Aircraft Thermodynamics Engineer: CFD & Heat Transfer

Axius Group, LLC; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Axius Group, LLC seeks a Professional, Engineering - Thermodynamics to perform advanced thermodynamic and CFD analyses supporting aircraft design, testing, and performance optimization. The role involves evaluating complex fluid-heat transfer challenges, predicting system performance, and documenting results for engineering execution.

The candidate will use CFD, finite element, CAD, and related tools to model thermal-fluid behavior and support design trade studies while collaborating with

Qualifications

• Experience in thermodynamics, fluid flow, and heat transfer analyses for aerospace applications.
• Ability to interpret analysis results and recommend design improvements.
• Proficiency with CFD/FEA tools and CAD for modeling and documentation.

Responsibilities

• Perform advanced analyses of coupled fluid-heat transfer and thermal systems.
• Conduct internal flow CFD analyses to support aircraft design and sizing decisions.
• Document results, assumptions, and methodologies for technical records and reviews.
• Develop test plans for analysis validation and ground/flight testing.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to communicate results and support decisions.

Skills

Thermodynamics

CFD

Heat Transfer

Aircraft Design

Tools

CFD Software

Finite Element

CAD

Job description

Axius Group, LLC seeks a Professional, Engineering - Thermodynamics to perform advanced thermodynamic and CFD analyses supporting aircraft design, testing, and performance optimization. The role involves evaluating complex fluid-heat transfer challenges, predicting system performance, and documenting results for engineering execution.

The candidate will use CFD, finite element, CAD, and related tools to model thermal-fluid behavior and support design trade studies while collaborating with