Job Description Summary
As a Research Engineer – Aerothermal Sciences, you will collaboratively execute research and development programs in advanced aerodynamics, aeroacoustics and aeromechanics for GE Aerospace applications. You will interact with personnel at GE Aerospace and Aerospace Research Center technologists and engineers to innovate for the future to deliver on our commitment to sustainability, safety and quality for our customers while advancing aerospace and defense for future generations.
Job Description
Site Overview
Established in 2000, the John F. Welch Technology Center (JFWTC) in Bengaluru is our multidisciplinary research and engineering center. Engineers and scientists at JFWTC have contributed to hundreds of aviation patents, pioneering breakthroughs in engine technologies, advanced materials, and additive manufacturing.
Roles and Responsibilities
- Apply your knowledge in aerodynamics, aeroacoustics and aeromechanics to develop innovative aerothermal-mechanical solutions for GE Aerospace products.
- Develop ideas and concepts, and mature technologies through various technology readiness levels (TRLs), to improve aero performance for GE Aerospace products.
- Deliver on technical projects meeting schedules and budgets, implement plans with minimal guidance to meet technical requirements and document results.
- Participate in a team on multi-generate technology programs to enable future design advancements, while independently executing tasks leveraging your technical skills.
- Network and collaborate with both GE Aerospace business and research team members to identify opportunities for innovation, build plans and execute on technical projects
Ideal Candidate:
Should have experience or specializing in Turbomachinery Aerodynamics, Aeromechanics and/or Aeroacoustics.
Required Qualifications
- Ph.D. in Aerospace/Mechanical Engineering specializing in Turbomachinery Aerodynamics, Aeromechanics and/or Aeroacoustics OR M.S in Aerospace/Mechanical Engineering specializing in Turbomachinery Aerodynamics, Aeromechanics and/or Aeroacoustics with at least 5 years of experience in applied research
- Demonstrated fundamental knowledge turbomachinery aerodynamics / aeromechanics / aeroacoustics and relevant computational expertise
- Demonstrated experience in using in-commercial CFD codes (ANSYS CFX, FLUENT) or experience with in-house codes.
- Demonstrated ability to quickly learn new, unfamiliar technology areas and to abstract system level concepts
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as in a team environment
Desired Characteristics
- Experience in turbomachinery aerodynamics / aeromechanics / aeroacoustics
- Experience in unsteady aero CFD – URANS and LES modelling and applications
- Experience in detailed modeling of turbomachinery components, and sub-components
- Hands-on experience in designing fans, compressors and/or turbines, at various levels of fidelity
- Experience in performing design trade-off studies and design optimization
At GE Aerospace, we have a relentless dedication to the future of safe and more sustainable flight and believe in our talented people to make it happen. Here, you will have the opportunity to work on really cool things with really smart and collaborative people. Together, we will mobilize a new era of growth in aerospace and defense. Where others stop, we accelerate.
