Senior Engineer, Oil & Air Systems
- أبو ظبي
- دائم
- دوام كامل
- Lead mechanical design of bearing compartments, sump housings, oil nozzles, scavenge features, and support structures for rotating shafts and modules.
- Develop and manage 3D CAD models and 2D detailed drawings of:
- Oil feed and scavenge systems (tubes, fittings, manifolds)
- Bearing supports and retention systems
- Sump pressurization and ventilation elements
- Dynamic seals, flinger rings, and deflectors
- Ensure designs meet functional, structural, and thermal requirements across engine duty cycles.
- Collaborate with stress and thermal analysts to evaluate:
- Fatigue and static strength of sump and bearing support structures
- Oil coking, sludge, and heat rejection risks in bearing cavities
- Vibration-induced wear, oil leakage risks, and system dynamics
- Ensure mechanical integrity under high-temperature, oil-laden, and rotating conditions.
- Design and integrate dynamic sealing systems (labyrinth, brush, carbon face seals) between sump chambers and core flow paths.
- Support oil system routing strategies that account for pressure drops, thermal gradients, and ease of maintenance.
- Ensure component accessibility and maintainability while meeting certification and durability goals.
- Implement Design for Manufacturability (DFM) across forged, cast, and machined housings and plumbing assemblies.
- Define tolerances, interfaces, and joining techniques for complex assemblies.
- Support supplier qualification, tooling reviews, and producibility assessments.
- Participate in engine build, test preparation, and integration reviews.
- Prepare and release comprehensive technical documentation:
- Design reports, stack-ups, and detailed drawings
- Failure mode assessments, risk mitigation plans, and material justifications
- FAA/EASA certification support documentation and internal/external technical reviews
- Support PDR, CDR, and hardware readiness reviews with technical data packages.
- Work closely with:
- Lubrication systems and thermal management engineers for flow analysis and oil condition management
- Engine systems and module integration teams for bearing loading, alignment, and interface design
- Test engineers for sensor placement, rig setup, and oil system validation
- Maintenance and supportability teams for MRO readiness and in-service performance insights
- Explore new technologies such as:
- Additively manufactured oil channels and heat exchangers
- Self-pressurizing sump designs or active oil routing mechanisms
- Sealing systems that reduce oil leakage and environmental impact
- Apply lessons learned to reduce oil system complexity, improve bearing life, and enhance maintainability.
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering required
- Master's degree preferred, particularly with a focus in rotating machinery, thermal systems, or tribology
- 7-10 years of experience in the design and development of bearing, sump, or oil system components in aerospace or turbomachinery environments
- Full lifecycle experience from concept through test, certification, and field support
- Proficiency in 3D CAD systems (CATIA, NX, or equivalent)
- Familiarity with FEA tools for structural and thermal evaluation
- Understanding of tribology, oil flow dynamics, and sealing technology
- Knowledge of FAA/EASA regulatory standards and aerospace quality requirements
- Strong GD&T knowledge and technical drawing preparation
- Experience with oil system test rigs and instrumentation (e.g. oil flow, pressure, temperature, debris monitoring)
- Familiarity with bearing degradation modes, vibration analysis, and rotor dynamics
- Knowledge of oil system certification standards and environmental compliance (e.g. oil leakage control, venting regulations)
- Exposure to digital twin and health monitoring tools for lubrication systems