Research Engineer: Loads Control Job in Bristol

Research Engineer: Loads Control

General Job Information

The Aeromechanics Department within TCC3 has a responsibility to assess the potential benefit of air-vehicle load control technologies.

Aircraft performance improvement / weigh reduction by the application active flow control for load control is seen a key enabler to meet environmental targets for civil transport aircraft.

In order to fulfill this role a position of Research Engineer for Load Control has been created.

The holder of this role is required to interface with academic and research organisations in the multidisciplinary area of load control as well as well as understanding the engineering requirements and constraints of the Business units.

They must have the capability to manage and undertake demonstrations of the most promising solutions through simulation or testing on realistic industry problems.

The person in this position should have previous experience in the areas of aircraft load control and aero elastics.

They should also have an ability to apply numerical analysis tools (including CFD and aircraft loads model), interpret results and develop engineering solutions.

They shall support the development of methods to allow Business units to assess the performance impact of load control on their products.

They may be required lead tasks in multi-partner projects, and support the development of strategic relationships with Business units Research Establishments and Academia.

Specific Job Details: Application of Numerical analysis techniques to support design decisions and trade studies

Requirements

Technical Skills:

Engineering Physics or Mathematics University Degree with either:

PhD in the application and/or development of numerical methods applied to complex engineering problems or relevant experience in Industry or Research establishment on methods development and/or application to support multidisciplinary aircraft analysis.

Other Skills:

• Can engage effectively with those outside of their own technical competence.
• Can work in a team.
• Can work in multi partner projects.
• Can communicate clearly (verbal and written). Is self-motivating.

Education

• Education Level Subject Year of Study
• BEng/BSc in Engineering, Mathematics or Physical sciences
• PhD within the field of Aerodynamics/Aeroelastics or equivalent industrial experience