Combustion Dynamics Analyst — Hybrid SF

Belcan Corporation; Brisbane (CA); Hybrid; USD 117,900 - 144,100; Full time

Job summary

Belcan Corporation is seeking a Combustion Systems-Staff Analyst in a San Francisco hybrid role. You will own combustor dynamics, run simulations, and collaborate with Responsible Engineers to translate physical phenomena into design insights.

The role requires 6–8 years in combustion dynamics or an advanced degree with relevant experience, strong Python/Matlab skills, and hands-on diagnostic capability. Expect a contract-to-hire path and a focus on reliability and performance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering; Master’s or PhD strongly preferred.
• 6–8 years of combustion dynamics / thermoacoustics in gas turbines or relevant PhD plus ~3 years.
• Experience with thermoacoustics, CFD (LES), acoustic-network modeling, and diagnostic methods.

Responsibilities

• Interface with Responsible Engineers to provide inputs and clarify physical phenomena.
• Prepare, run, and post-process simulation models (FEA, CFD, Heat Transfer).
• Analyze test data with REs to qualify hardware and maintain fleet reliability.
• Develop reduced-order models to simplify Parallax analysis stack.

Skills

Thermoacoustics

Reacting-flow/LES CFD

Acoustic-network modeling

Combustion-instability mitigation

Rig diagnostics

Python/Matlab

Education

Bachelor's in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering

Master's or PhD strongly preferred

Tools

FEA

CFD

Job description

Belcan Corporation is seeking a Combustion Systems-Staff Analyst in a San Francisco hybrid role. You will own combustor dynamics, run simulations, and collaborate with Responsible Engineers to translate physical phenomena into design insights.

The role requires 6–8 years in combustion dynamics or an advanced degree with relevant experience, strong Python/Matlab skills, and hands-on diagnostic capability. Expect a contract-to-hire path and a focus on reliability and performance.