The Brandenburg University of Technology (BTU) invites applications for a Research Associate/PhD Student position in the field of
“Energy management of highly integrated electro-thermal systems of future electrified flight propulsion systems”.
Hybrid-electric as well as battery-electric propulsion technologies offer the possibility to partially or completely displace fossil fuels from regional aviation. To achieve the economic goals of environmentally friendly, safe, and competitive aviation, a holistic systematic approach to the design of electrified flight propulsion systems is necessary. Due to the significantly higher system complexity, this results in substantial new requirements for the control systems used for energy and power management. To accomplish this, we need your creative ideas and support!
The research will be carried out as part of the LuFo joint project "Safe and reliable electrical and thermal networks for hybrid-electric drive systems (ETHAN)", which is led by Rolls Royce Germany and entails several partners at the BTU as well as at five other universities. The project is integrated into the "Center for Hybrid Electric Systems Cottbus (CHESCO)".
Starting date: As soon as possible
Duration: 36 months, fully funded, remuneration according to E13 TV-L (min. 52.000€/year)
Closing date for applications: 14.03.2022
Please send your application files (incl. a detailed CV, copies of degree and diploma certificates, a full list of courses taken including grades, a list of publications (if applicable) and a cover letter) in a single pdf to schiffer@b-tu.de
What you bring with you:
• A completed scientific university degree (accredited master's degree/university diploma/equivalent) in a field relevant to the job (electrical engineering, power engineering, physical engineering, aerospace engineering, or similar)
• Profound knowledge of control engineering and/or in optimization methods and/or energy systems engineering
• Desire for professional and personal development, especially for doctoral studies
• Experience in Matlab/Simulink and/or at least one higher programming language (preferably C++, Python or Julia)
• Ability to work scientifically, independently and flexibly
• Good communication skills and enthusiasm for teamwork
• Interest in applied research in the areas of control and analysis of complex systems as well as intelligent operation of future energy systems - in the air and also on the ground
• Very good English and German language skills
We offer you:
• Exciting and varied tasks in a highly innovative research project led by Rolls Royce Germany and several partners at the BTU as well as at five other universities
• Modern infrastructure with high development and design potential as well as an international team
• Participation in international conferences with corresponding publications
• Extensive opportunities for flexible working hours, such as home office, to enable a better work-life balance and to achieve higher work and result satisfaction through more self-responsibility in the design and execution of your work
• Participation in the design of follow-up projects
For further information please contact Johannes Schiffer; e-mail: .schiffer@b-tu.de
