Working Student – Thermal Systems Design / CFD Analysis (m/f/d)

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Job Description SummaryAs a CFD Thermal Systems Design Working Student, you will support the development of advanced thermal systems through computational analysis and simulation. Your work will focus on predicting thermal and fluid flow behavior in heat exchangers and secondary air systems, validating experimental data, and supporting design optimization. You'll work with industry-standard CFD tools and collaborate with engineers to turn complex simulations into actionable design insights.

Job Description

Start: January 2027 or later | Duration: min. 6 months | Working hours: 20 h/week

Key Responsibilities

Support the Munich Thermal Systems Design team in CFD simulations and thermal system development
Set up, run, and analyze CFD simulations for test rigs and secondary air system features
Compare simulation and experimental results to improve model accuracy and support design decisions
Create and maintain 3D CAD models and computational meshes for thermal and flow analysis
Analyze simulation data, document findings, and share results with the team
Use AI and data analysis tools to accelerate insight generation and pattern recognition

Required Qualifications

Currently pursuing a BSc (3rd year or above) or MSc in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field
Strong interest in aerospace engineering, heat transfer, thermal systems, and CFD
Knowledge of CFD methods and experience through coursework or projects, ideally with ANSYS Fluent or CFX
Experience with 3D CAD tools, ideally Siemens NX
Understanding of mesh generation and its impact on simulation quality
Strong analytical, communication, and teamwork skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with ANSYS Fluent, CFX, or similar CFD tools
Knowledge of Python, Bash, MATLAB, or similar tools for automation and post-processing
Familiarity with turbulence models, HPC environments, or CFD validation with test data
Basic knowledge of AI/ML for simulation data analysis

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