About the role

  • Thermal Design Engineer focusing on development and testing of spacecraft thermal management systems. Collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure optimal heat management and system performance.

Responsibilities

  • Design heatsinking and thermal control methods for satellite systems
  • Work with the mission planners to define orbital thermal boundary conditions
  • Work closely within the Integrated Product Team consisting of other cross-functional engineers (RF, hardware, systems, etc.) to develop full product solutions
  • Identify requirement verification methods and establish plans to mitigate technical risks through FEA, test, etc.
  • Support designs through CAD modeling and FEA analysis, with a focus on thermal behaviour in various environments
  • Generate documentation required to substantiate designed solutions
  • Generate drawings to communicate design intent to manufacturing partners and internal AIT team
  • Build prototypes and test to identify key areas for improvement
  • Move solutions from development, through qualification and into flight readiness
  • Participate in pathfinding activities for new projects
  • Act as peer reviewer on other active designs

Requirements

  • 5+ years of relevant mechanical design experience
  • Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, mechatronics engineering, or equivalent
  • Understanding of design principles for heat transfer, temperature control, statics, and dynamics
  • Experience in verifying designs through Finite Element Analysis and testing
  • Experience with one or more CAD tools (Onshape, Creo, Solidworks, etc.)
  • Understanding of design for manufacturing and assembly practices
  • Strong communication and documentation skills working in a multidisciplinary team
  • Comfortable in an R&D lab environment
  • Comfortable using basic hand and power tools

Benefits

  • Competitive compensation with a robust equity plan to share in our success.
  • Comprehensive coverage for health, dental, and vision insurance—including dependents.
  • Unlimited vacation, supportive parental leave policy, and company-wide holiday shutdown.
  • Semi-annual company-wide parties and frequent in-office team events.
  • Relocation packages available for approved roles.
  • $1,500 annual professional development fund to support your growth.
  • Fully stocked Toronto office kitchen with snacks, drinks, games and top-notch kitchen appliances.
  • Town Halls, Celebration Calls, and Company-wide events to stay connected and engaged.
  • We’re a certified Great Place to Work®, five years in a row!

Job title

Thermal Design Engineer

Job type

Experience level

Mid levelSenior

Salary

CA$100,622 - CA$150,622 per year

Degree requirement

Bachelor's Degree

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