Thermal-Hydraulics Engineer
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Full Time
Mid-level (3 to 4 years), Senior (5 to 8 years)
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
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Aerospace, SpaceIndustries
Requirements
- 5+ years of experience with radiative and conductive thermal modeling of spacecraft systems, particularly high power Avionics using Thermal Desktop or similar tools
- 5+ years of experience with selection, sizing, and design of thermal control hardware including, but not limited to, heat pipes, heaters, SSM, OSR, thermal straps, thermal paints, tapes, MLI, TEC, etc
- 1+ year of experience with thermal cycling and thermal vacuum testing including predictions, setup, instrumentation and thermal model correlation
- 1+ year of experience with electrical component and PCBA thermal modeling
- 1+ year of experience with thermal interface materials (thermal grease, gap pads, etc.)
Responsibilities
- Work with Avionics subsystem owners to develop robust thermal design for avionics boxes and other electro-mechanical subsystems
- Work independently to set up and execute thermal testing ranging from development to qualification
- Develop and maintain thermal models for spacecraft and sub-components using Thermal Desktop and Ansys
- Work with mechanical teams to develop passive and active thermal control hardware for the spacecraft including radiators, heaters, heat pipes, surface coating etc
- Work with avionics teams to develop thermal models and thermal tests for electronic assemblies
Skills
Key technologies and capabilities for this role
Questions & Answers
Common questions about this position
What experience is required for the Senior Avionics Thermal Design Engineer role?
Candidates need 5+ years of radiative and conductive thermal modeling of spacecraft systems using Thermal Desktop or similar, 5+ years with thermal control hardware like heat pipes and heaters, 1+ year with thermal cycling and vacuum testing, and 1+ year with electrical component and PCBA thermal modeling.
What software tools are used for thermal modeling in this role?
The role involves using Thermal Desktop and Ansys for developing and maintaining thermal models, along with Python for automation.
Is this a remote position or does it require on-site work?
This information is not specified in the job description.
What is the salary or compensation for this position?
This information is not specified in the job description.
What kind of company culture can I expect at K2 Space?
K2 Space is a fast-paced Series B space startup building high-powered spacecraft, where motivated individuals thrive in a team environment focused on groundbreaking innovation to develop the solar system.
K2 Space
Manufactures cost-effective high-capability satellite buses
About K2 Space
K2 Space manufactures and sells satellite buses, which are the main structures and systems of satellites, excluding the payload. Their products allow clients to create customized satellites for various missions, including scientific research, commercial communication, and defense. K2 Space's approach breaks the traditional link between satellite size and cost, enabling the deployment of large, high-capability satellites at lower prices. This is achieved by leveraging advanced satellite technology and a team with experience from top aerospace companies like SpaceX and Blue Origin. K2 Space aims to make space missions more accessible by providing affordable satellite solutions, thus expanding opportunities for exploration and development in the aerospace sector.
West Hollywood, CaliforniaHeadquarters
2022Year Founded
$66.6MTotal Funding
SERIES_ACompany Stage
AerospaceIndustries
51-200Employees