Senior Aerothermal Engineer – Thermal Management

About the role

We are seeking a Senior Aerothermal Engineer to join a specialist thermal‑management team working on next‑generation aerospace systems. The role involves designing, analysing and developing advanced thermal solutions for demanding aerospace applications.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and maintain thermal‑fluid and aerothermal models.
• Perform sizing calculations and analyse airflow, oil and fuel flow characteristics.
• Support new product development from concept through validation.
• Define modelling approaches, validation strategies and correlate simulation data with physical testing.
• Assist with test definition, instrumentation and post‑test analysis.
• Drive technical problem‑solving across engineering functions.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of modelling tools and methodologies.

Required profile

• Degree qualified in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline.
• Strong background in thermal‑fluid analysis and aerothermal engineering.
• Experience with 1D modelling tools and ANSYS.
• Understanding of airflow, oil systems and fuel systems.
• Aerospace experience is desirable.
• Excellent analytical and problem‑solving capability.

Required skills

• Thermal‑fluid analysis
• Aerothermal engineering
• 1D modelling tools
• ANSYS
• Airflow analysis
• Oil system analysis
• Fuel system analysis

What we offer

• Very competitive salary plus bonus.
• Free on‑site car parking and subsidised restaurant meals.
• Pension scheme with up to 10% company contribution.
• Health & wellbeing programme and employee discounts.
• Share scheme and career development in a high‑performing aerospace environment.