Research Systems Engineer - Bristol, United Kingdom - Kdc Resource

Description

The project is to design and develop fuel systems in support of hydrogen powered aircraft.

As a Senior Research Engineer specializing in hydrogen fuel systems, your role will involve designing, testing, and optimizing hydrogen storage, distribution, and propulsion systems to enable efficient and sustainable aerospace transportation.

This position requires expertise in aerospace engineering, hydrogen fuel technology, system integration, and regulatory compliance.

Design innovative hydrogen fuel systems tailored to aerospace platforms, considering factors such as weight, volume, performance, and safety.

Integrate hydrogen storage tanks, fuel cells, and propulsion systems into aircraft structures while minimizing impact on aerodynamics and structural integrity.

Collaborate with propulsion engineers to develop hydrogen fuel cell systems, combustion engines, or hybrid propulsion architectures suitable for aerospace vehicles.

Optimize fuel cell performance, efficiency, and power output through system modelling, component selection, and control strategy development.
Performance Analysis and Simulation :

Utilize computational fluid dynamics (CFD), finite element analysis (FEA), and system simulation tools to assess the performance and behaviour of hydrogen fuel systems under various operating conditions.

Predict system efficiency, range, endurance, and environmental impact to inform design decisions and performance optimization efforts.


Testing and Validation:

Plan and conduct ground and flight tests to validate the performance, reliability, and safety of hydrogen fuel systems in real-world aerospace environments.

Analyse test data, identify performance anomalies, and implement design improvements based on test results and feedback.


Regulatory Compliance:

Interface with regulatory agencies such as the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) or European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) to facilitate certification and approval processes.

Risk Assessment and

Safety Analysis:

Conduct risk assessments and safety analyses to identify potential hazards associated with hydrogen fuel systems and develop mitigation strategies to ensure safe operation.

Implement safety features, fail-safe mechanisms, and emergency procedures to minimize risks and protect personnel, passengers, and assets.
Technology Innovation and Research

Stay abreast of advancements in hydrogen fuel technology, aerospace propulsion, and related fields through literature review, technical conferences, and collaboration with research institutions.

5+ years of experience in aerospace engineering, with a focus on propulsion systems, fuel systems, or aircraft systems integration
~ Experience of general aircraft systems architecture development processes, such as ARP4754 and ARP 4761.

Building 307 Aviation Park Bournemouth Airport Dorset BH23 6NW

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