Turbine & Hot Gas Path Aero Engineer

Ovii's Interpretation of the Role

The Turbine & Hot Gas Path Aero Engineer will own turbine aerodynamic design, high‑fidelity CFD, and hot‑section performance analysis for next‑generation gas‑turbine engines. The role blends CFD modelling, blade‑shape optimisation, and thermofluid analysis within a fast‑moving deep‑tech startup.

Role Snapshot

• Turbine aerodynamic design
• High‑fidelity 3D CFD analysis
• Mean‑line & quasi‑3D blade modelling
• Blade geometry optimisation
• Hot‑section performance interpretation
• CAD modelling (NX or equivalent)

Must-Have Requirements

• Master’s degree in Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering (turbomachinery focus)
• 3+ years turbine aerodynamics or hot‑gas‑path experience
• Advanced proficiency in 3D CFD (ANSYS CFX)
• Mean‑line/throughflow/2D blade analysis capability
• Blade shape optimisation experience
• Solid foundation in heat transfer, compressible‑flow, thermodynamics, fluid mechanics
• Proficiency with CAD software (NX or equivalent)
• turbine aerodynamics
• hot‑gas‑path analysis
• CFD simulation
• blade optimisation
• Master’s degree in Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering with focus on turbomachinery, aerodynamics, or thermal sciences
• Master’s degree required
• On‑site work in Bangalore

Work Setup

• Location: Bangalore, India
• Work mode: ONSITE
• Employment type: Full-Time

Not Specified in JD

• Visa sponsorship
• Salary range
• Remote eligibility
• Certifications
• Relocation
• Notice period
• Travel
• Security clearance
• Coding test
• Portfolio
• GitHub
• Writing sample
• Cover letter

What You'll Likely Work On

• Design and analyse turbine components using mean‑line, through‑flow and blade‑to‑blade tools
• Build and run high‑fidelity 3D CFD simulations to evaluate turbine performance
• Optimise blade geometry to satisfy aerodynamic and structural targets
• Interpret hot‑section effects of combustor exit conditions, pattern factor and temperature non‑uniformity on turbine life and stresses
• Support testing activities and validate analytical predictions

Good Fit If You Have

• Strong analytical mindset for complex flow physics
• Experience thriving in a high‑ownership, fast‑paced startup environment
• Passion for next‑generation hybrid‑electric aircraft and gas‑turbine technology