As a Turbomachinery Aero Engineer, they will primarily focus on maturing high-fidelity (LES) flow simulation process for turbomachinery components like high pressure turbines, turbine vane frames, low pressure turbines, turbine rear frame, fan blades, compressors, inlets and exhaust nozzles, impacting current and future engine programs. In this role it is expected to develop standardized simulation methodologies by collaborating with other team members and global design teams; learn the current aero design processes and apply them to estimate performance of a component and utilize physics understanding to drive design changes, assess aerodynamic risks like performance short fall and devise testing strategies to validate the simulation methodologies.As a Turbomachinery Aero Engineer, they will primarily focus on maturing high-fidelity (LES) flow simulation process for turbomachinery components like high pressure turbines, turbine vane frames, low pressure turbines, turbine rear frame, fan blades, compressors, inlets and exhaust nozzles, impacting current and future engine programs. In this role it is expected to develop standardized simulation methodologies by collaborating with other team members and global design teams; learn the current aero design processes and apply them to estimate performance of a component and utilize physics understanding to drive design changes, assess aerodynamic risks like performance short fall and devise testing strategies to validate the simulation methodologies.Job Description
Company Overview
Working at GE Aerospace means you are bringing your unique perspective, innovative spirit, drive, and curiosity to a collaborative and diverse team working to advance aerospace for future generations. If you have ideas, we will listen. Join us and see your ideas take flight!
Site Overview
Established in 2000, the John F. Welch Technology Center (JFWTC) in Bengaluru is GE Aerospace’s multidisciplinary research and engineering center. Pushing the boundaries of innovation every day, engineers and scientists at JFWTC have contributed to hundreds of aviation patents, pioneering breakthroughs in engine technologies, advanced materials, and additive manufacturing.
Role Overview:
- Develop standardized simulation process for unsteady complex 3D flows
- Perform CFD analysis to assess aero performance and articulate physics understanding
- 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
Preferred Qualifications:
- PhD/Post graduate degree in Aerospace/Mechanical Engineering
- Strong technical background in Fluid Dynamics, Turbomachinery Aerodynamics 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)
- Excellent coding skills in Python/C
- Experience of using Machine learning methods and optimization techniques
- Be flexible and adapt to work on other critical priorities
Whether we are manufacturing components for our engines, driving innovation in fuel and noise reduction, or unlocking new opportunities to grow and deliver more productivity, our GE Aerospace teams are dedicated and making a global impact. Join us and help move the aerospace industry forward.
Additional Information
Relocation Assistance Provided: Yes
