Thermal Control and Life Support Hardware Engineer (Crew Starship)
Core
Design, analyze, test, and manufacture hardware for thermal control and life support systems (fans, air distribution, water reclamation, waste management, fire suppression) for the Crew Starship spacecraft to enable human missions to the Moon and Mars.
Role type
Senior IC hardware engineer (thermal control and life support systems)
Builds
Environmental control and thermal management hardware for the Crew Starship (HLS)
Domain
Aerospace / Space Exploration
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
fluid systems design, mechanical systems design, environmental control systems design, GD&T, structural analysis, material selection, manufacturing process knowledge, rotating machinery experience
Preferred skills
NX CAD, ABAQUS, ANSYS, trade studies using first principles, machining, welding, brazing, tube bending
Technologies
NX, ABAQUS, ANSYS
Responsibilities
Own conceptualization, design, and build of life support and thermal control systems; rapidly iterate on manufacturing processes and development testing; lead design reviews internally and externally; ensure designs are manufacturable and reliable; integrate components with avionics and mission operations
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC