Aerodynamics Compression Systems Fellow / SME

Location:                  Based out of Cheshire, CT

Reports to:               Chief Engineer, Compressors

Salary Grade:           

Job Description:

As the Aerodynamics Compression Systems Fellow and Subject Matter Expert specializing in aerospace engines, you will have a crucial role in the design, analysis, and optimization of compression systems used in aircraft gas turbine engines. Your responsibilities will span from initial concept development through to final product delivery, ensuring that compression systems meet performance, efficiency, and reliability requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

Design and Analysis: Oversee the design of compression system components including rotor airfoils, stator airfoils, flowpath and other aerodynamic elements.  Utilize reduced order analysis tools (including meanline and throughflow), as well as computational fluid dynamics (CFD) tools to design and analyze compression system components including axial and centrifugal compressors, inlet ducts, diffusers, and bleed systems. Evaluate performance metrics including flow capacity, pressure ratio, efficiency, and stall margin.

Optimization: Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to optimize compression system designs for specific engine applications. Balance competing requirements such as performance, weight, cost, and manufacturability to achieve the best overall solution.

Modeling and Simulation: Develop and validate analytical models to predict compression system behavior across a range of operating conditions. Use simulation tools to assess system response to off-design operation, transient events and inlet distortion.

Testing Support: Provide guidance and support for experimental testing of compression system components and full-scale engine prototypes. Analyze test data to validate models and refine design methodologies.

Performance Improvement: Identify opportunities for performance improvement through the application of advanced aerodynamic concepts, innovative technologies, and cutting-edge techniques. Lead or contribute to research projects aimed at developing next-generation compression system technologies.

Risk Assessment: Conduct risk assessments to identify potential issues related to compression system design, performance, and operability. Develop mitigation strategies to address identified risks and ensure engine reliability and safety.

Documentation and Reporting: Prepare technical reports, design documentation, and presentations to communicate analysis results, design recommendations, and project status to internal stakeholders and customers.  Furthermore, develop and maintain Standard Work documentation to meet all aerodynamic requirements, including knowledge capture from simulation or testing.

Training: Provide guidance and hands-on training to lesser experienced personnel in the application of analytical tools, interpretation of simulation or testing results, and in the balanced decision-making required to field a successful compression system design.

The above listed responsibilities are not exhaustive and may evolve based on skill level, proficiency, and overall performance.

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s and preferably Master’s, or Ph.D. degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.

Strong background in aerodynamics, fluid mechanics, and turbomachinery.

Strong proficiency in CFD tools (e.g. Ansys CFX or Siemens StarCCM or other) and in leveraging them to drive design decisions.

Proficiency in CAD software (e.g., CATIA or Siemens NX).

15 years of experience with engineering design and/or analysis of compression systems for gas turbine engines from a large OEM or supplier.

Familiarity with programming languages (e.g., Python, MATLAB) for data analysis and automation.

Excellent communication skills and ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary team environment.

Joining our team as an Aerodynamics Compression Systems Fellow and Subject Matter Expert offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the development of cutting-edge aerospace engine technology, shaping the future of aviation. If you are passionate about aerodynamics, turbomachinery, and pushing the boundaries of engineering excellence, we encourage you to apply and be part of our dynamic team.

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