AI/ML Specialist – Surrogate Model Creation (Jet & Cryogenic Engines)
Location: Pune, India (Hybrid Available)
Scope of Work
We are seeking a highly motivated AI/ML Specialist to develop fast, accurate surrogate models for multidisciplinary simulation and optimization workflows in high-performance turbomachinery. This includes modeling complex physics of jet and cryogenic engines using reduced-order modeling, Gaussian processes, neural networks, and symbolic regression techniques. You will work closely with CFD, thermal, structural, and control teams to accelerate design iterations and enable real-time digital twin deployment.
Nature of Work
- Build physics-informed machine learning models based on CFD/FEM datasets
- Create surrogate models for turbomachinery components: blades, nozzles, combustors, and turbopumps
- Deploy model training pipelines using TensorFlow, PyTorch, and Scikit-learn
- Perform data fusion and feature engineering for sparse, multi-fidelity datasets
- Integrate AI models into digital twin platforms and design optimization loops
- Collaborate with aerospace domain experts to ensure physical validity
- Support explainable AI development and verification for mission-critical applications
Job Requirements
- B.Tech/M.Tech/M.S./PhD in Aerospace, Mechanical, Computer Science, Data Science, or Applied Mathematics
- Strong programming background in Python, with experience in ML libraries (PyTorch, TensorFlow, Scikit-learn)
- Hands-on experience in developing surrogate models for engineering simulation or design optimization
- Understanding of CFD, FEM, or multiphysics simulation data structure
- Experience with symbolic regression, Bayesian optimization, or meta-modeling techniques
- Working knowledge of HPC environments and GPU acceleration (preferred)
- Clear documentation skills and ability to present AI models to non-ML stakeholders
Eligibility
- Indian nationals or OCI cardholders eligible to work in India
- Passion for building AI tools for aerospace and defense applications
- Research scholars and early-career professionals with publications or open-source contributions in relevant areas are encouraged to apply