Aero Thermal Engineer

Quest Defense

. Use computational tools to perform thermal and/or CFD analysis for gas turbine components and turbomachinery .

Posted 10/30/2026full-timeRemote • Ohio • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $81,000 - $91,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in CFD Analysis, Aero-Thermal Systems, and Secondary Airflow Systems, with a strong foundation in fluid dynamics and heat transfer theory. Proficient in developing and presenting technical findings, while effectively collaborating with customer teams to provide solutions.

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CFD AnalysisAero-Thermal SystemsSecondary Airflow SystemsStar-CCM+ANSYS Fluent

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Hard Skills

CFD AnalysisAero-ThermalSecondary Airflow SystemsFluid DynamicsHeat Transfer TheoryRoot Cause AnalysisFMEAModel SetupPost-ProcessingGeometry and Mesh Development

Soft Skills

Interpersonal SkillsTeam CollaborationTime ManagementProblem-SolvingCommunication

Tools & Technologies

Star-CCM+ANSYS FluentCFXMS OfficeMS Excel

Industry Keywords

Gas TurbinesThermal AnalysisTurbomachineryVerification and ValidationCustomer Interaction

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Airflow

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Use computational tools to perform thermal and/or CFD analysis for gas turbine components and turbomachinery
Lead development of geometry and mesh for analysis models, including model setup and analysis
Post-process results and prepare high-quality presentations
Prepare and present findings in formal technical reviews
Create, support, and maintain secondary airflow system models and whole engine models
Develop and participate in root cause analysis and/or risk failure mode and error analysis (FMEA) for gas turbine engines
Support test and fielded hardware verification and validation efforts
Interact substantially with customer teams, understand customer issues, and offer proactive solutions
Perform other assigned tasks

Requirements

What you’ll need

4–8 years’ experience in CFD Analysis, Aero-Thermal, or Secondary Airflow Systems
BS or higher in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or equivalent
Familiarity with fluid dynamics and heat transfer theory
Exposure to gas turbines highly preferred
Experience with Star-CCM+, ANSYS Fluent, or CFX highly preferred
Proficiency with MS Office, particularly MS Excel
Ability to meet deadlines, work under time constraints, maintain composure, and handle multiple tasks simultaneously
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work in a team environment
US Citizenship required due to the nature of the work
Ability to use personal transportation to visit customer locations
Ability to work required core hours from 9 AM to 4 PM and typical 40-hour weeks

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive compensation/pay
Employer-matched 401(k)
Certification assistance
Clear opportunities for advancement
Flexible, collaborative, and people-first workplace
Comprehensive medical, dental, life, and disability coverage
Professional development support
Work on safety- and mission-critical projects with real-world impact