At QDSS, we are more than an engineering company—we are a force for innovation and positive change. With over 25 years of proven expertise in solving mission-critical challenges, we empower our team to push boundaries, combining deep industry knowledge, cutting-edge technology, and a collaborative "think tank" approach. Our vision is to be the trusted partner of choice for our defense and aerospace clients, delivering secure, sustainable, and world-class solutions that build a brighter future.
Aero Thermal Engineer
Location
United States
Posted
64 days ago
Salary
$66.3K - $76.5K / year
Job Description
Role Description
Embark on a journey with QDSS at the forefront of technological innovation as we seek talented Engineers to shape the future of cutting-edge projects and contribute to a culture of excellence and creativity. This role is remote with travel to client sites as needed (10-15%) and due to the nature of the work US Citizenship is required.
Roles & Responsibilities:
- Use computational tools to perform thermal and/or CFD analysis for gas turbine components and turbomachinery.
- Lead the effort in development of geometry and mesh for analysis models along with the necessary model setup and analysis of those models.
- Post-process and prepare high-quality presentations of results.
- Prepare and present reports on findings on formal technical reviews.
- Create, support and maintain secondary airflow system models and whole engine models.
- Develop and participate in root cause and/or risk failure mode and error analysis (FMEA) for gas turbine engines.
- Support test and fielded hardware verification and validation efforts.
Qualifications
- 1-3 years’ experience in CFD Analysis, Aero-Thermal, Secondary Airflow Systems.
- BS or higher in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering or equivalent.
- Familiar with fluid dynamics and heat transfer theory.
- Exposure to gas turbines is highly preferred.
- Demonstrated ability to meet deadlines, work under time constraints, maintain composure and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
- Experience with Star-CCM+, ANSYS Fluent or CFX is highly preferred.
- Proficiency with MS Office, particularly MS Excel required.
- Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work in a team environment.
- Like to work in a fast-paced, creative environment.
- Enjoy people and dynamic teams with diverse experiences.
Requirements
- Remote work environment.
- Travel 10% - 15%.
- Substantial amounts of telephone/video conferencing and computer work.
- Heavily Regulated Industries with strict adherence to procedures.
- Flexibility to meet business deadlines by staying late or arriving early.
- Typical 8 hour days plus lunch / 40 hour weeks / core (required) hours are 9AM to 4PM.
- Ability to use personal transportation to visit customer locations.
Benefits
- Full compensation package is based on candidate experience and certifications.
- Pay Ranges: $66,281 — $76,478 USD.
Company Description
At QDSS, we are more than an engineering company—we are a force for innovation and positive change. With over 25 years of proven expertise in solving mission-critical challenges, we empower our team to push boundaries, combining deep industry knowledge, cutting-edge technology, and a collaborative "think tank" approach.
Our vision is to be the trusted partner of choice for our defense and aerospace clients, delivering secure, sustainable, and world-class solutions that build a brighter future.
Job Requirements
- 1-3 years’ experience in CFD Analysis, Aero-Thermal, Secondary Airflow Systems.
- BS or higher in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering or equivalent.
- Familiar with fluid dynamics and heat transfer theory.
- Exposure to gas turbines is highly preferred.
- Demonstrated ability to meet deadlines, work under time constraints, maintain composure and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
- Experience with Star-CCM+, ANSYS Fluent or CFX is highly preferred.
- Proficiency with MS Office, particularly MS Excel required.
- Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work in a team environment.
- Like to work in a fast-paced, creative environment.
- Enjoy people and dynamic teams with diverse experiences.
- Remote work environment.
- Travel 10% - 15%.
- Substantial amounts of telephone/video conferencing and computer work.
- Heavily Regulated Industries with strict adherence to procedures.
- Flexibility to meet business deadlines by staying late or arriving early.
- Typical 8 hour days plus lunch / 40 hour weeks / core (required) hours are 9AM to 4PM.
- Ability to use personal transportation to visit customer locations.
Benefits
- Full compensation package is based on candidate experience and certifications.
- Pay Ranges: $66,281 — $76,478 USD.
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