Senior Spacecraft Thermal Analysis Engineer

Axiom Space; Georgia; On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Axiom Space is seeking a Senior Thermal Analysis Engineer to develop and analyze spacecraft thermal models using SINDA/FLUINT and Thermal Desktop. You will design thermal control solutions for station subsystems, select materials, and validate models with test data under NASA standards.

Collaborate with cross-functional teams, participate in design reviews, document findings, and provide regular updates to leadership while ensuring compliance and contributing to mission success.

Qualifications

• Bachelor Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering or related field; 4+ years of equipment specification experience.
• 4+ years of experience with spacecraft thermal analysis.
• Experienced with, and comfortable performing hand or spreadsheet calculations.
• Experience with thermal testing and thermal math model validation.
• Experience with MLI and DraftSight is desirable.
• Experience in CAD software such as SolidWorks, SpaceClaim.
• Strong problem-solving abilities and proactive approach.
• Demonstrated time management and organization skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and run component and spacecraft thermal math models (using software like SINDA/FLUINT, Thermal Desktop) to predict spacecraft temperature distributions during different mission phases.
• Design active and passive thermal control elements for station subsystems as part of providing solutions to thermal problems.
• Select and specify thermal materials, including thermal interface materials.
• Evaluate the effects of external space environments on the spacecraft and provide recommendations.
• Correlate test data with analytical models to improve accuracy.
• Write technical reports and document thermal analysis results.
• Ensure analysis compliance with NASA standards and requirements.
• Participate in internal and external design reviews and provide recommendations for thermal improvements.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define project scope, goals, and deliverables.
• Communicate project progress, status, and potential issues to stakeholders and leadership.

Skills

Thermal analysis

Mathematical modeling

Problem solving

Cross-functional collaboration

Time management

Education

Bachelor degree in Mechanical or Chemical Engineering or related field

Tools

SINDA/FLUINT

Thermal Desktop

SolidWorks

SpaceClaim

DraftSight

Job description

Axiom Space is seeking a Senior Thermal Analysis Engineer to develop and analyze spacecraft thermal models using SINDA/FLUINT and Thermal Desktop. You will design thermal control solutions for station subsystems, select materials, and validate models with test data under NASA standards.

Collaborate with cross-functional teams, participate in design reviews, document findings, and provide regular updates to leadership while ensuring compliance and contributing to mission success.