News PhD Opportunity in Aerospace Engineering Offered
News PhD Opportunity in Aerospace Engineering Offered
R2T2 Program Partners with Orbex on the Advanced Degree
The R2T2 (Rocketry Research Teaching Training) consortium of universities will partner with orbital launch services company Orbex to enable a PhD research candidate to gain hands-on experience.
"We are committed to nurturing the next generation of talent, and the R2T2 PhD program aligns perfectly with this."
Phillip Chambers, Orbex
R2T2 invites ambitious STEM students to drive cutting-edge research focused on the optimization of propellant feed systems — an essential component of modern aerospace technology. As part of the R2T2 consortium, Orbex brings expertise in rocket design and propulsion systems, offering insights and real-world application opportunities for the selected PhD candidate.
One of the ten R2T2 PhD students selected will complete a six-month placement with Orbex in Denmark, getting real life experience and working hands on within propulsion engineering.
"This is an extraordinary opportunity for a young engineer to immerse themselves in the practical aspects of aerospace technology," said Phillip Chambers, CEO at Orbex. "We are committed to nurturing the next generation of talent, and the R2T2 PhD program aligns perfectly with this. The successful candidate will have the chance to work closely with our experts abroad, gaining hands-on experience that is truly invaluable.”
The PhD project, titled Propellant Feed System Optimization, focuses on the efficiency and reliability of fuel delivery systems within rocket engines – a critical subject that directly impacts the performance and safety of space missions. This research not only supports Orbex’s mission to develop more sustainable and efficient rockets but also feeds into the wider goals of the aerospace industry.
“This collaboration with Orbex adds another level to the R2T2 Program, offering our PhD candidate the unique opportunity to contribute to a real-world project," said Prof. Patrick Harkness of the University of Glasgow’s James Watt School of Engineering, and R2T2 Lead Academic. "It’s an exciting time to be part of aerospace engineering, and we’re eager to see how this research will shape future innovations.”