Prasanna P

Expert Senior Thermal Simulation Engineer with specialized experience in aero-thermal environments and systems affecting aircraft engine component temperatures. Profound technical expertise in Thermodynamics, Fluid Dynamics, Heat Transfer, and Aerodynamics. Specialist in 1D System Analysis and Thermal Network Simulation using Amesim-equivalent tools (GE Flow Simulator and Rolls-Royce SPAN).

Proven track record of delivering high-quality engineering outputs for aircraft thermal management systems that contribute directly to aircraft engine certification and System Design processes.

Senior Engineer at Alten India (2024-09 – Present)

Project: Rolls-Royce Thermals (Trent XWB – 97 Baseline)

• Led thermal simulation of aero-thermal environments affecting aircraft engine components using Rolls-Royce SK22, resulting in a 15% improvement in temperature prediction accuracy during accel conditions
• Performed Thermal Simulation and HPC analysis on adverse hardware to evaluate component lifing, ensuring compliance with aircraft engine certification standards.
• Constructed robust numerical models for complex heat transfer and fluid flow challenges using reversible functions, ensuring 100% on-time delivery of critical project milestones.
• Developed 1D System Analysis models utilizing Amesim methodologies and equivalent architectures (GE Flow Simulator, Rolls Royce SPAN) to simulate integrated aircraft engine thermal management systems.
• Applied Amesim modelling concepts (thermal networks and flow elements) to conduct high-fidelity system-level simulation and coupling.
• Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure all deliverables aligned with System Design processes and aircraft certification standards.
• On-site Experience (Rolls-Royce, UK): Validated aero-thermal modelling workflows and established strong working relationships with international certification stakeholders. (Feb 2026 - Current*)

Engineer at Quest Global Pvt. Ltd. (2023-07 – 2024-09)

Project: GE Thermals (LEAP 1B, RISE)

• Performed 1D network analysis for fluid flow and heat transfer in gas turbine air and fuel systems, supporting mechanical system assessment and integrated design studies.
• Executed multi-domain thermo-mechanical FEA models that improved deflection prediction accuracy by about 10%, increasing confidence in analysis outputs.
• Supported FNS-to-FI model conversion, enabling integrated system simulation across engine subsystems and improving coordination between engineering functions.
• Worked closely with engine performance, turbine, compressor, combustion, and controls teams to resolve system-level issues and support project delivery.

Engineering Apprentice at GTRE, DRDO (2023-05 – 2024-05)

Project: Engine Thermals (ATGG)

• Conducted CFD and conjugate heat transfer analysis of secondary air systems in 2D and 3D, improving metal temperature prediction accuracy by about 15%.
• Performed thermal and heat transfer analysis of fuel systems under varying operating conditions to assess temperature distribution and system behavior.
• Analyzed compressor and turbine thermo-fluid behavior, identifying critical temperature gradients and performance limitations for engineering assessment.
• Calibrated experimental rig equipment to improve data acquisition reliability and support accurate validation results.

Engineering Intern at Bhoruka Fabcons Pvt Ltd (2021-01 – 2021-04)

• Designed and analyzed a mechanical product using CAD and simulation tools, supporting full design-to-production lifecycle.

Bachelor of Engineering in Mechanical Engineering – Christ University (2017 – 2021)