About the Job
The Design Engineer – Advanced Engine Architectures will contribute to the design, simulation, and development of future propulsion systems—ranging from the unconventional to the unprecedented. POWERTECH is a center of excellence for propulsion technologies, specializing in the design, engineering, and manufacturing of combustion engines, expendable turbojet engines, and turbofan engines for a wide range of aerospace, defense, and autonomous applications, including fixed- and rotary-wing UAVs and other advanced platforms.
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Key Responsibilities
- Assist in the design, analysis, and development of new engine architectures, focusing on unconventional and revolutionary propulsion systems.
- Collaborate with senior engineers to model, simulate, and test innovative propulsion designs and concepts.
- Create detailed 3D CAD models of propulsion components and assemblies under the guidance of senior engineers.
- Perform FEA simulations of parts and subassemblies under operating loads using commercial software.
- Write or maintain scripts (Python, MATLAB, etc.) to automate geometry generation and parameterized design studies.
- Work closely with senior engineers, team members, and cross-functional departments to support the development of revolutionary propulsion technologies.
Qualifications
- Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field.
- Experience: 1-5 years of experience in CAD design and FEA of mechanical components. Familiarity with aerospace or propulsion systems is beneficial.
- Skills:
- Basic understanding of propulsion system fundamentals, thermodynamics, and fluid dynamics.
- Strong mechanical design and modeling ability using CAD tools.
- Practical experience in FEA and thermal loading.
- Scripting proficiency (Python, MATLAB, C# or similar) to support design and analysis workflows.
- Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills with an eagerness to learn and grow in advanced propulsion technologies.
Personal Attributes
- Curious and motivated with a strong desire to learn and contribute to the development of cutting-edge propulsion systems.
- Detail-oriented with keen attention to detail and accuracy.
- A team player with the ability to collaborate and communicate effectively within a team.
- Proactive and initiative-driven, self-motivated with a problem-solving approach.
- Adaptable to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment where innovation and change are constant.
