15 Oct
University of Bristol
London
Job description
The role
We are seeking a motivated interdisciplinary researcher to join the University of Bristol, as part of the Airbus led Aerospace Technology Institute / IUK funded DAWS2 project.
The work involves the development of mechanical designs to enable / facilitate conformal implementation of a Semi Aeroelastic Wing (SAH) fairing to be developed for future wing designs.
Compliant fairings will be designed to accommodate all ranges of SAH deflections.
As part of the role, it would be expected that the candidate works closely with Airbus and other partners in the DAWS2 project, making regular presentations, writing progress reports and completing project deliverables.
The successful candidate will be part of a team of researchers working on different aspects of the DAWS2 project.
DAWS2 (Development of Advanced Wing Solutions) will focus on the development of Ultra Efficient technologies to cut fuel burn and weight, independent of the fuel choice, for a new high build rate product using wing span as a key enabler.
What will you be doing?
- Develop mechanical designs to enable / facilitate conformal implementation of a SAH fairing.
- Assessment of the designs on a number of different aircraft configurations.
- Design, build and test prototype demonstrators to evaluate the mechanical designs.
- Undertake technical discussions with other partners in DAWS2 and researchers across the University of Bristol.
- Present results from this work at regular progress meetings.
- Produce written technical reports to meet the required deliverables of DAWS2 and also publish conference and journal papers arising from this work as appropriate.
You should apply if
- A 1st class degree in Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering (or related subject).
- Experience of CAD / FE modelling and mechanical design.
- Experience in design / manufacture / test of prototype mechanical structures.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Proactive self-starter able to define & produce new processes & procedures.
- Inquisitive nature with an interest & skills in problem-solving.
▶️ Research Associate / Senior Research Associate - Development of SAH Fairings Technology
🖊️ University of Bristol
📍 London