Spacecraft Thermal Engineer — Equity & Impact

Apex Technology, Inc.; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity participation

100% company-paid healthcare

Comprehensive PTO package

Competitive 401(k) plan

8 weeks paid parental leave

Daily catered lunch

Vibrant community activities

High-quality work setup

Modern office environment

Job summary

Apex Technology, Inc. is seeking a Thermal Engineer to design and optimize thermal systems for spacecraft. The role focuses on modeling, testing, and cross-functional collaboration to enhance satellite thermal subsystems. Candidates should have experience in thermal modeling, testing, and hardware integration. Additionally, the position offers equity, comprehensive healthcare, competitive PTO, and a vibrant work environment in Playa Vista, California. Join us in transforming access to space!

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in thermal modeling of spacecraft systems.
• Strong understanding of thermal margin definitions.
• Experience with thermal cycling and vacuum testing.

Responsibilities

• Develop spacecraft-level thermal models using Ansys Thermal Desktop.
• Collaborate with engineers to optimize thermal control systems.
• Plan and manage thermal testing campaigns.

Skills

Thermal modeling

Thermal vacuum testing

Aerospace thermal control standards

Collaboration

Python

Tools

ANSYS Thermal Desktop

Siemens NX

Teamcenter

Job description

Apex Technology, Inc. is seeking a Thermal Engineer to design and optimize thermal systems for spacecraft. The role focuses on modeling, testing, and cross-functional collaboration to enhance satellite thermal subsystems. Candidates should have experience in thermal modeling, testing, and hardware integration. Additionally, the position offers equity, comprehensive healthcare, competitive PTO, and a vibrant work environment in Playa Vista, California. Join us in transforming access to space!