Senior Thermal Systems Modeling Engineer

Jobtailor; Torrance (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor in Torrance, CA seeks an experienced engineer to develop and refine ECS performance models for complex air and vapor cycle systems, validating steady-state requirements and optimizing runtime performance.

You will conduct thermodynamic, heat transfer, and fluid mechanics analyses to optimize system performance, define KPIs, and coordinate cross-functional work while supporting system integration testing across facilities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a technical discipline (engineering, physical sciences, or mathematics).
• 5+ years of experience in mechanical, chemical, or related engineering fields with emphasis on thermal management modeling.
• Strong knowledge of system design principles, integration, and testing methodologies.
• Proficiency with systems modeling tools: NPSS, SysML, MATLAB.
• Experience in physics-based AI/ML model development.
• Experience in advanced thermal management and vapor cycle systems design.
• Experience in mechanical engineering thermal simulations, system modeling and analysis, and system integration testing.
• Familiarity with regulatory standards and compliance requirements.
• Ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams and manage multiple priorities.
• Must be a U.S. Person: a U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident, or have protected status in the U.S.

Responsibilities

• Develop and refine ECS performance models and simulations for complex air and vapor cycle systems.
• Conduct thermodynamic, heat transfer, and fluid mechanics analyses to optimize system performance.
• Define system- and equipment-level KPIs and generate associated requirements.
• Create and maintain system-level steady-state models with runtime optimization and documentation.
• Coordinate modeling processes and handoffs between internal and external stakeholders.
• Communicate with chief engineering and technical management.
• Support system integration testing, including test model definition, data processing and model calibration.

Skills

Thermal management modeling

System-level modeling

Heat transfer analysis

Thermodynamics

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or physical sciences

Tools

NPSS

SysML

MATLAB

Job description

Jobtailor in Torrance, CA seeks an experienced engineer to develop and refine ECS performance models for complex air and vapor cycle systems, validating steady-state requirements and optimizing runtime performance.

You will conduct thermodynamic, heat transfer, and fluid mechanics analyses to optimize system performance, define KPIs, and coordinate cross-functional work while supporting system integration testing across facilities.