Gas Turbine Thermal System Engineer - Thermal, SAS, Whole Engine

Edge Group; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 350,000 - 650,000; Full time

Job summary

EDGE Group PJSC is seeking a Gas Turbine Thermal System Engineer to contribute to thermal design and analysis across turbojet and turbofan programs. The role focuses on thermal mapping, secondary air and oil system design, and verification through simulations and experiments.

The ideal candidate has aerospace/mechanical engineering background, 5–15 years of experience in gas turbine propulsion, heat transfer, and fluid mechanics, with strong communication and mentoring abilities.

Qualifications

• Aerospace, Mechanical Engineering degree.

Responsibilities

• Carry out component thermal analysis simulations for thermal mapping of the engine
• Carry out steady and transient thermal & secondary flows assessment in gas turbine engine components
• Carry out sizing and design studies for the oil / lubrication system, seals, sump, bearings & pumps.
• Develop numerical and experimental methods for method verification and validation
• Support other team members, develop junior engineers and provide constructive feedback
• Review the designs, simulations and generate testing guidelines
• Identify project risks and plan for mitigation

Skills

Thermal design

Gas turbine propulsion

Heat transfer

Thermodynamics

Fluid mechanics

Programming (C, Matlab/Simulink)

Communication

Problem solving

Industry awareness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering

Tools

ANSYS Workbench

Flomaster

Amesim

Job description

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Gas Turbine Thermal System Engineer - Thermal, SAS, Whole Engine

Date: 26 Aug 2026

Company: EDGE Group PJSC

External Job Description

About Us

PowerTech is a leading innovator in propulsion technologies, specializing in cutting-edge microjets, turbofan engines, and internal combustion engines. We are dedicated to advancing propulsion systems through rigorous testing, precision engineering, and robust manufacturing processes.

Job Overview:

Thermal System Design Engineer will be responsible for carrying out the gas turbine component thermal analysis, secondary air system and oil system design & analysis activities within the turbojet & turbofan development programs. This role requires expert knowledge in heat transfer, fluid mechanics, gas turbine propulsion, planning for projects and ability to develop individuals.

Key Responsibilities:

• Carry out component thermal analysis simulations for thermal mapping of the engine
• Carry out steady and transient thermal & secondary flows assessment in gas turbine engine components
• Carry out sizing and design studies for the oil / lubrication system, seals, sump, bearings & pumps.
• Develop numerical and experimental methods for method verification and validation
• Support other team members, develop junior engineers and provide constructive feedback
• Review the designs, simulations and generate testing guidelines
• Identify project risks and plan for mitigation

Qualifications & Experience:

• Aerospace, Mechanical Engineering degree or a related field.
• Strong background in gas turbine propulsion, heat transfer, thermodynamics and fluid mechanics.
• Experience: 5-15 years or more.

Skills:

• Technical skills in one or a combination of stated topics.
• Using commercial tools such as Ansys Workbench or similar.
• Experience in FEA, CFD or lower order simulation methods.
• Experience in 1D flow network software such as Flomaster and Amesim
• Experience in programming using C, Matlab/Simulink or similar.
• Awareness on the state‑of‑the‑art technologies in materials, aerodynamics and structural mechanics to link with thermal system design for gas turbine propulsion
• Good communication and presentation skills to interact with team members, clients, and vendors.
• Ability to solve problems, prioritize tasks and delegate when necessary