Deep Tech & Frontier

Hypersonics Engineer

Designs vehicles that travel at more than five times the speed of sound

£55k-£130k Geopolitical

What it involves

Develops the aerodynamics, propulsion and thermal protection systems needed for vehicles operating at hypersonic speeds, for both defence and future rapid transport applications.

Skills & knowledge needed

AerodynamicsPropulsion engineeringThermal protection systemsCFD simulationMaterials science

Why it's emerging now

Hypersonics investment has surged for both defence programmes and next-generation rapid transport concepts.

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