Senior Manager - Performance & Aerodynamics at REGENT

North Kingstown, Rhode Island, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Aerospace, Maritime TransportationIndustries

Requirements

Demonstrated experience in aero/hydro design, analysis, and testing (aircraft, marine, advanced mobility)
Hands-on leader; collaborative, iterative, coaches team growth; strong product instincts and analytical rigor; passionate about bringing new technologies to production
M.S. or Ph.D. in Aerospace, Mechanical, or related field
Modeling/optimization in Python, MATLAB, FORTRAN, or C; performance models in OpenMDAO, Dymos, SUAVE, or Simulink
CFD on HPC (STAR-CCM+, NUMECA, ANSYS Fluent, Flow360); led model correlation/validation via physical testing
Deep aerodynamics: blown-wing lift, flow separation, ground effect; defines/owns safety-critical requirements
Built high-performing aero/performance teams; prior/current Engineering Manager
Advanced simulations: WIG, hydrofoil–airfoil coupling, aeroelasticity, and fluid-structure interaction analysis
Multidisciplinary optimization (MDO) and automated design-evaluation

Responsibilities

Lead the Performance & Aerodynamics team through design reviews, trade studies, and performance evaluations, maintaining REGENT’s high standard of excellence and documentation
Grow and develop the team through mentorship and empowerment, fostering an environment of technical excellence and accountability
Guide the development of CFD/FSI models, simulation workflows, and performance tools across all operating regimes
Conduct system-level performance optimization and vehicle sizing, integrating aerodynamics, hydrodynamics, propulsion, structures, electrical, and other engineering trades
Translate CFD and wind tunnel data into database performance data for control law tuning, actuation sizing, propeller design, and structural validation
Drive experimental validation through wind tunnel, tow tank, and flight/hydrofoil testing

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

AerodynamicsFluid DynamicsCFDPerformance OptimizationHydrofoilingGround EffectSimulationVehicle SizingMentoringCross-functional CoordinationDesign ReviewsTest Planning

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What is the employment type for this role?

This is a full-time position.

What are the main responsibilities of the Senior Manager - Performance & Aerodynamics?

The role involves leading the Performance & Aerodynamics team through design reviews, trade studies, and performance evaluations; growing and mentoring the team; guiding CFD/FSI models and simulation workflows; conducting system-level performance optimization; translating data for other systems; and driving experimental validation.

What skills or experience are needed for this position?

Key skills include expertise in CFD/FSI models, simulation workflows, performance tools, fluid dynamics analysis across hull-borne, hydrofoiling, and wing-borne regimes, system-level optimization integrating multiple engineering disciplines, and experimental validation through wind tunnel testing.

What is the company culture like at REGENT?

REGENT fosters a culture of passionate, forward-thinking engineers, builders, and operators focused on technical excellence, accountability, multidisciplinary collaboration, team building, mentorship, and maintaining high standards of excellence and documentation.

What makes a strong candidate for this role?

Ideal candidates are energized by team building, technical depth in fluid dynamics, multidisciplinary collaboration, and designing vehicles that bridge air and sea, with hands-on experience in performance studies, leadership, and shaping best practices.

REGENT

Designs and manufactures electric coastal transport vehicles

About REGENT

Regent Craft focuses on improving coastal transportation with its all-electric vehicles called Seagliders. These vehicles fly just above the water's surface, allowing them to travel at speeds of up to 180 mph while producing no emissions. They can cover distances of up to 180 miles, making them a fast and efficient alternative to traditional ferries and planes. Regent Craft primarily serves coastal areas and island communities, partnering with commuter airlines and ferry operators to enhance travel options. Unlike its competitors, Regent Craft utilizes existing dock infrastructure, which simplifies the transition to its services. The company's goal is to connect communities while reducing carbon emissions and making transportation more affordable and resilient.

North Kingstown, Rhode IslandHeadquarters

2020Year Founded

$84.6MTotal Funding

SERIES_ACompany Stage

Automotive & Transportation, Energy, AerospaceIndustries

201-500Employees

Risks

Regulatory hurdles in the UAE may delay seaglider services in Abu Dhabi.

Environmental groups may oppose military applications of seaglider technology.

Reliance on strategic investments poses financial risks if investors withdraw support.

Differentiation

Regent's seagliders combine airplane speed with boat cost efficiency.

Seagliders offer zero-emission travel at speeds up to 180 mph.

Regent leverages existing dock infrastructure for efficient coastal transportation.

Upsides

Strategic investment from Mitsui O.S.K. Lines boosts Regent's financial stability.

Partnership with Lloyd's Register enhances regulatory compliance and safety standards.

Winning the TIACA Sustainability Award highlights Regent's commitment to sustainable transportation.

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