Lockheed Martin

Senior Thermal Engineer, Orion Program

Lockheed Martin$85K — $158K *
Aerospace & Defense
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering or a related technical field, with 3+ years of experience.
  • Strong knowledge of heat transfer and thermodynamic principles applied in engineering.
  • Experienced in engineering design, analysis, and verification throughout the product lifecycle.
  • Proficient with CAD and thermal analysis tools such as Creo and ANSYS.
  • Ability to apply innovative solutions to complex thermal system issues.

Responsibilities

  • Support the Orion thermal analysis team with spacecraft component and subsystem analysis.
  • Perform comprehensive thermal modeling of spacecraft systems using standard processes and tools.
  • Develop technical memos and contribute to data packages for reviews.
  • Present analysis results to design teams and technical stakeholders.
  • Collaborate with various engineering disciplines to create cost-effective thermal control solutions.
  • Plan and support thermal testing efforts including Thermal Cycle and TVAC operations.
  • Tackle complex problem solving with minimal direction and creativity.

Benefits

  • Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance.
  • Flexible work arrangements including a 4x10 schedule.
  • 401(k) matching and retirement benefits.
  • Generous paid time off, including holidays and parental leave.
  • Education assistance for ongoing professional development.
Full Job Description
Lockheed Martin Space is seeking a full-time Senior Mechanical Engineer (Thermal Analysis). In this role you will be supporting the Orion thermal analysis team performing preliminary and detailed level analysis on spacecraft components and subsystems (Avionics, Propulsion, etc.), as well as performing comprehensive modeling on the entire spacecraft thermal system using standardized processes and tools (Thermal Desktop, SINDA/Fluint). Other related responsibilities include providing technical memos and input to data packages to support peer and customer reviews; presenting resultant design and analysis data to the spacecraft design/engineering team, customer technical representatives, and Program Office personnel at technical exchange meetings and formal design reviews; providing review, interpretation, flow down and implementation of all program requirements; providing thermal engineering planning and support for multi-week Thermal Cycle or TVAC and On-Orbit flight data; working interactively with diverse engineering disciplines in a fast-paced environment to develop cost-effective solutions to thermal control requirements which also satisfy producibility objectives defined by Manufacturing and Quality. The employee must develop solutions to complex problems which require the regular use of ingenuity and creativity, and work without appreciable direction and exercise considerable latitude in determining technical objectives and approaches to assignment. The information below reflects the standard job description for this position: Researches, plans, designs and develops mechanical products and systems such as instruments, controls, robots, engines, machines and mechanical, thermal hydraulic or heat transfer systems for production, transmission, measurement, and use of energy. Applies research to the planning, design, development, and testing of mechanical and/or electromechanical systems, instruments, controls, engines, and/or machines. Basic Qualifications • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related technical field, with 3+ years of related experience and may have a post-secondary degree or training in a related discipline. • Thorough knowledge of heat transfer and thermodynamic principles and their practical engineering application. • Experience executing engineering design, analysis, and verification across the product development lifecycle. • Proficiency with CAD and thermal analysis tools (e.g., Creo, Thermal Desktop, ANSYS, or equivalent). • Apply creative and innovative solutions and resolve anomalous performance issues across any component of the thermal system. • Experience with test planning and execution. Desired Skills • Hands on experience with Thermal Desktop and SINDA/FLUINT. • Experience using Python for scripting, data analysis, or model automation. • Familiarity with first order heat transfer hand calculations. • Experience designing spacecraft thermal control systems and hardware. • Strong analytical skills for design and analysis of spacecraft thermal control subsystems, including the ability to lead investigations of complex thermal issues. • Engineering and operational experience with spacecraft thermal control subsystem hardware and software. • Experience with testing thermal hardware in complex systems, both planning and execution or appropriate background and aptitude for skill development. • Exposure to integration and test (I&T) operations, such as MLI blankets installation and inspection of passive/active thermal control features. • Ability and willingness to perform technical tasks during non-standard shifts, including 24/7 Thermal Cycle, TVAC, and launch support, with occasional extended hours. • Skilled in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint). • Excellent technical communication skills, including the ability to document and present analytical results to cross-functional stakeholders. #SpaceFlightScience Pay Information Full-Time Salary Range: $85300.00 - $158300.00 The salary range for this position is as listed on the requisition. Please note that the salary information listed is a general guideline only. Lockheed Martin considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/ training, key skills as well as market(work location) and business considerations when extending an offer. Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Flexible work arrangements and schedules (e.g., 4x10), 401(k) match, Paid time off, Holidays, Parental Leave, EAP, Flexible Spending Accounts, Education Assistance, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability. • Annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs may be offered depending on the position. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and can vary from year to year and are tied to a range of performance metrics. • For (Washington state applicants only) Non-represented full-time employees: accrue at least 10 hours per month of Paid Time Off (PTO) to be used for incidental absences and other reasons; receive at least 90 hours for holidays. Represented full time employees accrue 6.67 hours of Vacation per month; accrue up to 52 hours of sick leave annually; receive at least 96 hours for holidays. PTO, Vacation, sick leave, and holiday hours are prorated based on start date during the calendar year.

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