Senior Thermal Systems Engineer - Propulsion & CFD

Astro Mechanica; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) program

Self-managed and flexible time-off policy

Flexible work environment

Job summary

Astro Mechanica, based in San Francisco, is looking for a Thermal Management System Designer to take ownership of system design from concept to production. The role requires generating CAD models, architecting thermal systems, and optimizing components through CFD analysis. Ideal candidates will have over 5 years of experience in complex thermal environments and be proficient in CAD modeling. The position comes with comprehensive benefits, including a flexible time-off policy, emphasizing in-office collaboration.

Qualifications

• 5+ years hands-on experience in propulsion or complex thermal environments.
• Proficient in CAD modeling and GD&T.
• Strong understanding of thermodynamics, heat transfer, and fluid behavior.

Responsibilities

• Generate CAD models and detailed engineering drawings.
• Architect thermal systems and develop fluid network models.
• Conduct hand calculations and computational tools to optimize components.

Skills

Thermal system design

CAD modeling (Siemens NX)

Thermodynamics

Fluid behavior

CFD analysis

Job description

Astro Mechanica, based in San Francisco, is looking for a Thermal Management System Designer to take ownership of system design from concept to production. The role requires generating CAD models, architecting thermal systems, and optimizing components through CFD analysis. Ideal candidates will have over 5 years of experience in complex thermal environments and be proficient in CAD modeling. The position comes with comprehensive benefits, including a flexible time-off policy, emphasizing in-office collaboration.