The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

Research Assistant Expressions of Interest in Aeroacoustics and Low-Noise Design

  • Research Assistant

Overview

AANTC at HKUST welcomes expressions of interest from prospective research assistants who would like to contribute to aeroacoustics and low-noise design for low-altitude aircraft. Future work may involve experimental facilities, numerical tools and artificial intelligence methods developed with the research team.

Possible contributions include:

  • Building and testing aerodynamic and acoustic experimental systems, including wind-tunnel rigs, sensors and measurement workflows.
  • Supporting aircraft structural design, additive manufacturing, flight-control systems and studies linking flight dynamics with noise emissions.
  • Using wind tunnels, 3D printing facilities and flight simulators where relevant to experimental or design work.
  • Developing noise maps, visualisation tools and data pipelines for low-altitude aircraft and urban environments.
  • Preparing and analysing simulation and measurement data for physics-grounded aeroacoustic world models, with validation against experiments.

The team has an established base in aerodynamic and acoustic experiments, noise prediction and engineering software, supported by specialist test facilities and collaborations with industry partners. Research assistant work may also lead to further postgraduate study, subject to the relevant admission process.

Requirements

Applicants with a bachelor's or master's degree in aerospace engineering, mechanical engineering, computer science, electrical engineering or a related discipline are welcome to express interest.

  • Experience with CAD, structural analysis, CFD, Python, C++, MATLAB or scientific visualisation tools such as OpenGL or VTK is useful.
  • Practical skills in experimental methods, 3D printing, sensors, embedded systems, flight control or data analysis are an advantage.
  • Ability to write technical reports and communicate in English is expected. Mandarin communication skills are an advantage.
  • Experience in engineering design competitions is welcome.

Applicants need not have experience in every listed area.

Application process

Please send your CV and a brief description of your technical interests to Professor Peng Zhou at pengzhou@ust.hk. This is an expression of interest; availability and appointment details will be discussed with suitable applicants.