Fuel Research Engineer
Core
Investigate safety characteristics of drop-in Sustainable Aviation Fuels (SAFs), specifically the relationship between flammability limits (UEL/LEL) and flash point.
Role type
Research Engineer (Fuel Safety & Combustion)
Builds
Technical reports summarizing findings, trends, and predictive relationships on fuel safety
Domain
Aerospace & Sustainable Energy (Aviation Fuels)
Deliverable
dashboards & analysis
Required skills
Technical literature review, fuel chemistry, thermodynamics, combustion science, data analysis (Excel/Python), technical reporting
Preferred skills
Sustainable Aviation Fuels (SAFs) knowledge, flammability testing standards, prior research programme experience (CLEAN3, JetSCREEN)
Technologies
Excel, Python
Responsibilities
Conduct detailed literature reviews on hydrocarbon fuels and flammability characteristics, Analyse relationships between flash point, Upper Explosive Limit (UEL), and Lower Explosive Limit (LEL), Compare conventional kerosene with synthetic SAF compositions, Develop technical reports summarising findings, trends, and predictive relationships, Collaborate with internal stakeholders and subject matter experts in fuel safety and combustion
Seniority
Mid-level (2-6 years experience)
