Lead Engineer - Aero CFD Tools

Job Description Summary We are seeking a highly motivated and technically proficient Lead Engineer to join our team at GE Aerospace, Bangalore. This role is focused on developing tools for CFD geometry generation, mesh generation processing to enable aerodynamic and aeromechanical simulations design. The role will involve working with various Fortran based tools development, innovative computational geometry techniques such as mesh morphing etc. The candidate will collaborate with a global engineering teams to push computational boundaries, ensure robust tools performance, and implement state-of-the-art preprocessing postprocessing techniques. Job Description

• Work collaboratively with the global development team and implement advanced numerical methods in in-house pre-processor and post-processor.
• Work with a global team of tool developers to build automated CFD geometry and meshing capabilities for aerodynamic and aeromechanical simulations design.
• Preprocessing for LES-based CFD workflow, leveraging GPU to speed up CFD simulation processes or establish GPU-based workflows
• Productionization and integration of existing proof-of-concepts/tools for mesh morphing with the CFD system; development of new capabilities for both RANS LES based CFD simulations
• Skills with structured unstructured CFD meshing techniques relevant software experience.
• Knowledge of basic scripting languages, e.g. shell, perl, python, qt, Tcl/Tk, etc.
• Enhance the capabilities of the current framework to improve business value.
• Develop test suites and validate the functioning of new capabilities.
• Fine-tune current formulations to continuously improve robustness, speed, and accuracy.
• Facilitate reviews with the user community and work collaboratively with them for application to engine programs.
• Resolve issues faced by users in a timely manner and document the learnings.
• Be responsible for the uninterrupted functioning of the CFD framework across all global sites.
• Conduct thorough evaluations of new features in tools automation processes to establish suitability for release and guide further development direction.
• Work collaboratively with design teams and assist in the development of best practices for CFD simulations.
• Maintain quality by adhering to existing code development standards.
• Stay up to date on the latest developments in CFD methods from the external world and academia
• Leverage digital and machine learning techniques to improve capacity.
• Recommend innovative approaches based on existing limitation in the processes
• Protect the Intellectual Property rights of the Company
• Participate in documenting and sharing lessons learned in relevant technical forums.

• Masters + 4 Years of relevant experience or PhD degree in Aerospace/Thermal/Mechanical Engineering.
• Strong technical background in Computational Fluid Dynamics, computational geometry vector algebra, numerical methods, algorithms and data structures.
• Familiarity experience in developing CFD tools/processes using FORTRAN or C/C++
• Strong problem-solving skills, self-learning abilities, and a proven track record of technical excellence.
• Ability to work in a cross-functional environment with strong communication and presentation skills.
• Familiarity with AI and machine learning techniques, including their application in CFD and optimization processes.

• Familiarity or basic knowledge in parallel programming, experience with Fortran/C.
• CAD Modelling NXOpen programming.
• Code development experience in Linux and HPC environments.
• Hands-on experience in using 3rd party CFD simulation software (CAD, solver, meshing postprocessing: CFX, Fluent, ICEM, Pointwise, Ensight, Autogrid, Tecplot, Paraview etc.).
• Good understanding of Turbomachinery flow.
• Experience using machine learning methods and optimization techniques.
• Hands-on experience in mesh handling/editing/morphing techniques either using FORTRAN/C/C++ codes or through external 3rd party software.
• Knowledge of CFD Data structured - HDF/CGNS
• Flexibility and adaptability to work on critical priorities as per business needs.
• Ability to collaborate and coordinate tasks involving global team members.
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• Humble: respectful, receptive, agile, eager to learn
• Transparent: shares critical information, speaks with candor, contributes constructively
• Focused: quick learner, strategically prioritizes work, committed
• Leadership ability: strong communicator, decision-maker, collaborative
• Problem solver: analytical-minded, challenges existing processes, critical thinker

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