Senior Thermal Analysis Engineer
Core
Develop and maintain thermal system architectures and models for Varda's space vehicles to ensure health and performance through all mission phases.
Role type
Senior IC thermal analysis engineer (spacecraft)
Builds
Thermal system architectures, analysis models, and data processing workflows for spacecraft
Domain
Aerospace / Space infrastructure
Deliverable
production ML models
Required skills
Thermal Desktop, SINDA/FLUINT, MATLAB, Thermal Vacuum (TVac) testing, thermal margins analysis, passive/active thermal control
Preferred skills
Reentry system thermal design, full spacecraft lifecycle experience, project ownership in fast-paced environments
Technologies
Thermal Desktop, SINDA/FLUINT, MATLAB
Responsibilities
Develop integrated thermal analysis models; Create tools for model and flight data processing; Ensure spacecraft remains within operating limits; Collaborate with spacecraft disciplines; Plan and execute Thermal Vacuum testing; Mentor junior engineers
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC