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Kronos Consulting

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Gas Turbine Performance Engineer

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

$75 - $80/hr

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Kronos has a long history of avionics engineering working with some of the largest aircraft ... Experience with steady-state performance modeling for gas turbine engines * Experience with ...

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Process Performance Engineer II

Mobile, AL · On-site

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As Process Performance Engineer, you will provide technical assistance (methods, products, etc.) to ... Manufacturing facilities assemble the finest aircraft in the world, along two (soon to be three ...

Natilus

Aerodynamics and Performance Engineer

San Diego, CA · On-site

$90 - $130/hr

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Our growing family of aircraft is designed to make air travel more sustainable while fundamentally ... Natilus is seeking an Aerodynamics & Performance Engineer to join our team in San Diego, CA. In ...

Natilus

Aerodynamics and Performance Engineer

San Diego, CA · On-site

$120K - $170K/yr

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Our growing family of aircraft is designed to make air travel more sustainable while fundamentally ... Natilus is seeking an Aerodynamics & Performance Engineer to join our team in San Diego, CA. In ...

Natilus

Aerodynamics and Performance Engineer

San Diego, CA · On-site

$120K - $170K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Our growing family of aircraft is designed to make air travel more sustainable while fundamentally ... Natilus is seeking an Aerodynamics & Performance Engineer to join our team in San Diego, CA. In ...

Natilus

Aerodynamics and Performance Engineer

San Diego, CA · On-site

$120K - $170K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Our growing family of aircraft is designed to make air travel more sustainable while fundamentally ... Natilus is seeking an Aerodynamics & Performance Engineer to join our team in San Diego, CA. In ...

Parametric Solutions Inc

Senior Performance Engineer

Jupiter, FL · On-site

$103K - $141K/yr

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Parametric Solutions Inc. (PSI) is a gas turbine development firm supporting the aircraft and ... turbine performance analysis, aerodynamics design, or a related engineering discipline.

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Aircraft Maintenance A

Waco, TX · On-site

$27.75 - $36/hr

Collaborate with engineering teams and provide feedback on aircraft performance and any issues encountered. * Ensure that all tools, materials, and equipment are calibrated correctly and maintained ...

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As of Aug 13, 2026, the average yearly pay for locum aircraft performance engineer in the United States is $80,789.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $65,500.00 and $95,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Locum Aircraft Performance Engineer vs Aircraft Performance Engineer?

AspectLocum Aircraft Performance EngineerAircraft Performance Engineer
CredentialsTypically requires engineering degree and relevant certificationsSame as locum, with additional experience preferred
Work EnvironmentContract-based, often temporary roles at airlines or maintenance providersFull-time or permanent roles within airlines or aerospace companies
Employer & IndustryAirlines, maintenance organizations, aerospace contractorsAirlines, aerospace manufacturers, maintenance firms
Search & Comparison IntentLooking for temporary or freelance performance engineering rolesSeeking permanent or long-term performance engineering positions

The main difference between a Locum Aircraft Performance Engineer and an Aircraft Performance Engineer lies in employment type and duration. Locum roles are temporary, contract-based positions often filled to cover absences or peak periods, while Aircraft Performance Engineers in permanent roles provide ongoing support within organizations. Both roles require similar qualifications and work in comparable environments, but their employment arrangements differ significantly.

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Infographic showing various Locum Aircraft Performance Engineer job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 87% Full Time, 10% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 91% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 7% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $80,789 per year, or $38.8 per hour.

Gas Turbine Performance Engineer

Kronos Consulting

Phoenix, AZ • On-site

$75 - $80/hr

Full-time

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Job description

Kronos has a long history of avionics engineering working with some of the largest aircraft integrators in the world. We always provide our partners with 100% customers satisfaction and on time delivery. If you are excited about working for a company that takes its job seriously and does not cut corners you will have a home with Kronos.


This is an outstanding opportunity for an Engineer with aerospace turbomachinery experience to join the Performance & Operability team. Our gas turbine engines power a wide range of commercial and military aerospace platforms. This position requires the individual to be an expert in steady state and transient physics and to be highly capable of building, debugging, refining, and maintaining NPSS system thermal models. Effective knowledge transfer of NPSS modeling techniques is an important aspect of this role.


Position Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in a technical discipline such as the sciences, technology, engineering
  • 7 years of experience with turbine engine Performance & Operability Modeling and Analysis
  • Experience DEVELOPING thermodynamic models for gas turbine engines using NPSS (Numerical Propulsion System Simulation)
  • Experience with steady-state performance modeling for gas turbine engines
  • Experience with transient operability modeling for gas turbine engines

Company Description

Kronos always provides our partners with 100% customer satisfaction and on time delivery. If you are excited about working for a company that takes its job seriously and does not cut corners you will have a home with Kronos.