Spacecraft Passive Thermal Engineer

The Aerospace Corporation

Houston, TX, US
Base: $100,300 - $175,900 annual; bonus/equity: va...
Passive thermal control system design
Sinda/fluint and thermal desktop software
Heat transfer analysis experience
This position supports critical unclassified spacecraft programs with a specific emphasis on the Orion crewed vehicle

Job Summary

  • This position supports critical unclassified spacecraft programs with a specific emphasis on the Orion crewed vehicle.
  • The role involves leading high-priority thermal analyses and real-time assessments to inform key decisions during flight operations.
  • Employees receive a competitive compensation package ranging from $100,300 to $175,900 annually along with comprehensive benefits.

Matching Summary

This position supports critical unclassified spacecraft programs with a specific emphasis on the Orion crewed vehicle.

Salary

Base: $100,300 - $175,900 annual; Bonus/Equity: Variable pay program available; Benefits: Comprehensive health care, 401(k) match up to 12%, relocation assistance

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Passive Thermal Control System design
  • SINDA/FLUINT and Thermal Desktop software
  • Heat transfer analysis experience
  • Thermal vacuum test program experience
  • Crewed spacecraft mission support

Nice-to-have

  • M.S. or Ph.D. in thermal sciences
  • NASA heritage system knowledge
  • Finite Element Analysis proficiency
  • Systems Engineering tools expertise
  • Active Secret security clearance

Key Requirements

  • B.S. degree in mechanical or aerospace engineering
  • 4+ years thermal engineering experience
  • U.S. citizenship required for security clearance
  • Experience with SINDA/FLUINT software
  • Ability to obtain government security clearance

Work Rights

Must have US citizenship

Tailored Resume

Cover Letter