Thermal Design Engineer

Key Responsibilities

Perform thermal system design and analysis for spacecraft and payloads across component, sub‑system, and space vehicle level.
Design thermal integration of electronic components such as processors, power supplies, cameras, and optical assemblies at the sub‑system spacecraft bus and space vehicle level.
Ensure thermal designs close properly and identify innovative technical means to meet thermal, cost, and schedule requirements.
Perform FEM‑based thermal model analysis using Ansys Thermal Desktop.
Develop preliminary concepts supporting early design activities through design V&V (verification & validation) and transition to rate production.
Collaborate effectively across the team and cross-functional disciplines: avionics, mechanical, structural, program management, and AI&T teams with strong internal customer focus.

Required:

Bachelor’s degree or higher in a relevant engineering or computation field plus 10-12 years,
MS plus 8-10 years, or PhD plus 5-7 years of professional experience in thermal engineering positions.
5+ years of professional working experience in the space, aerospace or other indsutry designing high reliability products.
Experience with design tools and methods related to thermal engineering: Ansys Thermal Desktop, AutoCAD, DSS SolidWorks

Desired:

Ability to perform mechanical engineering design tasks using SolidWorks, in addition to primary thermal engineering duties.
Understanding of GD&T tools and methods.