Senior Thermal & Ablation Engineering Analyst

Ursa Major; Fort Collins (CO); On-site; USD 128,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Unlimited PTO

Paid Parental and Adoptive Leave

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance

Tax Advantage Accounts (HSA/FSA)

Employer Paid Short and Long Term/Dis/

Additional Benefit Options including;

EAP Program

401k with Company Match

Equity Grants in the Company

Job summary

Ursa Major is seeking a Senior Thermal/Ablation Analyst to perform high‑fidelity thermal analyses for propulsion systems. You will work with design, manufacturing, and test teams to support development, qualification, and production programs.

You will develop and validate analytical models using Thermal Desktop, SINDA/FLUINT, and ITRAC, assess insulation and ablative materials, correlate predictions with test data, and contribute to design reviews and continuous improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or related field.
• 4+ years of experience in thermal analysis of aerospace components.
• Proficiency in finite element and computational thermal analysis tools.
• Strong understanding of heat transfer principles, thermal expansion, and high‑temperature material behavior.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and test data.

Responsibilities

• Conduct thermal modeling and analysis for components and systems under extreme operating conditions.
• Perform transient and steady‑state thermal analyses to evaluate heat transfer, thermal gradients, and material response.
• Develop and validate analytical models using industry‑standard software (e.g., Thermal Desktop, SINDA/FLUINT, ITRAC).
• Assess insulation performance, ablative material behavior, and thermal protection system effectiveness utilizing analytical tools and hands‑on inspection methods.
• Correlate analytical predictions with test data and refine models accordingly.
• Work with design and manufacturing teams to optimize thermal performance and ensure feasibility.
• Prepare technical reports, presentations, and documentation for internal and external stakeholders.
• Participate in design reviews, failure investigations, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Finite element analysis

Thermal analysis

Heat transfer

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering

Master’s degree in a relevant engineering discipline

Tools

Thermal Desktop

SINDA/FLUINT

ITRAC

Job description

Ursa Major is seeking a Senior Thermal/Ablation Analyst to perform high‑fidelity thermal analyses for propulsion systems. You will work with design, manufacturing, and test teams to support development, qualification, and production programs.

You will develop and validate analytical models using Thermal Desktop, SINDA/FLUINT, and ITRAC, assess insulation and ablative materials, correlate predictions with test data, and contribute to design reviews and continuous improvement initiatives.