Aero Thermal Engineer

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Ohio.

📋 Description

• Utilize computational tools to conduct thermal and/or CFD analysis for components related to gas turbines and turbomachinery.

• Oversee the creation of geometry and mesh for analysis models, including model configuration and analysis.

• Analyze results and create high-quality presentations.

• Prepare and deliver findings during formal technical reviews.

• Develop, support, and maintain models for secondary airflow systems and entire engine systems.

• Engage in root cause analysis and/or risk failure mode and error analysis (FMEA) for gas turbine engines.

• Assist in the verification and validation efforts for tested and fielded hardware.

• Collaborate extensively with customer teams, comprehend customer challenges, and provide proactive solutions.

• Carry out other assigned responsibilities.

⛳️ Requirements

• 4–8 years of experience in CFD Analysis, Aero-Thermal, or Secondary Airflow Systems.

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field.

• Understanding of fluid dynamics and heat transfer principles.

• Experience with gas turbines is highly desirable.

• Proficiency in Star-CCM+, ANSYS Fluent, or CFX is strongly preferred.

• Skilled in MS Office, especially MS Excel.

• Capability to meet deadlines, operate under time constraints, maintain composure, and manage multiple tasks concurrently.

• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively in a team setting.

• U.S. Citizenship is required due to the nature of the work.

• Must have personal transportation available for visiting customer locations.

• Willingness to work core hours from 9 AM to 4 PM and complete a standard 40-hour work week.

🏝️ Benefits

• Competitive salary.

• Employer-matched 401(k) plan.

• Assistance with professional certification.

• Clear pathways for career advancement.

• A flexible, collaborative, and people-oriented workplace environment.

• Comprehensive medical, dental, life, and disability insurance coverage.

• Support for professional development opportunities.

• Opportunity to work on safety- and mission-critical projects that have a meaningful impact in the real world.