Thermal Analysis Engineer - Orion Passive Thermal Control Systems

Mclaurin Aerospace; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company within the aerospace sector is seeking a Thermal Analysis Engineer to support NASA's Orion missions. This role involves simulating thermal control systems and developing models for spacecraft hardware. Candidates should possess a degree in Engineering and have experience in thermal analysis, strong technical writing, and communication skills.

Benefits

Competitive pay

Positive work-life balance

100% Employer paid insurance

Generous PTO

401k with match

Education assistance

Relocation assistance

11 paid holidays annually

Qualifications

• Requires Bachelor's degree in Engineering and 2-5 years of experience.
• Experience with Thermal Desktop and programming in FORTRAN is necessary.
• Excellent technical writing and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform analysis on thermal control systems for NASA vehicles.
• Develop thermal models and correlate them to test results.
• Assist with NASA task planning and technical evaluations.

Skills

Thermal analysis

Technical writing

Programming

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

BS degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering

Tools

Thermal Desktop

AutoCAD

FORTRAN

Python

MATLAB

Job description

Are you passionate about human space exploration, understanding the origins of the universe, and working with a passionate and diverse team to make a difference? If you are, we need you!

We need your talent, teamwork, and energy to help us achieve great things that inspire people all over the globe. We need you to bring creative ideas and diverse backgrounds to help us envision, shape, and deliver systems that will enable the exploration of space while benefiting people here on Earth. We are excited about what we do, and we need you on our team as we take on exciting challenges for NASA's pursuits in deep space exploration.

We have an exciting opportunity for a Thermal Analysis Engineer - Orion Passive Thermal Control Systems to join our JETS II contract team at NASA Johnson Space Center in Houston, TX.

If selected you will:

• Perform and guide analysis efforts to:- Simulate and evaluate performance of passive thermal control systems for future NASA vehicles and habitats including the Orion spacecraft and vehicles capable of lunar or Mars missions.
• Develop thermal models of space hardware or test equipment using Thermal Desktop analysis software and first principal models with standard desktop software.
• Correlate thermal models to flight and test results.
• Assisting in day-to-day activities including internal NASA JSC task and work package planning, technical evaluations, hardware development and verification, reviewing and providing input related to products and documentation to partners and programs.
• Work to provide solutions to problems that arise during hardware development and on-orbit operation phases. Assisting in the identification of anomalies and providing engineering recommendations, as required, for resolution of associated issues.
• Participation in various aspects of integration of the Orion vehicle systems and vehicles Orion docks with, including technical reviews, operation plans, review of contractor provided data to close technical requirements, including waivers and exceptions.
• Provide passive thermal control guidance supporting a broad range of inter-disciplinary - development, design, test, and verification activities, including Program boards, panels, working groups, problem resolution teams, and other technical forums to ensure hardware performance meets all specified requirements.
• Support testing and inspection activities at vehicle build site
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

This position has been posted at multiple levels. 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.

• Typically requires a bachelor's degree in Engineering and a minimum of 2-5 years of experience in the field or in a related area.
• Proficient with Thermal Desktop/SINDA/AutoCAD.
• Experience with programming in FORTRAN.
• Experience working with complex, vehicle level models with multiple system interactions
• Excellent technical writing skills and the ability to use data to draw conclusions and - support the conclusions when challenged.
• Excellent presentation skills.
• Demonstrate excellent communication skills in a team environment.

Preferred Qualifications:

• BS degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering from an accredited engineering school.
• Minimum of 5 years of engineering analysis experience related to passive thermal control systems.
• Experience with developing and reviewing thermal simulation models of spacecraft hardware and systems at varying levels of fidelity ranging from detailed, first-principal - models to more descriptive lumped-parameter models.
• Experience with thermal requirements definition and validation of space flight hardware.
• Knowledge of programming in one or more of the following: Python or MATLAB

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Positive work-life balance
• 100% Employer paid insurance including: Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment, short-term disability, and long-term disability
• 11 paid holidays annually
• Generous PTO
• 401k after 12 months of service with employer match
• Education assistance
• Relocation assistance (if applicable)

Mclaurin is a unique organization with a special focus on combining the best features of research and industry in order to foster innovation. Our organization strongly supports research, publication, and engagement with the academic community. We encourage our employees to remain on the cutting edge of new developments in their respective disciplines.

US Citizenship and the ability to pass a comprehensive security background investigation is required.

Mclaurin is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.