Thermal Analyst
Core
Senior Thermal Analyst ensuring thermal integrity of New Glenn's critical systems (TPS, vehicle components) across launch, ascent, reentry, and recovery phases.
Role type
Senior IC thermal analyst (aerospace)
Builds
Thermal models and analysis for reusable heavy-lift orbital launch vehicle systems
Domain
Aerospace / Launch vehicle development
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
thermal analysis, heat transfer fundamentals, ANSYS (Mechanical/Fluent), TPS component analysis, design certification support, cross-functional collaboration, technical documentation, risk identification
Preferred skills
reusable launch vehicle thermal analysis, ablative/ceramic tile/flexible insulation TPS, model correlation with test/flight data, Python/MATLAB scripting, 3D CAD (CREO/NX), CFD-derived aerothermal inputs, Thermal Desktop, AI/ML for engineering analysis
Technologies
ANSYS, Thermal Desktop, Python, MATLAB, CREO, NX
Responsibilities
Perform detailed thermal analysis of TPS components and vehicle systems; develop and validate thermal models; lead thermal design reviews; collaborate with structures, propulsion, and test teams; execute thermal test plans and correlate data; author engineering reports and documentation; drive resolution of thermal design risks; improve thermal analysis processes
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC