Aircraft Engine Design Engineer
こうくうきえんじんせっけいぎじゅつしゃ
Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Research and Technical Occupations
- Middle : Development Engineers
- Minor : Mechanical Development Engineers
Summary
A technical role that performs design, analysis, and testing to ensure the performance, reliability, and safety of aircraft engines.
Description
Aircraft engine design engineers advance engine development through conceptual design, detailed design of complex mechanical components such as turbines and compressors, CAE-based fluid and structural analysis, prototyping and testing, performance evaluation, and improvements. To achieve both high safety and efficiency, they perform optimal design considering material properties and combustion characteristics, and collaboration with manufacturing, testing, and quality assurance departments is essential. They conduct ongoing research and development in anticipation of compliance with domestic and international regulations and environmental standards, as well as the introduction of new technologies.
Future Outlook
With the globalization of the aviation industry and strengthening of environmental regulations, demand for the development of high-efficiency, low-emission engines is increasing. Advancements in design processes utilizing CAE technology and digital twins are progressing.
Personality Traits
Cooperative / Curious or inquisitive / Good at logical thinking / Meticulous / Patient
Work Style
Aircraft Manufacturer / Business Trips Involved / Parts Manufacturer / Research Institution / Team Development
Career Path
Design Engineer → Senior Design Engineer → Project Leader／Manager → Technical Specialist (Chief Researcher・Professional Engineer) → Department Head・Technical Manager
Required Skills
CAD Operation / CFD Software / Knowledge of Thermodynamics and Fluid Dynamics / Programming / Strength Calculation
Recommended Skills
Data Analysis / English Technical Document Reading Ability / Optimization Design Techniques / Project Management
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Analytical & Logical Thinking | Because it is necessary to logically analyze complex thermal fluid behavior and structural design. |
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because minute dimensional errors or material properties have a significant impact on performance. |
| Learning Agility & Knowledge Acquisition | Continuous knowledge acquisition is necessary to respond to new technologies and regulatory revisions. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Because advanced numerical calculations are required in thermal fluid analysis and structural analysis. |
| Problem Solving | Because the ability to promptly resolve design issues or problems from test results is required. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Because it is mainly desk work with few long hours of heavy labor. |
Related Qualifications
- CAD Utilization Engineer Exam
- Professional Engineer (Mechanical Department)
Aliases
- Aero Engine Design Engineer
- Aircraft Engine Engineer
- Jet Engine Design Engineer
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