PhD Intern - Heat Transfer and Propulsion Systems
Location
Karnataka | India
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Job Description Summary
As PhD Intern – Heat transfer & Systems, you will collaboratively work on Heat Transfer and/or Propulsion System analysis research & development programs for aircraft engines. You will interact with personnel at GE Aerospace and Aerospace Research Center technologists and engineers to innovate for the future to deliver on our commitment to sustainability, safety and quality for our customers while advancing aerospace and defense for future generations.
This is a paid internship and is typically structured for a 3-month period or upon completion of PhD defense whichever is earlier. It may be extended or converted to a full-time employment based on performance, mutual interests, and business/program needs/funding.
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Roles and Responsibilities
- Apply your knowledge in Heat Transfer and Propulsion Systems to define and develop innovative aerothermal/mechanical solutions for GE Aerospace portfolio
- Deliver on technical projects with guidance to meet project requirements
- Participate in a team on technology programs to enable future design advancements, while demonstrating independence in executing tasks leveraging your technical skills
Required Qualifications
- Submitted Ph.D. thesis in Aerospace/Mechanical Engineering specializing in Combustion; you should have approval from your University & Doctoral Advisor to pursue this opportunity. Candidates pursuing graduate studies worldwide authorized to work in India are also welcomed to apply for this internship.
- Demonstrated fundamental knowledge in heat transfer and/or system modeling as evidenced by advanced graduate coursework and research
- Experience with commercial software (FLUENT, CFX, Icepak, NPSS, ASPEN) or equivalent
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Demonstrated ability to work independently and in a team environment
Desired Characteristics
- Research in any one of the following areas: electronics cooling, gas turbine heat transfer, thermal management of electric machines, propulsion systems modeling
- Demonstrated experience with aerothermal system level modeling will be an advantage, knowledge of NPSS or equivalent propulsion system modeling tools
- Programming skills in Python, MATLAB, FORTRAN
Additional Information
Relocation Assistance Provided: Yes
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