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), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
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Aerospace, Space Technology, DefenseIndustries
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering (or related field) with training in analysis of structures and fluids
- 6+ years of professional experience in space thermal analysis and control
- Demonstrated excellence in thermal vacuum testing, analysis, and model correlation
- Thermal experience with spacecraft subcomponents such as optical payloads, mechanisms, and structures
- Proficiency in tools such as Thermal Desktop and SolidWorks
- Experience setting technical standards, mentoring junior engineers, or providing technical leadership
- Passion for the space industry
- Demonstrated ability to work in a multidisciplinary team
- Demonstrated ability to work autonomously with little input on requirements or management oversight
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Preferred Skills and Experience
- Master’s degree in aerospace engineering (or related field)
- Prior experience managing or leading small engineering teams
- Familiarity with rapid hardware development in a startup or fast-paced environment
Responsibilities
- Lead and mentor a small team of thermal engineers, setting technical direction, standards, and best practices for thermal analysis and testing
- Work with a product-focused team including mechanical, electrical, software, and automation engineers to rapidly develop revolutionary thermal designs
- Perform integrated thermal analysis to determine heater/radiator sizing and external coatings required to maintain all elements of the spacecraft within thermal limits
- Perform detailed thermal analysis across a variety of design reference missions (DRMs)
- Design and help develop detailed piece-part and assembly drawings for heaters, MLI, and other thermal control components
- Assist with electronic thermal predictions and board-level analysis
- Coordinate thermal interfaces between subsystems
- Lead and support Thermal Vacuum and Thermal Cycle testing, including model correlation
- Contribute to and review technical documentation, ensuring high-quality thermal analysis deliverables
- Support on-orbit operations as the thermal subject matter expert
Skills
Key technologies and capabilities for this role
Questions & Answers
Common questions about this position
What qualifications are required for the Thermal Engineering Manager role?
Candidates need a Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or related field with training in structures and fluids, 6+ years of professional experience in space thermal analysis and control, demonstrated excellence in thermal vacuum testing, analysis, and model correlation, thermal experience with spacecraft subcomponents like optical payloads and mechanisms, and proficiency in tools such as Thermal Desktop and SolidWorks.
What are the main responsibilities of this position?
Responsibilities include leading and mentoring a small team of thermal engineers, performing integrated and detailed thermal analysis, designing thermal control components, coordinating subsystem interfaces, leading thermal testing, and supporting on-orbit operations as the thermal expert.
Is this a management role, and what team will I lead?
Yes, this is a management role where you will lead and mentor a small team of thermal engineers while working hands-on in thermal design and analysis.
What is the company culture like at True Anomaly?
True Anomaly values creating asymmetric advantages with creativity and ingenuity, challenging assumptions for ambitious results, and recognizes that the team is the competitive advantage, emphasizing collaboration.
What salary or compensation does this role offer?
This information is not specified in the job description.
True Anomaly
Integrates AI and software into spacecraft
About True Anomaly
True Anomaly specializes in advanced technology that integrates spacecraft, software, and AI to enhance space capabilities for the U.S., its allies, and commercial partners, with a focus on global security and sustainable space access.
Denver, ColoradoHeadquarters
2022Year Founded
$137.8MTotal Funding
SERIES_BCompany Stage
Aerospace, DefenseIndustries
51-200Employees