VEL - Acoustics Specialist

Job Description:

Leonardo is a global industrial group, among the main global players in Aerospace, Defence and Security that realises multi-domain technological capabilities in Helicopters, Aircraft, Aerostructures, Electronics, Cyber Security and Space. With over 60,000 employees worldwide, the company has a solid industrial presence in Italy, the UK, Poland and the US. It also operates in 150 countries through subsidiaries, joint ventures and investments. A key player in major international strategic programmes, it is a technological and industrial partner of governments, defence administrations, institutions and companies. In 2024, Leonardo recorded consolidated revenues of € 17.8 bn, new orders for € 20.9 bn and invested € 2.5 bn in R&D. Innovation, continuous research, digital industry and sustainability are the pillars of its business worldwide.

We are looking for a Acoustics Specialist

Responsibilities / Responsabilità

Description of the Role

The acoustics engineer must have working knowledge of aerodynamic noise generation mechanisms, sound propagation and transmission. The acoustics engineer will work closely with aerodynamicist and structural design engineers to collaborate on the design considerations for the noise of the aircraft.

Main Activities / What performs, What prepares, What supports, What contributes to…

• Operate acoustic simulation tools (COMSOL, Actran, PowerFLOW);
• Perform acoustic analyses of aircraft systems and components using data obtained from simulations and flight or ground tests;
• Develop and maintain acoustic analysis tools and scripts;
• Conduct trade studies on both configuration and operational changes aimed at reducing noise and vibration;
• Predict interior and exterior aircraft noise levels, including propeller noise and its transmission to aircraft structures and cabins.

Main Outputs

• Develop models to predict aeroacoustic loads, propeller noise, and noise propagation;
• Research existing technologies and develop innovative approaches to optimize acoustic performance;
• Perform duct acoustics and acoustic liner analyses, including the development of analysis tools and scripts;

• Operate acoustic and vibration simulation tools, and provide technical guidance to others in their use for the generation and interpretation of acoustic and vibration data.

Main Interfaces

• The acoustic engineer will work closely with various internal groups to guide the aircraft design from a noise and vibration perspective.

Requirements / Requisiti

Education

Master’s degree in Engineering; PhD preferred.

Experiences/ Skill

- Experience with computational acoustics analysis techniques;

- Experience in validation of analysis results against other sources, such as test data, previously published literature, theoretical source models;

- Noise measurement and data acquisition skills, experience making measurements in anechoic/hemi-anechoic chambers/tunnels;

- Strong experience in aerodynamics field.

- Level of written and spoken English, Fluent in spoken and written English

- Motivation Highly motivated

- Attitudes:

o Decision Making

o Problem Solving

o Team work

Seniority:

Junior

Primary Location:

IT - Napoli - Pomigliano

Contract Type:

Permanent

Total Base Pay Range:

€32.731,92 - €43.000

Hybrid Working:

Hybrid