Description
Job ID: 109946
The Leonardo DRS Naval Power Systems business is a trusted provider of innovative naval gas and hybrid power systems, control technology and support solutions for the U.S. Navy and navies around the world.
Job SummaryDRS NPS has an immediate need for an Aero-Thermo Turbine Design Engineer with a well-rounded skill set, including design, analysis, assembly support, inspection, and qualification/validation experience.
The ideal candidate is an individual possessing strong engineering technical skills with an experienced-based ability to act as the subject matter expert for the aero-thermo design of the flow paths for steam turbines.
The candidate is expected to work independently or as part of a multidisciplinary team using judgment and discretion in making complex decisions. The technical nature of this position requires a collaborative and consultative role in program development and problem solving with other technical resources.
Critical to success in the role are the abilities to break down and organize complicated technical challenges, clearly document and present project status, and cross-functional project leadership. Travel to US-based customer or other DRS locations as needed (<10%).
Job Responsibilities
Act as the subject matter expert for aero-thermo design; provide concepts, design solutions, analysis, and calculations for aerodynamic, fluid dynamic, and thermodynamic properties of the flow paths for steam turbines
Provide direct contributor work for the aerodynamic design considerations of steam turbines including:
Nozzles and bucket cascades;
• 3D optimized latter stages buckets with high degrees of reaction;
• Exhaust plenums;
• Inlet flow passages/valves;
Act as touch point or direct assist to the thermodynamic design considerations given the highly coupled relation between available energy distribution and aero design.
Coordinate with other SMEs on the team to find the optimum balance between aerodynamic design and interrelated working disciplines:
• Compromise between aero performance and mechanical engineering's requirements informed by stress analysis
• Compromise between aero performance and thermo engineering's available energy
• Compromise between aero performance and acoustic engineer's performance constraints
Develop project plans and pre-contract proposals and estimates based on project scope, technical requirements, risks, and customer needs.
Plan and drive execution of the detailed technical work scope to the required quality, schedule, and budget.
Confidently and competently represent DRS in front of customers, including the US Navy.
Clearly communicate, orally and in writing, technical and programmatic information to technical and non-technical individuals.
Bachelor of Science degree from a 4-year accredited college or university in aerodynamics, aeronautics, aeroacoustics, heat transfer, mechanical engineering, or related discipline with a minimum of 5 years of experience as an individual contributor.
At least 5 years experience in the design of flow paths of turbines / turbo machinery for compressible fluid flow.
• Steam or gas turbine experience (turbines preferred over compressors)
• Experience in compressible fluid flow analysis
Experience in lumped parameter / bulk flow models (potential flow solutions) and in the nuances of turbine flow to ID and solve persistent problematic flow issues.
Well versed in commercial RANS CFD software
• Star CCM
• Ansys: Blade Modeler, Turbo Grid, CFX
Proven experience individually working the product development cycle from concept to qualified / fielded systems.
US citizenship required. Applicant must have or be able to acquire a DoD security clearance.
U.S. Citizenship required.
Taking care of our people is a top priority at Leonardo DRS. We are proud to offer competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, a company contribution to a health savings account, telemedicine, life and disability insurance, legal insurance, and a 401(k) savings plan. We champion wellness programs that focus on physical, emotional, and financial well-being. We develop our talent by offering programs and activities to support career-growth, professional development, and skill enhancement. And we understand there is more to life than work, and the importance of offering flexible work schedules with our 9/80 program, competitive vacation, health/emergency leave, paid parental leave, and community service hours.
*Some employees are eligible for limited benefits only
Leonardo DRS, Inc. and its subsidiaries and affiliates are equal opportunity employers and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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