Advanced Fluid Systems Engineer (On-site UAE) Team: Advanced Fluid Systems Location: Abu Dhabi, UAEWe are seeking a highly skilled Advanced Aero Engine Fuel Systems Engineer to lead the design, development, and integration of next‑generation fuel and hybrid propulsion systems for turbojet, microjet, and turbofan engines. This role spans early‑stage research (low‑TRL) through TRL 7 demonstrators, offering the opportunity to work on advanced fuel architectures, engine integration, and digital control systems for current and future high‑speed and adaptive‑cycle engine concepts. The successful candidate will combine hands‑on engineering expertise, system‑level thinking, and digital fuel control knowledge to deliver innovative fuel solutions that enhance engine performance, efficiency, reliability, and multi‑fuel operability across today’s platforms and the propulsion technologies of tomorrow.
Key Responsibilities Lead architecture, design, and integration of advanced aero‑engine fuel systems across turbojet, microjet, and turbofan engines, including pumps, valves, metering units, injectors, and manifolds. Develop 1D fuel system network models and perform transient analysis using Siemens AMESim and Flomaster, ensuring robust fuel delivery across all operating conditions. Conduct CFD analysis of internal flows, pressure losses, cavitation, thermal management, and component‑level optimization. Collaborate with FADEC / Engine ECU teams to define fuel scheduling, start/relight logic, transient response, and fault‑management strategies. Support adaptive, predictive, and learning‑based fuel‑control algorithms to enhance efficiency, combustion stability, and emissions performance. Enable multi‑fuel and alternative‑fuel capabilities, including SAF, synthetic fuels, and hydrogen blends. Support gas turbine, hybrid‑electric, and advanced high‑speed propulsion system integration, evaluating fuel–energy interactions, thermal management, and control coordination. Collaborate closely with combustion, controls, mechanical, thermal, and test teams to ensure integrated engine performance and operability. Lead component‑ and engine‑level testing, model correlation, and digital‑twin development to validate design and predictive capability. Contribute to future‑focused fuel‑system technologies for high‑speed, adaptive‑cycle, and advanced military‑engine concepts.
Education Master’s or PhD in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, or a related discipline.
Experience & Requirements8+ years in aero‑engine fuel‑system or propulsion‑system development, ideally including turbojet, microjet, or turbofan programs. Proven experience in low‑TRL R&D, system integration, and demonstrator engine programs up to TRL 7. Hands‑on expertise in 1D fuel‑system modeling, transient analysis, and CFD. Familiarity with FADEC / Engine ECU development, fuel scheduling, start/relight logic, and fault‑management. Experience with multi‑fuel operation, alternative fuels, and hybrid‑propulsion concepts. Proficiency in Siemens AMESim, Siemens Flomaster, MATLAB/Simulink, CFD tools, and Python. Strong understanding of aerospace standards, certification, and safety practices. Demonstrated ability to collaborate across multidisciplinary engineering teams and global suppliers.
This role is fully on-site and will require relocation to the UAE.