Senior Thermal Engineer – Space Hardware & Quantum Tech

Infleqtion Inc.; Louisville (CO); Hybrid; USD 160,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary range: 160,000 to 200,000 USD/year

100% company-paid medical, dental, vision insurance

Unlimited PTO

401(k) match

Equity Package

Job summary

A leading quantum technology firm is seeking a highly experienced thermal analyst for their Louisville, CO office. The role focuses on maintaining temperature limits for quantum sensing operations in space and involves hands-on engineering, collaboration across disciplines, and responsibilities from design to integration. Candidates should have a relevant degree, 6+ years of experience, and be comfortable with advanced technologies. Benefits include competitive salary and comprehensive health coverage.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of relevant experience in similar roles.
• Experience installing MLI and bonding heaters using ASTM‑E595 approved materials.
• Hands on engineer with experience building both EDU and flight hardware.

Responsibilities

• Update the existing system-level thermal model for space constraints.
• Conduct regular technical discussions and model reviews.
• Develop and test EDU thermal designs for microgravity environments.
• Present progress and results to senior management.

Skills

Thermal design

Collimator design

Tolerance analysis

Opto-mechanics

AI utilization

Education

Bachelor's degree in thermal design or related field

Master’s or PhD degree in aerospace mechanical engineering

Job description

A leading quantum technology firm is seeking a highly experienced thermal analyst for their Louisville, CO office. The role focuses on maintaining temperature limits for quantum sensing operations in space and involves hands-on engineering, collaboration across disciplines, and responsibilities from design to integration. Candidates should have a relevant degree, 6+ years of experience, and be comfortable with advanced technologies. Benefits include competitive salary and comprehensive health coverage.