Lead Researcher – Performance Simulation of Aero Engines

The Technology Innovation Institute in Abu Dhabi seeks a Lead Researcher for Performance Simulation of Aero Engines. Responsibilities include research leadership, project management, and collaboration with students and industry partners. The role requires proven expertise in propulsion systems and performance simulation. Candidates should hold a doctorate or equivalent experience in relevant fields. This position is based in Abu Dhabi and is not remote.
About the job

Technology Innovation Institute (TII) is a publicly funded research institute based in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. It is home to a diverse community of leading scientists, engineers, mathematicians, and researchers from across the globe, transforming problems and roadblocks into pioneering research and technology prototypes that help move society ahead.





Propulsion and Space Research Center


The Propulsion and Space Research Center (PSRC) is taking an academic and discipline-based approach to advancing the nation’s capabilities in the field. Developed in-house and in partnership with leading global institutions, our research focuses on aerodynamics, aircraft propulsion, turbomachinery, space exploration, and hypersonic propulsion, with a transversal focus on artificial intelligence, disruptive propulsion designs, and sustainability.





PSRC is part of the Technology Innovation Institute (TII). This UAE-based research center aims to lead global advances in artificial intelligence, autonomous robotics, quantum computing, cryptography, quantum communications, directed energy, secure communication, smart devices, advanced materials, and propulsion and space technologies.





We belong to the Abu Dhabi Government’s Advanced Technology Research Council (ATRC), which oversees technology research in the emirate.











Responsibilities:





The successful candidate will be responsible for research, technical leadership, and project management of Propulsion Systems Performance, including simulation of steady-state and transient performance and mission analysis.

The candidate will work closely with the Executive Director of the Propulsion and Space Research Center in supervising Ph.D. and Master students, identifying opportunities for future research projects, specifying resources, advancing the research capabilities of TII, and developing partnerships with academia and industry.

Liaise with the superiors to make decisions for priorities and strategic goals

Develop knowledge and skills within TII related to the latest techniques and applications related to an engine performance simulation

Planned, monitored, and support the team’s daily activities to ensure progress.

Manage relationships with internal and external research partners

Approve, review, and write technical reports

Prepare and write papers for submission to peer-reviewed journals and conference proceedings.

Ensure that the research activities run with legality and conformity to established regulations (health, safety, ethics)

Develop positive working relationships with internal and external contacts





Requirements:





Proven expertise and track record of technical leadership in the field of propulsion, with an updated understanding of the latest developments

Proven experience with performance decks of gas turbine engines (NPSS/AMESIM/PROOSIS /GasTurb etc.)

Fluency in English

Being an active member of a professional engineering association and an international network of contacts in academia and industry will be considered a plus.





Qualifications & Experience:





Doctorate (Ph.D., DSc) with 7+ years of experience, or bachelor’s degree with 10+ years of experience in Aeronautical, Aerospace, Mechanical, or related engineering field.








At TII, we help society to overcome its biggest hurdles through a rigorous approach to scientific discovery and inquiry, using state-of-the-art facilities and collaboration with leading international institutions. Our thorough discovery and inquiry-based approach help to forge new and disruptive breakthroughs in advanced materials, autonomous robotics, cryptography, digital security, directed energy, quantum computing, and secure systems.