Research Associate (m/f/d) in the field of Development of a hybrid-electric drive system for sustainable aviation

With more than 16,000 students and 3,800 employees, the Technische Universität Braunschweig is one of Germany´s leading institutes of technology. It stands for strategic and performance-oriented thinking and acting, relevant research, committed teaching, and the successful transfer of knowledge and technologies to the economy and society. We consistently advocate for family friendliness and equal opportunities.

Our research focuses are mobility, engineering for health, metrology, and city of the future. Strong engineering and natural sciences are our core disciplines. These are closely interconnected with economics, social and educational sciences and humanities.

Our campus is located in the midst of one of the most research-intensive regions in Europe. We work successfully together with over 20 research institutions in our neighborhood as we do with our international partner universities.

Starting from the earliest possible date, the Institute for Jet Propulsion and Turbomachinery is looking for a

Research Associate (m/f/d) in the field of

Development of a hybrid-electric drive system for sustainable aviation

(EG 13 TV-L, full-time)

The position is to be filled on a fixed-term basis for 3 years. The successful applicant will be given the opportunity to pursue a doctorate.

With the major goal of climate-neutral flying, we at IFAS are developing a hybrid-electric propulsion system for experimental research. The project aims to make a significant contribution to the medium- and long-term emission reduction targets in aviation. This is to be achieved through highly integrated and disruptive propulsion concepts that combine high performance with low weight, high efficiency and low emissions. Electrically or hybrid-electrically powered propulsion in particular, which enables synergy effects such as boundary-layer-ingestion, is a promising concept. The main objective of EPIFAN is therefore the detailed investigation and quantification of the interactions within these propulsion concepts, especially in near-ground operation and along different aircraft missions. Within the project timeframe, experiments are to be conducted that provide data for the verification of numerical simulations. The identification of new evaluation parameters and limiting parameters for safe operation are therefore part of the research.

Your tasks

• You will carry out research in the field of design and experimental investigation of (hybrid) electric drive systems for sustainable aviation
• You will publish research findings and participate in national and international conferences
• You will be involved in teaching at the University by supervision of students’ work

Your Qualifications

• Master’s degree or equivalent in Aerospace engineering or similar
• Strong oral and written communication skills and good knowledge of the English language.
• You have sound knowledge in the application of CAD-tools as well as a fundamental knowledge of turbomachinery flows.
• You are enthusiastic about actively working on the challenge of climate-neutral flying and are open to work in an interdisciplinary, cross-location team.
• You are aiming for a doctorate.

We offer

• Work on exciting future-oriented research topics in an inspiring work environment as part of the university community
• A vibrant campus life in an international atmosphere with lots of intercultural offers and international cooperations
• Pay in accordance with the collective agreement TV-L (a special payment at the end of the year as well as a supplementary benefit in the form of a company pension, comparable to a company pension in the private sector) including 30 days' vacation per year
• Flexible working and part-time options and a family-friendly university culture, awarded the "Family-friendly university" audit since 2007
• Special continuing education programs for young scientists, a postdoc program, as well as other offerings from the Central Personnel Development Department and sports activities.

Further notes

We welcome applicants of all nationalities. At the same time, we encourage people with severe disabilities to apply. Applications from severely disabled persons will be given preference if they are equally qualified. Please attach a proof of disability to your application. We are also working on the fulfilment of the Central Equality Plan based on the Lower Saxony Equal Rights Act (Niedersächsisches Gleichberechtigungsgesetz—NGG) and strive to reduce under-representation in all areas and positions as defined by the NGG. Therefore, applications from women are particularly welcome in this case.

The personal data will be stored for the purpose of processing the application. By submitting your application, you agree that your data may be stored and processed electronically for application purposes in compliance with the provisions of data protection law. Further information on data protection can be found in our data protection regulations at https://www.tu-braunschweig.de/datenschutzerklaerung-bewerbungen . Application costs cannot be reimbursed.

Questions and Answers

For more information, please call Dr. Christoph Bode on +49 (0) 531 391-94232.

Deadline for applications is 28.08.2024

Are you interested? Please send your application preferably via email to chr.bode(at)tu-braunschweig.de

or via mail to

Technische Universität Braunschweig

Institut für flugantriebe und Strömungsmaschinen

Hermann-Blenk-Str. 37

38108 Braunschweig

The application should include:

• A motivation letter (max 1 page)
• Detailed curriculum vitae, including work experience, educational background, language and computer skills.
• Copies of bachelor and master diploma and the transcript of grades in English or German.

from: 09.08.2024
valid until: 28.08.2024