Spacecraft Thermal Analysis Engineer: Deep-Space Modeling

Craig Technologies; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Craig Technologies in Houston, TX is seeking an innovative Thermal Analysis Engineer to join our aerospace team. You will perform detailed thermal modeling, simulations, and environmental verification for spacecraft and systems destined for cislunar missions.

The role requires building high-fidelity models, planning TVAC tests, and collaborating with design, structural, and test teams to ensure reliability across deep-space thermal environments.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience in aerospace thermal control systems.
• Experience with spacecraft thermal modeling, simulation, and heat transfer.
• Proficiency with Thermal Desktop (SINDA/FLUINT) or equivalent tools.

Responsibilities

• Conduct detailed thermal analyses of spacecraft systems, subsystems, and payloads across mission phases.
• Develop and validate high-fidelity thermal models against test data and telemetry.
• Plan and execute environmental test campaigns, including Thermal Vacuum testing.
• Collaborate with design, structural, systems, and test teams to optimize thermal management.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Adaptability

Team collaboration

Education

Aerospace/Mechanical Engineering degree

Tools

Thermal Desktop (SINDA/FLUINT)

Job description

Craig Technologies in Houston, TX is seeking an innovative Thermal Analysis Engineer to join our aerospace team. You will perform detailed thermal modeling, simulations, and environmental verification for spacecraft and systems destined for cislunar missions.

The role requires building high-fidelity models, planning TVAC tests, and collaborating with design, structural, and test teams to ensure reliability across deep-space thermal environments.