Research Opportunity Position DAAL_3
UC Wildfire Innovation through Science and Engineering - XPRIZE WILDFIRE Competition
Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering,
University of California, Davis
Background:
To develop and implement an integrated ground-air-space framework that can autonomously, effectively, and rapidly track, detect, and suppress wildfires within a large geographical area.
Expected Research Focus:
- Aerodynamics, controls and aircraft design.
General Qualifications:
We are looking for ambitious, motivated graduate students, MS Plan 1 (Thesis) and MS Plan 2 (Project), to join our team and be part of the wildfire XPRIZE competition. The MAE team will be advised by Prof. Zhaodan Kong and Prof. Camli Badrya. The applicants must have an aerospace background, specifically with experiences in aerodynamics, control, and aircraft design. Applicants with hands-on skills are highly preferred. Applicants must possess (or be soon graduating with) a Bachelor's degree from a recognized university or institution in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Applied Physics, or related disciplines. Candidates should demonstrate excellent academic achievements and a strong background in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) areas. An independent and curiosity-driven work attitude is expected, along with exceptional communication skills in English (both written and spoken). International exposure and participation in competitive research projects are advantageous.
Applicants are expected to have:
- A solid foundation in fluid mechanics, aircraft design and control.
- A strong background in aerodynamics and airfoil/wing design.
- Background knowledge in numerical methods, computational fluid dynamics (CFD), and finite element methods.
- A solid foundation in structural analysis and design for aerospace engineering (an advantage).
- Excellent programming skills in one or more of the following programming languages: C, C++, Fortran, Python.
- Experience in writing, modifying, and conducting numerical simulations using commercial or in-house solvers.
- Familiarity with turbulence and transition flow modeling, as well as optimization methods, is advantageous.
Application Deadline: December 21st, 2023, 11:59pm PT.
Expected start date: Winter Quarter, 2024
To apply for one of the DAAL positions, please submit the following information via email (Please read the requirements carefully before applying.):
- Full Name
- GPA
- Year
- Your interest in being part of UC WISE and why you would like to join the team.
Please note that GSRs will not be provided for this position. However, there
might be internship opportunities with our various industry partners.
Please compile all documents into a single PDF file and name the document using your last name, position, and year (e.g., LASTNAME_DAAL3_2023.pdf). Kindly note that only qualified applicants will receive an email with further instructions regarding the application process. Please do not send multiple emails. Send your application to: