Mechanical Engineer III - Thermal Systems
Core
Designing and solving complex thermal systems problems for spacecraft and space-based missions, ensuring mission readiness and operational success in low Earth orbit and beyond.
Role type
Senior IC mechanical engineer (thermal systems)
Builds
Spacecraft thermal control systems, propulsion structures, and environmental systems for national security and space exploration missions.
Domain
Aerospace & Defense / Thermal Engineering
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Mechanical engineering principles and standards, thermal systems design, structural analysis, data collection and analysis, technical documentation, mentoring junior engineers, independent problem solving, cross-functional collaboration
Preferred skills
CAD tools (NX, SolidWorks), GD&T, project management, manufacturing processes, material sciences, end-item testing and validation
Technologies
NX, SolidWorks
Responsibilities
Identify and resolve design goals and challenges for thermal systems, take ownership of discrete technical packages as a Responsible Engineer, collect and analyze data related to mechanical and environmental systems, prepare detailed technical documentation and reports, provide mentoring and coaching to junior engineers, communicate with internal and external stakeholders to support project objectives
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with mentorship responsibilities