Aeroacoustics & Aerothermal Engineer

rollsroyce; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous Annual Leave

Retirement Savings Trust

Group Life Assurance

Group Income Protection

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Digital GP

Employee Assistance & Live Well

Job summary

Rolls-Royce in Derby invites applications for a Noise Aerothermal Engineer to join the Mechanical Systems team. You will predict noise for future and in-service engines, validate designs via tests, and support certification with rig and engine testing.

You will drive technology programs to reduce noise, liaise with suppliers and airframe customers, and contribute to a high-performance aerospace culture through rigorous analysis.

Qualifications

• MEng in Mechanical, Aeronautical Engineering or relevant Science or Maths degree.
• Aeroacoustics, gas turbine cycle design or aero-thermal/aerodynamics experience required.
• Gas Turbine full Engine or rig testing and analysis experience is desirable.
• Ability to apply logical and analytical thinking and communicate ideas effectively.
• Proactive, persistent and customer focused with self-motivation.
• Strong project management and planning skills for urgent and long-term work.
• Interpersonal and communication skills for liaising with airframe customers and leaders.

Responsibilities

• Provide design advice to meet noise requirements.
• Estimate noise performance of new or in-service engines to tight timelines and standards.
• Liaise with programme leadership and external partners on Noise Engineering.
• Manage experimental activities and evaluate relevant acoustic data.
• Lead R&T programs to generate low-noise technology.
• Collaborate with partners and academia on noise capability strategy.

Skills

Aeroacoustics

Gas turbine design

Aero-thermal

Engine testing

Analytical thinking

Project management

Communication skills

Education

MEng in Mechanical, Aeronautical Engineering or relevant Science or Maths degree

Job description

Rolls-Royce in Derby invites applications for a Noise Aerothermal Engineer to join the Mechanical Systems team. You will predict noise for future and in-service engines, validate designs via tests, and support certification with rig and engine testing.

You will drive technology programs to reduce noise, liaise with suppliers and airframe customers, and contribute to a high-performance aerospace culture through rigorous analysis.