Thermofluids Engineer - Rocket or Aerospace System
Executive Placements · Bo+Kaap
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Start free — we apply for you →This is a challenging yet exciting opportunity for a skilled engineer to gain broad technical exposure in a highly stimulating environment. It''''s an ideal role for someone who is passionate about personal and technical growth within the aerospace and thermofluids engineering domains.
Key Responsibilities
Aerodynamic design and analysis of guided and unguided rocket systems and other high-speed vehicles.
Maintain and improve in-house numerical solvers (e.g., 6-DOF flight simulation, internal ballistics)
Collaborate across departments on multi-disciplinary projects
Write detailed technical and project design reports
Provide system-level testing support in South Africa and abroad
Assist with systems engineering, project management, manufacturing, and QA
Engage with clients and suppliers
Mentor and guide client engineers
Requirements
BSc in Engineering; M.Eng in Mechanical Engineering preferred
At least 3 years'''' relevant experience in rocket systems or high-speed aircraft design and analysis
CFD modelling experience (preferably ANSYS)
Programming experience in Python and C
Experience handling large datasets and/or batch CFD processing
Familiarity with interdependent systems in aerospace projects
Strong design abilities and attention to detail
Fluent in English and Afrikaans
Excellent interpersonal and teamwork skills
Additional Advantageous Experience
Hands-on experience in rocket or aircraft design Creating aerodynamic models for flight simulation Wind tunnel test planning and CFD validation Instrumentation and testing knowledge CAD modelling experience
Candidate Profile
Team player with strong individual drive Quick learner with interest in mastering new tools and technologies Committed to delivering high-quality, elegant solutions Strong work ethic and detail-oriented Passionate about engineering excellence
Why join? Youll work on innovative aerospace technologies in a fast-paced, high-performance team where your ideas and engineering skills truly make a difference. This is an opportunity to grow alongside leaders in the field while contributing to world-class projects with global reach.
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