We are seeking an experienced, capable, amenable and self-motivated gas turbine air systems engineer to join our team and drive the design, analysis and development of the air systems in our current and future gas turbine engine programmes.
Key Qualifications
BSc/BEng in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering
10+ years of gas turbine relevant air system simulation experience
Experience with Flow Simulator or similar tools
Experience in rig and engine aerodynamic testing is desirable
Team oriented, problem solving attitude
Responsibilities
The successful candidate will work within the engine design team being responsible for air systems design, analysis and optimisation working closely with the GT50 Chief Engineer and the broader design team:
Refine and optimise engine air systems.
Develop engine air system models using hand calculations and simulations tolls such as Flow Simulator.
Set up, execute and post-process simulation models to predict and understand the flow field for all secondary air systems.
Support engine performance predictions, thermal field predictions and work closely with engine aerodynamics specialists.
Carry out details design optimisation.
Define, plan, support and analyse engine or rig testing to verify and validate the design and achieve certification.
Technical documentation of tasks and preparation of certification reports.
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