What is the role? As a Senior Thermal Engineer, you will be responsible for the thermal engineering activities related to spacecraft design, manufacturing, testing, launch, and operations. Your activity may include the design, development, and qualification of EnduroSat generic satellite platforms, and/or satellites for specific customers. You will be part of EnduroSat's system engineering team and you will participate in the full spacecraft lifecycle, from initial design to AIT, launch, and flight operations. You also may be required to participate in technical meetings with customers, under the leadership of the system engineer.
This role is based in Denver, Colorado, where we are building a high-performing and fast-paced team. The position will be primarily on-site and in person at the office.
Some of your daily tasks will include:- Define thermal architecture (radiators blankets heaters etc.)
- Build thermal models
- Compute thermal predictions for flight (hot case, cold case) and TVAC tests
- Correlate models with test results
- Identify test success criteria
- Compute thermal power consumption
- Investigation and closure of all issues related to thermal behavior
What do we look for?- Master of Science in aerospace engineering or mechanical/thermal engineering (or equivalent)
- Excellent technical background in at least satellite Thermal engineering
- Openness to knowledge sharing and willingness to mentor junior engineers
- Understanding the importance of the last-mile delivery
- Have excellent communication skills and a positive attitude
How to stand out?- 5+ years experience in Space programs engineering
- Background in nano satellites and small satellites
- Thorough understanding of mechanical engineering
What do we offer?- Health insurance coverage
- Matching 401k plan
- Collaboration with EnduroSat offices in Sofia, Berlin, and Toulouse, with occasional international travel
Salary range: $110,000 - $160,000 per year. The salary will likely be within this range although it may differ based on experience level or other factors.
