Thermal Design Engineer (Aerospace)

Location: Derby, United Kingdom; hybrid onsite work. The role may require security clearance and completion of Baseline Personnel Security Standard checks.

Company

hirify.global is a global engineering and technology consultancy delivering engineering solutions across aerospace, automotive, defence, energy, rail, IT, and other industries.

What you will do

• Lead heat transfer, thermal analysis, and secondary flow design activities for gas turbine components.
• Develop and improve thermal analysis methodologies and models across conceptual, preliminary, and detailed design phases.
• Perform thermal and thermo-mechanical assessments of rotating and stationary turbomachinery components and subsystems.
• Interpret thermal performance data, lead root cause investigations, and recommend design improvements for component durability.
• Collaborate with mechanical, aerodynamic, performance, and design engineering teams on integrated engineering solutions.
• Provide technical leadership, mentor engineers, support customer engagement, and contribute to project delivery, recruitment, and business development.

Requirements

• 2–6 years of experience in thermal analysis and design for gas turbine engines or turbomachinery.
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering, or equivalent military experience.
• Strong knowledge of thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, thermal management systems, and secondary flow systems.
• Experience with thermo-mechanical analysis using Finite Element Analysis (FEA).
• Experience supporting products through development, validation, and in-service support.
• Ability to lead complex technical investigations, communicate with stakeholders, and provide technical guidance within multidisciplinary teams.

Nice to have

• Experience with SC03, SK22, SPAN, or equivalent thermal analysis tools.
• Knowledge of aero engines, turbine cooling systems, secondary air systems, and thermal protection methodologies.
• Experience with non-conformance assessments, technical variations, concessions, customer-facing activities, and technical reviews.
• Background in engineering consultancy, an OEM, or aerospace propulsion programmes.

Culture & Benefits

• Personalised career development, ongoing learning, mentoring, and a tailored career path.
• Exposure to diverse engineering projects and industries.
• Private medical insurance, life insurance, and a pension scheme.
• Cycle and Tech Scheme and an employee assistance programme.
• Social events, regular gatherings, team-building activities, and flexible working where the role permits.