Thermofluids Engineer Ii

Rocketlab

Auckland, New Zealand
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Heat transfer analysis (conduction, convection, radiation)
Define thermal environments
Correlate thermal models with data
** Rocket Lab is seeking a Thermofluids Engineer II in Auckland, New Zealand, to contribute to the development and analysis of their Neutron launch vehicle. The ideal candidate will have a background in mechanical or aerospace engineering, with specific skills in thermal analysis and experience in the aerospace or related industries. **

Job Summary

  • Perform heat transfer analysis including heat transfer coefficient correlations and 1D thermal analysis.
  • Work closely with design and test engineers to iterate through design concepts and determine test requirements.
  • Support, process and interpret ground test and flight data.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 75

** Rocket Lab is seeking a Thermofluids Engineer II in Auckland, New Zealand, to contribute to the development and analysis of their Neutron launch vehicle. The ideal candidate will have a background in mechanical or aerospace engineering, with specific skills in thermal analysis and experience in the aerospace or related industries. **

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Heat transfer analysis (conduction, convection, radiation)
  • Define thermal environments
  • Correlate thermal models with data
  • Assess customer payloads for thermal limits

Nice-to-have

  • Space thermal environments modelling
  • CFD package experience
  • Python scientific packages
  • Dynamic thermofluid systems
  • Compressible gas modelling

Key Requirements

  • Degree in Mechanical, Aerospace Engineering or similar
  • 2+ years industry experience
  • Experience with thermal modelling packages
  • Thermal protection system design
  • Experimental test methods experience

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