Experienced Thermal Product Design Engineer

Boeing; El Segundo (CA); On-site; USD 111,000 - 151,000; Full time

Job summary

Boeing Defense, Space & Security in El Segundo, CA seeks an Experienced Thermal Product Design Engineer to design thermal products for space programs, applying mechanical and thermal analyses and leveraging 3-D CAD tools.

You will develop system requirements, document designs, manage supplier activities, and pursue new design approaches to meet program goals.

Candidates should have 5+ years in mechanical or aerospace engineering and be eligible for a US security clearance; relocation is possible.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering (with a focus on Mechanical, Civil, Aerospace Aeronautical or Material Sciences)
• 5+ years’ experience in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering
• 3+ years’ experience with structural design or the design of mechanical sub-systems or components
• 3+ years of experience with subsystem engineering, including harness, thermal protection system, and/or prop feedlines/layout subsystems
• 1+ year of experience working with cross-functional or cross-organizational teams to develop and implement plans, schedules, or solutions
• 1 + year of experience with schedule and budget management, stakeholder communication, as well as understanding of execution of program planning to ensure cost, schedule and requirements are met
• 2+ years of experience with designing and installing multi-layer insulation blankets
• Effective time management, communication, technical writing, presentation development, facilitation, and organizational skills

Responsibilities

• Develop, integrate and document mechanical and fluid system and thermal environment requirements to establish the system design
• Develop, maintain, or modify mechanical and fluid system, component and installation designs, using 3-D Computer Aided Engineering tools and/or other design methods, to provide product definition to other engineering groups, production operations, suppliers and external customers throughout the product lifecycle
• Perform, integrate and document mechanical, fluid and thermal analyses and test results to validate and verify systems and components meet requirements and specifications
• Manage supplier development, test and production activities and coordinate with the supplier to optimize the design and achieve program goals
• Develop new design/analysis processes and tools to improve effectiveness, quality and efficiency of the development effort
• Investigate emerging technologies to develop concepts for future product designs to meet projected requirements

Skills

5+ years experience in Mechanical or I

Education

Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering (with a focus on Mechanical, Civil, Aerospace Aeronautical or Material Sciences)

Tools

3-D CAD tools

Job description

Job DescriptionAt Boeing, we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. We’re committed to fostering an environment for every teammate that’s welcoming, respectful and inclusive, with great opportunity for professional growth. Find your future with us.

At Boeing, we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. We’re committed to fostering an environment for every teammate that’s welcoming, respectful and inclusive, with great opportunity for professional growth. Find your future with us.

Boeing Defense, Space & Security (BDS) team is seeking an Experienced Thermal Product Design Engineer located in El Segundo, CA.

This candidate will design Thermal Products (Multi-Layer Insulation and Protection) to meet mechanical system requirements and establish mechanical systems design for Government and Commercial Satellite Programs.

Ideal candidate should have a background in thermal and mechanical systems designs and analysis in space applications.

Position Responsibilities

• Develop, integrate and document mechanical and fluid system and thermal environment requirements to establish the system design
• Develop, maintain, or modify mechanical and fluid system, component and installation designs, using 3-D Computer Aided Engineering tools and/or other design methods, to provide product definition to other engineering groups, production operations, suppliers and external customers throughout the product lifecycle
• Perform, integrate and document mechanical, fluid and thermal analyses and test results to validate and verify systems and components meet requirements and specifications
• Manage supplier development, test and production activities and coordinate with the supplier to optimize the design and achieve program goals
• Develop new design/analysis processes and tools to improve effectiveness, quality and efficiency of the development effort
• Investigate emerging technologies to develop concepts for future product designs to meet projected requirements

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience)

• This position requires the ability to obtain a US Security Clearance for which the US Government requires US Citizenship as a condition of employment.
• Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering (with a focus on Mechanical, Civil, Aerospace Aeronautical or Material Sciences)
• 5+ years’ experience in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering
• 3+ years’ experience with structural design or the design of mechanical sub-systems or components
• 3+ years of experience with subsystem engineering, including harness, thermal protection system, and/or prop feedlines/layout subsystems

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience)

• 1+ year of experience working with cross-functional or cross-organizational teams to develop and implement plans, schedules, or solutions
• 1 + year of experience with schedule and budget management, stakeholder communication, as well as understanding of execution of program planning to ensure cost, schedule and requirements are met
• 2+ years of experience with designing and installing multi-layer insulation blankets
• Effective time management, communication, technical writing, presentation development, facilitation, and organizational skills

Conflict of Interest

Successful candidates for this job must satisfy the Company’s Conflict of Interest (COI) assessment process.

Drug Free Workplace

Boeing is a Drug Free Workplace where post offer applicants and employees are subject to testing for marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines, PCP, and alcohol when criteria is met as outlined in our policies.

Pay & Benefits

At Boeing, we strive to deliver a Total Rewards package that will attract, engage and retain the top talent. Elements of the Total Rewards package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities.

The Boeing Company also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work.

The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.

Pay is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

Summary pay range for Experienced (Level 3): $111,350.00 - $150,650.00

Applications for this position will be accepted until Sept. 30, 2026

Export Control Requirements

This position must meet U.S. export control compliance requirements. To meet U.S. export control compliance requirements, a “U.S. Person” as defined by 22 C.F.R.

• 120.62 is required. “U.S. Person” includes U.S. Citizen, U.S. National, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.

Export Control Details

US based job, US Person required

Education

Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent Required

Relocation

This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility.

Security Clearance

This position requires the ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance for which the U.S. Government requires U.S. Citizenship. A current Tier 5(T5), formerly known as a Single Scope Background Investigation (SSBI) (U.S. Citizenship required) or requires candidate agreed to enter a Continuous Evaluation program Post-Start is required.

Visa Sponsorship

Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.

Shift

This position is for 1st shift

Equal Opportunity Employer

Boeing is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.