Performance studies and concept trade-offs of hypersonic vehicle technologies related to propulsion and aerodynamic configurations.
Basic modelling, sizing, and detailed analysis of propulsion systems (turbojet, ramjet, TBCC, high-speed air intakes, exhaust nozzles, etc.)
Modeling and sizing of heat exchangers using correlations and low-order models.
Conceptual analysis of propulsion integration and vehicle aeroshape.
Quick sizing of cryogenic vessels for fuel storage and fuel distribution systems, e.g. pumps.
Quick sizing of thermal protection systems and hot aircraft structures.
Programming and running modelling and analysis and optimization tools in Python, MATLAB, Rust, and other languages (see programming requirements below).
Basic CFD simulations of external and internal aerodynamics (CFD is optional, see below)
Supporting the writing of reports for ongoing research projects.
Supporting the writing of proposals for more funding opportunities.
Following the literature on hypersonic vehicle and propulsion research.
Participating in conferences and internal discussions on hypersonic technology.
