Masterthesis within Thermal Engineering: Phonon rectification

Job description

Airbus Defence and Space GmbH

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Job Description

Are you looking for a master thesis? Would you like to discover the work of a physicist ? Then apply now! We look forward to you joining us at the department Thermal Engineering .

Location: Friedrichshafen

Start: flexibel

Masterthesis: Phonon rectification in the department Thermal Engineering:

Description of the department:

Thermal engineering, analysis and testing services and thermal hardware development

Topic:

Investigation and development of a thermal diode for low temperature application by means of 3D-nanostructuring techniques.

you will learn about:                

Mesoscopic physics, nano-fabrication, thermodynamics, heat transfer in solids, cryogenic measurements techniques, calorimetry  

Your Tasks:

·  Literature research on theory and realizations of rectification of thermal fluxes with a focus on directional phonon scattering in solids and its physical background
·  Definition and optimization of the nano-fabrication process
·  Production of prototypes
·  Assembly of a measurement setup
·  Evaluation of the performance of the developed prototypes       
·  Development of techniques to improve the fabrication process and device performance

You offer:

·  Enrolled student (m/f) within physic or similar field of study
·  Familiarity with a programming language (Matlab, Python, …)
·  Practical experience with nano-structuring techniques is a plus
·  Practical experience in a low temperature laboratory is a plus
·  English, German is a plus

You are a good team player, have excellent communication skills, and are able to work independently.

Does this job description fit your objectives and profile? Take the next step in your career and come and join us!

How to apply:

Online via www.jobs.airbus.com

Please provide the following documents: cover letter, C.V., relevant certificates, current certificate of enrolment

You can direct your cover letter to: Mrs.Seeger

 Should you have general questions regarding this position you can write an E-Mail to: students.germany@airbus.com

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