Aerospace design/stress subject matter expert

QuEST Global Services Pte. Ltd
united kingdom
11 months ago
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Quest Global is an organization at the forefront of innovation and one of the world’s fastest growing engineering services firms with deep domain knowledge and recognized expertise in the top OEMs across seven industries. We are a twenty-five-year-old company on a journey to becoming a centenary one, driven by aspiration, hunger, and humility.

We are looking for humble geniuses, who believe that engineering has the potential to make the impossible, possible; innovators, who are not only inspired by technology and innovation, but also perpetually driven to design, develop, and test as a trusted partner for Fortune 500 customers.

As a team of remarkably diverse engineers, we recognize that what we are really engineering is a brighter future for us all. If you want to contribute to meaningful work and be part of an organization that truly believes when you win, we all win, and when you fail, we all learn, then we’re eager to hear from you.

The achievers and courageous challenge-crushers we seek, have the following characteristics and skills:
 

Aerospace gas turbine design – subject matter expert (SME)

Be at the forefront of exciting revolutionary technologies that will transform the aviation industry. Contribute to design and development programs involving advanced technologies ranging from, open-rotor gas turbine, compact high-pressure core, and hybrid-electric architecture to compatibility with alternative fuels and new materials. You will play a significant role in the realization of these cutting-edge technology demonstrators.

As a subject matter expert, you’ll possess 20+ years of experience within the field of aerospace gas turbine design. You will possess in depth knowledge and expertise within gas turbine technologies, specifically the design, development, and optimisation of gas turbine engines.

Demonstratable experience and understanding in gas turbine design in the following areas:

Understand the principles of thermodynamics and fluid mechanics as they apply to gas turbine engines, including combustion processes, fluid flow dynamics, and heat transfer mechanisms. Expertise in the design of gas turbine components in either the compressor, combustion, turbine, transmission, or externals sections of the engine. Knowledge of the materials employed and their selection for differing components and sections of the engine, considering factors such as temperature, pressure, and mechanical properties. Possess an understanding of aerodynamics and the principles of the flow of compressed and combusted air through the engine, optimising component design for efficiency and performance. System integration experience, integrating various components and subsystems ensuring compatibility, reliability, and overall system performance. Strong on safety standards and regulations, employ the best practices for aerospace gas turbine design.

In additional to the opportunity of working on the next generation of aerospace projects, we offer:

A strong and compelling Company culture Competitive rates Hybrid working pattern in a dynamic and collaborative work environment.

DISCLAIMER:Due to the nature of work candidates should be UK citizen/ EU Citizen/ Valid work permit holder. For further information contact us on:

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