Thermal Analysis Engineer (BT-26201)

Bastion Technologies, Inc.; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Bastion Technologies, Inc. seeks a Thermal Analysis Engineer to support space programs in Houston, TX. The role focuses on developing high-fidelity thermal models, analyzing spacecraft components, and collaborating with design teams to optimize thermal control strategies.

Responsibilities include verification planning, data analysis, and presenting results to internal stakeholders and NASA customers. Requires a engineering degree and 2+ years of related experience.

Qualifications

• Requires US Citizenship or Permanent Resident status.
• Requires 2+ years of related work experience.
• Bachelor's degree in engineering required.
• Experience with thermal analysis for aerospace systems preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain high-fidelity thermal models.
• Perform steady-state and transient analyses for spacecraft components.
• Support thermal verification activities including test planning and data analysis.
• Collaborate to optimize thermal control strategies and participate in design reviews.
• Document results and present findings to NASA customers.

Skills

Thermal analysis

Technical communication

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Tools

Thermal Desktop

COMSOL

Ansys Fluent

Job description

The Thermal Analysis Engineer will support the space program located in Houston, Texas (77058).

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develop and maintain high-fidelity thermal models using tools such as Thermal Desktop and SINDA/FLUINT.
• Perform steady-state and transient thermal analyses for spacecraft components and integrated systems.
• Evaluate thermal performance under various mission phases, including launch, transit, lunar orbit, and quiescent modes.
• Support thermal verification activities, including test planning, data analysis, and model correlation.
• Collaborate with design teams to optimize thermal control strategies (e.g., insulation, heaters, radiators) and provide guidance on thermal considerations.
• Participate in design reviews, technical interchange meetings, and anomaly investigations.
• Document analysis results and present findings to internal stakeholders and NASA customers.
• Reviewing and providing feedback on NASA and vendor thermal designs to ensure compliance with requirements and best practices.
• Other duties as assigned.

REQUIRED:

This position has been posted at multiple levels (must meet minimum level indicated). Depending on the candidate's experience, requirements, and business needs, we reserve the right to consider candidates at any level for which this position has been advertised.

• This position requires US Citizenship or Permanent Resident status due to the sensitivity of customer related information.
• This position requires experience in the space industry or Department of Defense/Department of War.
• Must have a bachelor's degree in the field of engineering.
• Must have a minimum of 2 years of recent and related work experience.
• Experience with thermal analysis tools such as but not limited to Thermal Desktop, COMSOL, Ansys Fluent, or similar industry standard software.
• Proven experience in thermal analysis and design for aerospace systems.
• Strong capability to assess and validate thermal designs for technical accuracy and compliance.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills and the ability to coordinate support from a wide range of technical disciplines.

DESIRED:

• Familiar with JSC organizations, processes, and procedures.
• The ability to coordinate support from a wide range of technical disciplines.
• Experience in design, analysis, testing, certification, and operation of space PTCS systems and components, which may include but are not limited to multilayer insulation (MLI), thermal blankets, surface coatings, radiators, heat pipes, and other passive thermal hardware during pre-launch, flight, and post-landing phases.
• Experience with Thermal Desktop is preferred.
• Familiarity with the Engineering Life Cycle process.

WORK LOCATION:

• This position is located onsite and offers a 9/80 schedule with every other Friday off; some travel may be required.
• Schedules are subject to change based on the requirements of the position and/or customer needs.

BACKGROUND INVESTIGATIONS REQUIRED:

All Bastion employees must be able to pass a national agency check and some positions require clearance and will require an extensive background verification/check process.

DRUG AND ALCOHOL SCREENING REQUIRED:

All Bastion employees must be able to pass a pre-employment drug screen and are required to participate in periodic random drug and alcohol screenings.

STANDARD BASTION REQUIREMENTS:

• Must have experience with Microsoft Office Suite, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and TEAMS.
• All of Bastion's employees must be team players with strong work ethics and must be culture oriented.
• Able to communicate effectively, verbally and in written form, with internal and external customers.
• Able to follow company programs, processes, procedures, practices, requirements, goals, and objectives.
• Must be organized with good time management skills and must be able to work outside normal schedule and adjust schedule to meet peak periods and surge requirements.
• Generally, an office environment, but can involve inside or outside work depending on the task.
• Work may involve sitting or standing for extended periods (90% of the time) and may require lifting and carrying up to 25 lbs. (5% of the time).
• Regular attendance in accordance with an established work schedule is critical.

BASTION BENEFITS:

Bastion offers a wide range of benefits for their full-time employees; medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, disability benefits, life insurance, retirement 401k, vacation, sick pay, holidays, flexible work schedules (when available), along with many other options. We also support career advancement through professional training and development.

ABOUT BASTION:

Bastion offers career opportunities with competitive benefits, exciting possibilities for advancement, and an exceptional work environment; the well-being of our employees is a priority, and our flexibility allows our employees a great work life balance. Our culture is based on strong business ethics, integrity, and professionalism. Our team members are known for their initiative and high-quality work. When it comes to our employees, we value, respect, and help them grow in their careers.

WORKPLACE EXCELLENCE:

At Bastion, we are passionate about our people and our safety culture. Individual thoughts, opinions, and perspectives bring value and help us develop solutions for challenging problems, they make us more inventive, and more resilient.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.

Bastion participates in e-Verify.

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