About the role

Spacecraft Thermal Engineer supporting thermal control systems for classified and unclassified spacecraft programs. Engaging with defense and civil agencies to resolve thermal control issues and deliver innovative solutions.

Responsibilities

Engage with internal program offices representing defense and civil agencies to identify, track, and resolve design, workmanship, and performance issues relating to space vehicle and payload thermal control subsystems
Deliver results as the thermal subject matter expert in thermal control systems for spacecraft and payloads
Lead and conduct analysis, modeling, simulation, experimental investigations, and assessments of designs and design concepts relating to spacecraft thermal control systems and their components
Participate in and review thermal subsystem requirements, allocations, design, integration, test, and flight operations
Curate department knowledge and capabilities in thermal systems engineering, thermal analysis and design, and/or thermal control hardware
Provide thermal engineering technical leadership of teams of 2 or more people in support of programs, interdepartmental projects, and broad engagement efforts

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical or aerospace engineering or closely related field with emphasis in heat transfer or thermal sciences
Four years thermal engineering experience
Experience with the design, analysis, manufacturing, testing, and operation of spacecraft thermal control systems for all relevant modes of heat transfer, both active and passive, and through all phases of program lifecycle
Experience with SINDA/FLUINT and Thermal Desktop software; other applicable software includes TSS, EES, SolidWorks, SpaceClaim, CAMEO, and scripting languages such as FORTRAN and Python
Experience with thermal vacuum (TVAC), thermal cycle, and other environmental test programs
Willingness to occasionally travel to customer or contractor facilities approximately 10% time
Ability to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI security clearance, which is issued by the U.S. government. U.S. citizenship is required to obtain a security clearance.
Six total years of thermal engineering experience (for Engineering Specialist)
Experience or knowledge of cryogenics, two-phase thermophysics, or thermodynamics

Comprehensive health care and wellness plans
Paid holidays, sick time, and vacation
Standard and alternate work schedules, including telework options
401(k) Plan — Employees receive a total company-paid benefit of 8%, 10%, or 12% of eligible compensation based on years of service and matching contributions; employees are immediately eligible and vested in the plan upon hire
Flexible spending accounts
Variable pay program for exceptional contributions
Relocation assistance
Professional growth and development programs to help advance your career
Education assistance programs
An inclusive work environment built on teamwork, flexibility, and respect