Work on the simulations behind Team Bath Rocket’s rocket engine, modelling complex propulsion systems and helping inform design decisions. 

The role will involve: 

• Thermodynamic and engine simulation; 

• Modelling real and supercritical gases; 

• Reaction and combustion modelling; 

• Validating simulations against test data and component CFD; 

• Modelling rocket injection characteristics; 

• Working alongside the Propulsion Team on testing and engine development; 

• Validating simulation through real-life testing.  

Work will generally be completed on MATLAB and Simulink, with some potential for applying Python.  

Relevant Skills 

Required: 

• Understanding of basic simulation techniques; 

• Basic MATLAB and Simulink understanding. 

Beneficial 

• Knowledge of Python 

• Experience with thermodynamic simulation  

• Understanding of real-gas and supercritical-fluid behaviour 

• CFD knowledge 

This year, we’ll be building on an existing model, with a focus on improving accuracy, validating against experimental data, and adapting the model for new engine designs.