV), Background Oriented Schlieren (BOS) and Pressure Sensitive Paint (PSP).
The candidate should have strong background in experimental fluid mechanics, gas dynamics with specific expertise in flow diagnostics (especially optical diagnostics such as PIV) and modern instrumentation and measurement techniques, especially their application to high-speed flows. The successful candidate should be comfortable in operating high-speed facilities, working closely with graduate students on multiple projects. A motivated self-starter who can assume complete responsibilities for projects is required. Excellent oral and written communication skills are a must. The candidate will work primarily in the Experimental Aerodynamics Laboratory which is the lead research laboratory in the Florida Center for Advanced Aero-Propulsion (FCAAP), a multi-university, state-wide, and state supported Center of Excellence.