Spacecraft Thermal Engineer for Mission Solutions

Umbra Lab, Inc.; Reston (VA); On-site; USD 135,000 - 175,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Time Off

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance

401k with company contribution

Stock Options

Free lunch daily

Job summary

Umbra Lab, Inc. is seeking a Spacecraft Thermal Engineer in Reston, VA. This role involves creating thermal analysis models to inform spacecraft design, running on-orbit thermal analyses, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams. Ideal candidates have a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Physics, 3-5+ years of relevant experience, and proficiency with thermal analysis tools. Compensation ranges from $135,000 to $175,000 based on experience. Benefits include flexible time off and comprehensive health coverage.

Qualifications

• 3-5+ years experience in thermal engineering, preferably in aerospace.
• Experience developing thermal models for spacecraft.
• Hands-on experience with TVAC testing.

Responsibilities

• Create spacecraft thermal analysis models to inform design.
• Run on-orbit thermal analysis of spacecraft.
• Provide thermal engineering support to other teams.

Skills

Thermal engineering

First-principles analysis

Collaboration

Thermal vacuum testing

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor of Science in Engineering or Physics

Tools

Thermal Desktop

Icepak

Job description

Umbra Lab, Inc. is seeking a Spacecraft Thermal Engineer in Reston, VA. This role involves creating thermal analysis models to inform spacecraft design, running on-orbit thermal analyses, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams. Ideal candidates have a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Physics, 3-5+ years of relevant experience, and proficiency with thermal analysis tools. Compensation ranges from $135,000 to $175,000 based on experience. Benefits include flexible time off and comprehensive health coverage.