Senior Thermal Analyst - Advanced Heat Transfer Modeling

Anduril-1; Waltham (MA); On-site; USD 146,000 - 194,000; Full time

Job summary

Anduril Industries in Lexington, MA seeks a Senior Thermal Analyst to own thermal design aspects across hardware programs. You will develop analytical models, perform CFD/thermal analysis, and correlate predictions with test results to drive rapid prototyping of advanced systems.

The role requires 7+ years in thermal analysis, MS or higher in engineering or applied physics, and experience with STAR-CCM+, ANSYS, or similar tools. Ability to obtain/maintain a U.S. Secret clearance is required.

Qualifications

• MS or higher in engineering or applied physics with heat transfer and fluid dynamics focus.
• 7+ years in thermal/thermo-physics analysis roles.
• Thermal FEA experience with STAR-CCM+, ANSYS, Icepak or Flotherm.
• Proficiency in MATLAB or Python for analytical modeling and data processing.
• Ability to perform test-model correlation and parameter characterization.

Responsibilities

• Perform thermal analyses and own thermal design aspects across hardware programs.
• Develop analytical models and CFD simulations for temperature prediction.
• Correlate analysis with test data and support hardware testing.
• Prepare technical reports for internal teams and external customers.
• Collaborate with environmental test engineers for testing and data processing.
• Stay current with advancements in thermal analysis techniques and standards.

Skills

First principles analysis

Thermal analysis

FEM/FEA modeling

MATLAB/Python

Independent work

team collaboration

Education

MS or higher in engineering or applied physics

Tools

STAR-CCM+

ANSYS

Icepak

Flotherm

CAD

Job description

Anduril Industries in Lexington, MA seeks a Senior Thermal Analyst to own thermal design aspects across hardware programs. You will develop analytical models, perform CFD/thermal analysis, and correlate predictions with test results to drive rapid prototyping of advanced systems.

The role requires 7+ years in thermal analysis, MS or higher in engineering or applied physics, and experience with STAR-CCM+, ANSYS, or similar tools. Ability to obtain/maintain a U.S. Secret clearance is required.