Thermal Analysis Engineer

As a Thermal Analysis Engineer you will develop thermal models and implement thermal management solutions while working closely with a fast-paced, agile team that strives to make a high-performance spacecraft from a clean sheet design.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain thermal models of spacecraft, systems, and components
• Determine appropriate physical properties and boundary conditions
• Analyze test data to determine model accuracy and improve model fidelity
• Collaborate with design engineers to implement effective thermal management strategies
• Communicate with suppliers to determine thermal properties/requirements of components
• Document thermal analyses and designs

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical or aerospace engineering
• 3+ years of experience in thermal design
• Proficiency in CAD software with ability to learn new tools
• Capable of performing structural and thermal analysis in support of design
• Extensive understanding of different mechanisms of heat transfer
• In order to be successful in this role, you should be someone who thrives in ambiguity and is able to lead their own projects into completion
• Demonstrated experience working collaboratively across teams
• Ability to communicate technical challenges, explain rationale and/or resolve concerns

Preferred Skills and Experience:

• Graduate work in numerical methods or heat transfer
• Creative solutions to complex problems
• Experience with successful thermal management strategies
• Experience with Star CCM+ or ANSYS Fluent
• Prior experience with spacecraft design
• Experience working on a launch vehicle or satellite development effort
• Experience in a startup or agile development environment

Additional Requirements:

• Flexible schedule and willing to travel as needed