Overview In this role you design and evaluate aerothermodynamics for space re-entry scenarios, developing CFD models and protecting vehicles with optimized TPS. You work within the Thermal & Environmental Control and Propulsion department to define requirements and support R&D.; You translate complex aerothermal data into reliable loads and design choices, while coordinating test campaigns.

Your work contributes to mission success and advances space vehicle performance. You join a multidisciplinary team driving innovative solutions for space exploration and defense.





Responsabilità Assess and define system and mission requirements Perform CFD modelling and flow-field simulations; quantify aerothermal loads Define thermal protection systems and preliminarily evaluate TPS performance Preliminary design optimization of thermal protection and related structures Oversee test campaigns and ensure data quality Create aerodynamics and aerothermodynamics databases for control Support and manage R&D; activities Requisiti fondamentali Master degree in Aerospace Engineering or Physics Experience in CFD; industrial or academic background Solid fundamentals in fluid dynamics and aerothermodynamics Proficiency in programming (Fortran, C++); Matlab Knowledge of CFD tools (Metacomp CFD++, Ansys Fluent or equivalent) is a plus Team orientation; curiosity, proactivity, autonomy Multidisciplinary engineering mindset (fluid-dynamics, thermal, mission analysis, flight dynamics) Good English (spoken and written) Willingness to travel for business teamwork curiosity proactivity CFD modelling aerothermodynamics Fortran

📌 Mechanical Engineer - Cfd Engineer (Torino)
🏢 Thales Group
📍 Torino