Aerothermal Engineer
Engineering & Manufacturing
TechnicalSpecialist–AerothermalEngineer
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“Technical Specialist – Aerothermal Engineer at Aerothermal Engineer. Skills: Aerothermal Engineer, aerodynamics, turbomachinery, computation fluid dynamics (CFD), gas turbine engine architecture, thermodynamics, heat transfer. Design, analyze, and simulate various gas turbine system components and sub-systems using a variety of methodologies, including meanline, throughflow, and computational fluid dynamics (CFD).. Work with performance organization and system level design to define, understand,”
What You'll Achieve.
support the delivery of key programme milestones thus enabling the delivery of our Defence strategy for the next 50 years.; commit to sub-system performance levels.
Industry & Context.
Assemble, interpret, and report a combination of CFD simulations, experimental results, and first principle analyses into a cohesive understanding of component and sub-system capabilities as measured against requirements.
US Citizen
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Bachelor's degree in engineering, physics or mathematics and 5+ years of experience in the aero industry OR Master's Degree in a quality, engineering discipline or business management and 3+ years experience in the aero industry OR JD/PhD, US Citizen
Nice to Have
Proficient with aerodynamics, turbomachinery, airfoil design, and computation fluid dynamics (CFD), Competent with gas turbine engine architecture, thermodynamics, and heat transfer, Previous experience in component aerodynamic design, Communicates aerothermal concepts clearly and succinctly with appropriate technical depth to variety of audiences, Works well in a collaborative, multidisciplinary, product focused team, Has a wide awareness of engineering issues & requirement
What You'll Do.
and simulate various gas turbine system components and sub-systems using a variety of methodologies
and computational fluid dynamics (CFD).
Work with performance organization and system level design to define
and interpret sub-system requirements and issue sub-system performance maps and bids.
Interface with aeromechanics
and mechanical design to understand and account for impact on aerodynamic design.
and oversee component and sub-system “rig” tests for product development and/or technology development
including data reduction and processing as well as detailed post-test analysis.
and report a combination of CFD simulations
and first principle analyses into a cohesive understanding of component and sub-system capabilities as measured against requirements.
Support the wider aerodynamics disciplines
both locally and globally
with capability acquisition via methods and coding
and collaborating in the community of practice.
Practice continuous improvement principles by using and updating best practices
and eliminating wasteful process steps.
providing direction and guidance to other aerothermal engineers.
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Work with performance organization and system level design to define, understand, and interpret sub-system requirements and issue sub-system performance maps and bids.; Interface with aeromechanics, heat transfer, and mechanical design to understand and account for impact on aerodynamic design.; Support the wider aerodynamics disciplines, both locally and globally, with capability acquisition via methods and coding, technology plans, and collaborating in the community of practice.; Works well in a collaborative, multidisciplinary, product focused team.
Communication Scope
Communicates aerothermal concepts clearly and succinctly with appropriate technical depth to variety of audiences
Process & Methodology
Plan, execute, and oversee component and sub-system “rig” tests for product development and/or technology development
Full Job Description
## **Job Description** **Job Title:****Technical Specialist – Aerothermal Engineer** **Working Pattern: Fulltime** **Working location: Indianapolis, IN** Exciting opportunities for Aero Engineers have arisen within a number of our Programmes and Capability development teams. In all areas these roles involve working with a range of key business stakeholders to support the delivery of key programme milestones thus enabling the delivery of our Defence strategy for the next 50 years. This is how we create brilliance, which we should sell by letting the facts speak for themselves. The Engineering Technology & Safety Aerothermal teams are responsible for the aerothermal design and validation of modules in the gas turbine main flow-path, including Intake, Fan, Compressor, Combustor, Turbine, After-Burner and Exhaust systems. Working alongside the mechanical design teams these aero teams specify the gas-washed surfaces and commit to sub-system performance levels. **Why Rolls-Royce?** Rolls-Royce is one of the most enduring and iconic brands in the world and has been at the forefront of innovation for over a century. We design, build and service systems that provide critical power to customers where safety and reliability are paramount. We are proud to be a force for progress, powering, protecting and connecting people everywhere. We want to ensure that the excellence and ingenuity that has shaped our history continues into our future and we need people like you to come and join us on this journey. Rolls-Royce has been recognized as the top employer in the **Engineering & Manufacturing** category on the prestigious **Forbes Top Employers for Engineers** list for 2025. This ranking highlights our commitment to innovation, employee development, and fostering a collaborative environment where engineers can thrive. Be part of a team that sets the industry standard and drives groundbreaking solutions. At Rolls-Royce, we are committed to creating a workplace where all employees fe
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