GTREO Seminar – Lisa Brilliant, Pratt and Whitney

Challenges Of Compressor Aerodynamics

A career in compressor aerodynamics provides the opportunity to continuously learn This seminar describes the process and considerations for designing a high performing and reliable compressors. Developing new technologies also provides new challenges for the next generation of aircraft engines The seminar will also cover tips on a developing a fulfilling career

BIOGRAPHY

Lisa Brilliant earned a B S in Aeronautical Engineering at Purdue University and a M S in Mechanical Engineering from Rensselaer
Polytechnic University She has spent over 20 years at Pratt and Whitney working in the Compression Systems Aerodynamics Group
She is currently the Discipline Chief and responsible for Low Pressure and High Pressure Compressor designs for both commercial and military programs