Senior Spacecraft Thermodynamics & Fluids Engineer

General Atomics; Englewood (CO); On-site; USD 98,000 - 171,000; Full time

Job summary

General Atomics Electromagnetic Systems (GA-EMS) seeks a seasoned Spacecraft Thermodynamics/Fluids Engineer to support satellite systems from Englewood, CO. This role demands leadership in thermodynamics analyses, propulsion fluid dynamics, and cross‑disciplinary collaboration across engineering teams.

The successful candidate will mentor engineers, develop innovative fluid solutions, and contribute to program decisions, with a strong emphasis on reliability in space environments and applicable

Qualifications

• Bachelors with 6+ years, Masters with 4+ years or PhD with 2+ years; equivalent experience considered.
• Expert-level knowledge of fluid dynamics, thermodynamics, heat transfer, and materials science for spacecraft systems.
• Proficiency in Star-CCM+ or similar advanced fluid simulation tools.
• Strong background in spacecraft design and operations with focus on fluid system reliability in space.
• Top-Secret/SCI DoD clearance is required.

Responsibilities

• Analyze spacecraft fluid systems and propulsion components.
• Lead analysis and optimization of spacecraft fluid systems, including propulsion and aerophysics.
• Perform advanced simulations of fluid behavior in zero-G and extreme conditions.
• Develop and validate fluid system designs for current and future spacecraft.
• Provide technical leadership and mentoring to engineers.
• Prepare technical reports and presentations for stakeholders.

Skills

Fluid dynamics

Thermodynamics

Heat transfer

Materials science

Propulsion systems

Spacecraft design

Leadership

Project management

Mentoring

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Master's degree in engineering

PhD in engineering

Tools

Star-CCM+

Job description

General Atomics Electromagnetic Systems (GA-EMS) seeks a seasoned Spacecraft Thermodynamics/Fluids Engineer to support satellite systems from Englewood, CO. This role demands leadership in thermodynamics analyses, propulsion fluid dynamics, and cross‑disciplinary collaboration across engineering teams.

The successful candidate will mentor engineers, develop innovative fluid solutions, and contribute to program decisions, with a strong emphasis on reliability in space environments and applicable