Spacecraft Thermal Engineer

The Aerospace Corporation

Chantilly, VA, USA
$117,300.00 - $175,900.00 py
On-site
Spacecraft thermal control systems
Heat transfer and thermal engineering
Thermal design and control of spacecraft
The Aerospace Corporation is seeking a Spacecraft Thermal Engineer with expertise in thermal engineering and heat transfer for classified spacecraft programs. The ideal candidate will possess significant experience in thermal design and control, ideally having worked on multiple spacecraft programs

Job Summary

  • The successful applicant will support both classified and unclassified spacecraft programs with emphasis on classified systems.
  • You will engage with impact with these internal and external customers to identify, track, and resolve design, workmanship, and performance issues relating to space vehicle and payload thermal control subsystems.
  • We offer a competitive compensation package where you’ll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to our business.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 85

The Aerospace Corporation is seeking a Spacecraft Thermal Engineer with expertise in thermal engineering and heat transfer for classified spacecraft programs. The ideal candidate will possess significant experience in thermal design and control, ideally having worked on multiple spacecraft programs.

Salary

$117,300.00 - $175,900.00

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Spacecraft thermal control systems
  • Heat transfer and thermal engineering
  • Thermal design and control of spacecraft
  • Thermal analysis, modeling, and simulation
  • Technical leadership of engineering teams

Nice-to-have

  • Engage with impact with customers
  • Curate department knowledge and capabilities
  • Advocate for best solutions and practices

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in a STEM related field
  • 4 years or more of thermal engineering experience
  • Experience supporting at least 2 spacecraft programs
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a US security clearance
  • 8 years or more of total thermal engineering experience
  • Experience leading integrated-team thermal engineering efforts

Work Rights

US security clearance required

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