Engineering Thermodynamics

AXIUS GROUP LLC • Wichita, KS

13d • Onsite

About The Position

The Professional, Engineering - Thermodynamics is responsible for performing advanced thermodynamic, fluid-flow, heat-transfer, and computational fluid dynamics analyses in support of aircraft design, testing, and performance optimization. This position evaluates complex coupled fluid-heat transfer challenges, supports aircraft right-sizing and design decisions, prepares and documents analysis and test results, and develops engineering practice documentation to support consistent technical execution.

Requirements

• Advanced knowledge of thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, heat transfer, internal flow analysis, and coupled fluid-thermal systems
• Knowledge of CFD analysis methods, finite element analysis concepts, aircraft system performance, and in-flight icing considerations
• Working knowledge of Star-CCM+, Ansys Fluent, SpaceClaim, SimCenter3D, and Microsoft Office products, including advanced Excel
• Familiarity with inlet and outlet design, pipe network flow, test planning, ground testing, and flight test documentation
• Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field required
• Coursework or experience in fluid mechanics, heat transfer, in-flight icing, CFD analysis, and thermal systems required
• Minimum of five to eight years of experience in internal flow CFD analysis required
• Experience performing complex CFD and finite element analyses required

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of programming, complex codes, Unix operating systems, high-performance computing interfaces, and languages such as Fortran, Visual Basic, C++, C#, or Python is preferred
• Experience with inlet/outlet design and analysis, high-performance computing, or programming is preferred

Responsibilities

• Perform complex computational analyses involving coupled fluid-heat transfer, pipe network flow, heat transfer, thermodynamics, and aircraft-related thermal challenges
• Conduct internal flow CFD analysis to support aircraft design, system performance, and component sizing decisions
• Interpret analysis results within the context of aircraft design requirements, right-sizing, reliability, safety, and performance objectives
• Prepare engineering test plans for analysis validation, ground testing, flight testing, and related technical evaluations
• Document analysis results, assumptions, methodologies, ground test findings, flight test findings, and technical recommendations
• Develop, write, and update engineering practice documents, procedures, and technical standards as required
• Use CFD, finite element, CAD, and simulation tools to model complex thermal-fluid behavior and support design trade studies
• Collaborate with engineering, design, testing, and program stakeholders to communicate results and support informed technical decisions
• Comply with company policies and procedures and perform other duties as assigned

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior