WHITE RIVER JUNCTION, VT, Jan 20, 2026 – Thomas Kudla has joined Concepts NREC as a senior software engineer on its Agile engineering design system development team. He will develop and maintain AxCent, the company’s flagship software for 3D geometric design and rapid flow analysis of multi-stage axial and radial turbomachinery. Kudla previously led an AFWERX deliverable that integrated AxCent with CTAADS, linking two CAE platforms used in the aerospace and launch industries.
Thomas Kudla brings more than two decades of experience in CFD software development and aero-thermal engineering across government, aerospace, and industrial programs. His background includes roles at the U.S. Air Force, GE Aviation, Brose Group, and the Naval Nuclear Laboratory (FMP). Bachelor of Science in Aerospace, Aeronautical, and Astronautical Engineering from the Illinois Institute of Technology and a Master of Science in the same discipline from the University of Dayton. He previously served as a lead design engineer for the GE9X engine.
“We are thrilled to welcome Thomas Kudla to our development team. His deep expertise in aerospace engineering and CFD software, combined with a proven track record of innovation and leadership on projects like the GE9X engine and advanced software integrations, make him an exceptional addition” said Jonathan Bicknell, Concepts NREC’s VP of software products. “Thomas’s ability to bridge complex engineering challenges with practical solutions will be invaluable as we continue to advance our AxCent platform and deliver world-class turbomachinery design tools to our customers.”
Source: Concepts NREC
About Concepts NREC
Established in 1956, Concepts NREC provides turbomachinery design, development, testing, manufacturing, and software solutions. Headquartered in White River Junction, VT, the company offers a comprehensive suite of services, including engineering design, CAE and CAM software, precision manufacturing, and educational training. Concepts NREC has developed the Agile Engineering Design System, an integrated software suite covering the entire turbomachinery design process, serving industries such as aerospace, automotive, energy, industrial processing, medicine, and transportation. The company employs approximately 163 professionals and has been recognized among the Best Places to Work in Vermont for 2025.