Engineer - Performance & Operability

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Rivalta di Torino, Torino
In-Office
Mid level
Aerospace • Energy
The Role
The Performance & Operability Engineer will analyze and validate engine performance, contribute to model development, and support certification efforts through collaboration and effective communication.
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Job Description SummaryAt Avio Aero, a GE Aerospace company, we invent the future of flight, lift people up, and bring them home safely. We are a world-leading provider specializing in the design, production, and maintenance of components and propulsion systems for both civil and military aviation. Respect for people is core to our culture and part of our commitment to FLIGHT DECK, GE Aerospace’s proprietary lean operating model. We attract, develop, and retain industry-leading talent and cultivate communities where people are respected and empowered to reach their fullest potential. For the people of Avio Aero, their work isn't just a job, it's their passion and purpose. We were meant to fly.
The Engine Performance & Operability section is responsible for the definition of the engine performance, notably steady state, transient & operability, from the initial phase of the New Product Introduction development, post preliminary design, until the engine certification, including ground and flight testing validation. The Performance & Operability Engineer will report to the Avio Aero Performance & Operability Manager and contribute to engine performance analysis, steady state and transient model development, engine operability assessment, model validation by engine ground and flight testing, certification reports.Job Description

Essential Responsibilities

  • Work cross functionally with Controls, Operability, Systems, Aero, Heat Transfer, and hardware design engineers to accurately model and validate engine performance

  • Contribute to the validation and update of the engine cycle and integrated transient model according to internal practice/standard and test evidence

  • Contribute to the preparation of performance audits and program design/technical reviews

  • Effectively communicate, present technical data and provide recommendations to internal and external GE customers

  • Utilize the latest thermodynamic modeling tools to analyze engine performance & operability data and provide technical direction to make program decisions

  • Liaise with the Controls organization to define the power management and performance control/limiting schedules

  • Contribute to definition of engine operability requirements (e.g. compressor stability, inclement weather, transient scheduling)

  • Support operability tasks during test validation and engine certification phase.

  • Support engine test planning, coverage and data analysis for engine tests

  • Share engineering information and promote open dialogue

  • Ensure proper documentation of all work

Qualifications/Requirements

  • Master's Degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering from an accredited university or college

  • Understanding of engine thermodynamic modeling and/or test data support and analysis

  • Strong analytical skills and knowledge of thermodynamics and aerodynamics

  • Fluency in English and Italian

  • Work Visa, in accordance with local regulation, is required

Desired Characteristics

  • Previous experience in a performance related position

  • Prior Turboprop/Turbofan/Turbojet engine experience

  • Prior engine qualification and/or certification experience

  • Previous experience with industry or GE thermodynamic modeling tools, especially NPSS

  • Familiarity with simulation tools and high level program languages (C++, MATLAB, FORTRAN etc.)

  • Effective in contributing in a cross-functional teamwork environment

  • In-depth understanding of engineering technology and tools

  • Strong interpersonal and leadership skills

  • Passionate, curious and enthusiastic for engineering challenges

  • Team worker and problem solver

  • Solid oral and written communication skills

What we offer

Smart working and work life-balance

Avio Aero, when possible, promotes smart work in hybrid mode, and encourages a good, healthy and satisfying work-life balance. We value our employees’ wellbeing; hence we offer a variety of improvement programs aimed to preserve anyone’s psychological safety and daily needs.

Total Rewards

At Avio Aero, we understand the importance of Total Rewards. As a new joiner to Avio Aero we are pleased to offer the following welcome benefit plan: 

  • Performance related bonuses and local bonus scheme
  • Flexible benefits platform
  • Life and injury insurance
  • Private medical cover
  • Employee assistant program
  • Employee special awards (service and recognition)    
  • Local special agreements and discounts
  • English and languages training for you and one member of your family
  • Technical, Leadership and development trainings

Inclusion & Diversity

Avio Aero is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and we are strongly committed to maintain an inclusive and diverse environment. Every employment decision is taken regardless to national or ethnic origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, etc. 

We are not all the same. Just be Yourself @AvioAero!

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Additional Information

Relocation Assistance Provided: No

Top Skills

C++
Fortran
Matlab
Npss
Thermodynamic Modeling Tools
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