Senior Aerodynamics Research Manager
About us
At Dyson we are encouraged to think differently, challenge convention and be unafraid to make mistakes. We are proud to be authentic, different and pioneers. We are driven by a desire to solve real problems and improve everyday lives with intuitive solutions that do more but use less. Family owned, we are not restricted by conventional thinking; we explore,discoverand learn for ourselves. Never satisfied, we believe everything can always be made better.
About the role
Dyson offers a unique opportunity for a talented and experienced expert to become the Senior Aerodynamics Research Manager in the Technical Research Team. The role is part of the wider Dyson Research Department based in Malmesbury, Wiltshire.
We are looking for a senior technical leader who wish to invent,designand develop industry leadinghigh-performancemotors for high volume production. This is an opportunity to work alongside other technical senior leaders and significantly contribute to the creation of enabling technologies for a variety of next generation Dyson products and fulfil our ambition of being truly authentic, different,betterand faster than the competition.
The successful candidate will report to Motors and Power Systems Research Director and directly lead a multi-disciplinary, highly motivated and diverse team of engineers.
Core responsibilities include:
Stretch the boundaries of speed, power density,efficiencyand low noise in electric motor turbomachinery systems
Continuously seek opportunities to improve aero performance, etc
Bringnew technologiesthat improves DDM performance
Significant experiencein DFM and DFA which allows the design of aero components while meeting all manufacturing criteriaegGen2 PC aero design
Significant experiencein designing DDM for multidisciplinaryfunctions.
Meet target specifications such as cost, size,weightand efficiency within the planned timeline of each research project
Lead,planand manage resources across multiplehighly ambitiousand complex projects that run simultaneously
Have the ability tounderstand the overall product concept and contribute significantly to the design of the product with expert knowledge of the latest technologies / methods in the industry
Have the ability toassess and handle supplier relationships with technical and commercial negotiations,maintainingconfidence in BOM and assembly costs throughout a project
Lead the team to generate innovative novel solutions with strong & high value IP for Dyson products
Identifyskills or knowledge gaps within the team and lead the recruitment activities asrequired
Coach and mentor team members
Manage associated technology roadmaps and support the creation and maintenance of master Motors Roadmap
Engage with and drive external research activities
About you
Absolute dedication to delivering complex projects on time,specificationand cost
Drive for engineering excellence alongside strong commercial & IP awareness
Uphold the core expectations of our company; Transparency, Loyalty,Fairnessand Independence, to the highest standard
Excellent analytical ability and thorough approach to reasoning and problem solving
Ability to learn quickly and influence others; direct team members,peersand senior management
Challenge convention in technical and non-technical matters and havestrong desireto be a pioneer
Ability to communicate clearly and effectively the results and project status using a variety of platforms to a broad spectrum of individuals
BEng/MEng degree from a relevant engineering degree programme with a demonstrable level of industrial experience
Has a proven record of accomplishments in deliveringhigh performanceengineering solutions
Demonstrable technicalexpertisewith breadth and depth in Aero-Acoustic/ Turbomachinery
Turbomachinery design and analysis - aero/ acoustics
Expertisein aerodynamics with a good awareness of acoustics or vice versa
Testing and validation of high-speed turbomachinery
Strong working knowledge of Design for Manufacturing to deliver low cost, high volume, highperformanceand reliable engineering solutions
Experience in a wide range of multi-disciplinary 1D to 3D simulation techniques, platforms, and ability to use these to drive designs. Be able to correctly judge the need and place for quick hand calculations vs. complex 3D simulation.
Robust understanding of the role of concept specifications, requirements capture, DFMEAs and DVP&R’sin a multi-disciplinary engineering environment
Demonstrable systems engineering skills with concurrent cost, mass,sizeand performance optimisation
A strong understanding Mechanical design and material science
Air-borne and structural acoustics
GD&T and dimensional engineering
Manufacturing technologies for electric motors and compressors
Benefits
At Dyson, Reward goes beyond just salary and bonuses. Through a comprehensive package of Financial, Lifestyle, and Health Benefits, we provide support tailored to every stage of life and the moments that matter most.
Working policy
At Dyson, our vibrant campus culture is built on in-person collaboration, creativity, and shared learning. Working side by side not only fuels our innovation, but also creates a strong sense of belonging. To nurture this dynamic and inclusive environment, we do not offer a regular hybrid working arrangement.
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Dyson is an equal opportunity employer. We know that great minds don’t think alike, and it takes all kinds of minds to make our technology so unique. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and employment decisions are made without regard to race, colour, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other any other dimension of diversity.