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Postdoctoral Fellowship in Detonation-Engine Propulsion for Attritable UAS Swarms National Research Council Canada in Canada
Degree Level
Postdoc
Field of study
Mechanical Engineering
Funding
This is a two-year, term postdoctoral fellowship contingent on satisfactory progress during the first year. Fellows receive a taxable salary and benefits at Research Officer-equivalent rates. The AsRO salary range is CAD 83,985 to CAD 116,641, with CAD 83,985 indicated as the average starting rate for new PhD graduates; actual salary depends on prior experience, achievements, skills, and contributions. Benefits include a pension plan, health and dental coverage, disability and life insurance, of
Deadline
Jan 7, 2027
Country
Canada
University
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About this position
The National Research Council Canada (NRC) is seeking a postdoctoral fellow in Ottawa to develop low-cost, high-efficiency propulsion for attritable uncrewed aerial system (UAS) swarms.
The project, “Enabling Low-Cost, High-Efficiency Propulsion for Attritable UAS Swarm,” will investigate a novel inlet architecture for detonation engines. The research combines computational fluid dynamics with experimental validation to assess detonation-engine inlets and their potential for affordable, efficient propulsion in autonomous UAS applications.
Applicants should hold a PhD in Mechanical Engineering or Aerospace Engineering, or expect to complete one within six months of appointment. The PhD should generally have been awarded within the past three years. Candidates must have experience in at least two of the following areas: ceramic or metal additive-manufacturing design, advanced cooling technologies, and compressible flow involving shock waves or detonation.
This is a two-year, full-time fellowship based physically at the NRC workplace in Ottawa, Canada, subject to satisfactory progress during the first year. The salary range is CAD 83,985–116,641, with benefits and a travel fund. Fellows will work under the direct supervision of an NRC researcher within a multidisciplinary aerospace research environment.
Applications require a resume, a one-page statement of interest, PhD transcript, and publication list. The closing date is January 7, 2027, at 23:59 Eastern Time. Preference may be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents, although applicants of all nationalities are eligible.
Funding details
This is a two-year, term postdoctoral fellowship contingent on satisfactory progress during the first year. Fellows receive a taxable salary and benefits at Research Officer-equivalent rates. The AsRO salary range is CAD 83,985 to CAD 116,641, with CAD 83,985 indicated as the average starting rate for new PhD graduates; actual salary depends on prior experience, achievements, skills, and contributions. Benefits include a pension plan, health and dental coverage, disability and life insurance, of
What's required
Applicants must hold a PhD in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering, or expect to complete the PhD within six months of appointment. Candidates should have obtained the PhD within the past three years, generally on or after July 1, 2024, subject to possible exceptions for personal or family-related leave. Applicants must have basic experience in at least two of the following three areas: design for additive manufacturing using ceramic and/or metal materials, advanced cooling technologies, and compressible flow involving shock waves and/or detonation. English is required. Applicants must submit a resume, a maximum one-page statement of interest in the project, a PhD transcript, and a list of publications. Shortlisted applicants may later be asked for three letters of recommendation. Employment is subject to Reliability Status security verification covering five years of background information, and the successful candidate must work full-time physically at the NRC Ottawa location.
How to apply
Apply through the NRC recruitment portal using the “Apply now” link. Attach a resume, a one-page statement of interest, PhD transcript, and publication list; citizenship information should also be included. Shortlisted candidates may later need to provide three recommendation letters.
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