Mid-Level Thermal Engineer

Protingent; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 130,000 - 155,000; Full time

Job summary

Protingent Staffing is seeking a Mid-Level Thermal Engineer for direct hire, located in Washington, DC at the Naval Research Laboratory onsite. The role requires a Secret clearance and US citizenship, with responsibilities spanning analytical thermal modeling, aerothermal analysis, and design support to optimize thermal performance for aerospace systems.

You will validate models against data, perform CFD analyses, and develop documentation for government programs, ensuring compliance with

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in thermal and aerothermal design and analysis for aerospace applications.
• Proficiency with thermal analysis software packages including TRASYS, SINDA/Fluint, and Thermal Desktop.
• Experience with FORTRAN and Python for scripting, automation, or model development.
• Working knowledge of STAR CCM+, HEEDS, and Cart3D.
• Strong understanding of thermal modeling techniques, heat transfer principles, and system level integration.

Responsibilities

• Develop analytical thermal models for aerospace systems, including transient and steady-state analyses.
• Perform detailed thermal and aerothermal analyses using industry-standard tools.
• Validate analytical models through test data, simulations, and comparative methods.
• Support design teams by providing thermal performance predictions and recommending design improvements.
• Apply Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) methods to analyze aerothermal loads, heating environments, and system performance.
• Prepare technical documentation, analysis reports, and presentation materials.
• Ensure all work adheres to government procurement practices, regulations, and program requirements

Skills

Thermal modeling

Aerospace analysis

System integration

Tools

TRASYS

SINDA/Fluint

Thermal Desktop

FORTRAN

Python

STAR CCM+

HEEDS

Cart3D

Job description

Position Title:

Mid-Level Thermal Engineer

Position Description:

Protingent Staffing has an exciting direct-hire Mid-Level Thermal Engineer opportunity.

Job Responsibilities:

• Develop analytical thermal models for aerospace systems, including transient and steady-state analyses.
• Perform detailed thermal and aerothermal analyses using industry-standard tools.
• Validate analytical models through test data, simulations, and comparative methods.
• Support design teams by providing thermal performance predictions and recommending design improvements.
• Apply Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) methods to analyze aerothermal loads, heating environments, and system performance.
• Prepare technical documentation, analysis reports, and presentation materials.
• Ensure all work adheres to government procurement practices, regulations, and program requirements

Job Qualifications:

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in thermal and aerothermal design and analysis for aerospace applications.
• Proficiency with thermal analysis software packages including TRASYS, SINDA/Fluint, and Thermal Desktop.
• Experience with FORTRAN and Python for scripting, automation, or model development.
• Working knowledge of STAR CCM+, HEEDS, and Cart3D.
• Strong understanding of thermal modeling techniques, heat transfer principles, and system level integration.

Preferred Job Qualifications:

• Experience using CFD for aerothermal prediction and system-level analysis.
• Background in passive and active two phase heat transfer systems.
• Familiarity with thermal protection systems for reentry applications.
• Experience supporting government programs, including knowledge of procurement regulations and compliance requirements.

Job Details:

• Job Type: Direct Hire
• Salary Rate Range:$130,000-$155,000
• Location: Washington, DC - Naval Research Laboratory (Onsite)
• Required US Citizen and Active Secret clearance required with ability to obtain TS/SCI..

About Protingent:

Protingent is a niche provider of top Engineering and IT talent to Software, Electronics, Medical Device, Telecom, and Aerospace companies nationwide. Protingent exists to make a positive impact and contribution to the lives of others as well as our community by providing relevant, rewarding, and exciting work opportunities for our candidates.