PhD Research Engineer in Micro-Vibration Simulation and Testing for Aerospace Applications

This PhD position at KU Leuven’s Mechatronic System Dynamics division (LMSD) focuses on advancing micro-vibration simulation and testing techniques for aerospace applications. The project aims to enhance the accuracy of vibrational predictions for low-level excitations, bridging the gap between noise and critical system behavior. The successful candidate will combine numerical modeling (linear/nonlinear frequency-domain methods) with experimental validation on demonstration structures. The research group, with over 100 members, blends academic rigor with industrial relevance, offering a dynamic environment for interdisciplinary collaboration. The position is ideal for engineers, physicists, or mathematicians with a strong foundation in dynamic systems and computational tools.

• Develop advanced numerical methods for linear and nonlinear frequency-domain vibration analysis to improve prediction accuracy for micro-vibrations.
• Conduct experimental validation on demonstration structures to test and refine simulation models.
• Investigate transfer path characterization and simulation techniques for aerospace applications.
• Collaborate with industry partners to ensure research relevance and applicability.
• Present research findings at international conferences and project meetings.
• Contribute to academic publications in high-ranked journals and industrial forums.
• Participate in doctoral training programs offered by KU Leuven’s Arenberg Doctoral School.