Staff Engineer - Turbomachinery Aerodynamics & Aeromechanics

Essential Responsibilities

• Develop standardized simulation process for unsteady complex 3D flows
• Perform CFD analysis to understand impact on aero and aeromechanical performance and articulate physics understanding in the form of flutter, forced response etc.
• Develop high fidelity (LES) flow simulation process for current and future engine programs targeting components like Turbines, Frames, Fans, Compressors, Inlet and Exhausts
• Work collaboratively with global design team on process validation
• Leverage digital and machine learning techniques to improve capacity
• Assist building external funding proposals
• Make recommendations after analysis of the data using quality tools. Protect the Intellectual Property rights of the company
• Participate in sharing & documenting lessons learnt into relevant design practices & design boards

Required Qualifications

• PhD / Post graduate degree in Aerospace/Mechanical Engineering
• Strong technical background in Fluid Dynamics, Turbomachinery Aerodynamics & Aeromechanics and CFD methods (RANS, LES)
• At least 3 years of hands-on experience on using commercial/in-house CFD tools in simulating turbomachinery flows and design applications
• Ability to own end-to end CFD processes involving CAD generation, meshing, case set up, solver run, user defined functions and post processing scripts
• Strong problem-solving skills, self-learning abilities and shown track record for technical excellence
• Ability to work in a cross-functional environment with strong communication and presentation skills

Desired Characteristics

• Hands on experience of simulating complex unsteady, multistage flows
• Exposure and understanding of higher fidelity CFD methods like Large Eddy Simulation (LES)
• Exposure to mesh morphing techniques and associated methodologies
• Excellent coding skills in Python/C
• Experience of using Machine learning methods and optimization technique
• Be flexible and adapt to work on other critical priorities
• 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