Aerothermal Engineer — CFD & Turbomachinery Expert

Rolls-Royce plc; Indianapolis, Northern (IN, KY); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Rolls-Royce plc in Indianapolis, IN is seeking an Aerothermal Engineer to design, analyze, and simulate gas turbine components using CFD, meanline, and throughflow methods. You will collaborate with aerodynamics, heat transfer, and mechanical design teams to understand interfaces and deliver performance maps.

Candidates should have a degree in Engineering/Physics/Math with 2+ years in thermodynamics or aerodynamics; US citizenship is required. Relocation assistance may be provided.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Physics or Math with 2+ years experience in Thermodynamics or Aerodynamics.
• Master's or PhD preferred for advanced roles.
• US citizenship required for consideration.

Responsibilities

• Design, analyze, and simulate gas turbine system components using meanline, throughflow, and CFD methods.
• Collaborate with aerodynamics, heat transfer, and mechanical design teams to define interfaces and performance maps.
• Plan and execute component and sub-system rig tests for development and technology maturation.
• Interpret CFD results and experimental data to support design decisions.

Skills

Aerodynamics

Thermodynamics

CFD

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Master's degree in Engineering

PhD in Engineering

Tools

CFD software

Job description

Rolls-Royce plc in Indianapolis, IN is seeking an Aerothermal Engineer to design, analyze, and simulate gas turbine components using CFD, meanline, and throughflow methods. You will collaborate with aerodynamics, heat transfer, and mechanical design teams to understand interfaces and deliver performance maps.

Candidates should have a degree in Engineering/Physics/Math with 2+ years in thermodynamics or aerodynamics; US citizenship is required. Relocation assistance may be provided.