Thermal Engineer

Sceye; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Sceye seeks a Thermal Engineer to design, analyze, and optimize thermal systems for its high-altitude platforms. On-site in Albuquerque, NM, you will model heat transfer, select materials, and work with mechanical, electrical, and systems engineers to ensure integrated performance.

You will validate designs through simulations and ground tests, document results, and contribute to continuous improvement of thermal tools and practices in a fast-paced aerospace environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering.
• Strong experience in thermal analysis for aerospace or complex systems.
• Ability to interpret test data and correlate models.
• Experience with cross-functional teams.
• Familiarity with thermal modeling tools.

Responsibilities

• Perform detailed thermal analyses and modeling.
• Design and optimize thermal control architectures.
• Validate designs via simulation and testing.
• Collaborate with mechanical, electrical, and systems teams.
• Document results and support flight tests.

Skills

Thermal Analysis

Heat Transfer

Thermal Management

Modeling & Simulation

Cross-functional collaboration

Data analysis

Written & verbal communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace Engineering

Tools

ANSYS

Thermal Desktop

FEA software

Job description

Company Description Sceye, founded in 2014, is an aerospace company pioneering High-Altitude Platform Systems (HAPS) to connect communities and protect the environment. With more than 20 successful flights, Sceye is building a new infrastructure layer between terrestrial and space systems. Its platforms expand broadband connectivity, support real-time detection and management of climate-related disasters, and enable precise environmental monitoring. The company collaborates closely with federal, state, and commercial partners to develop solutions with meaningful social and environmental impact. Team members contribute to technology that aims to improve life on Earth while advancing next-generation aerospace systems.
Role Description The Thermal Engineer will work on-site in Albuquerque, NM in a full-time capacity, focusing on the thermal design and performance of Sceye’s high-altitude platforms and related systems. Day-to-day responsibilities include performing detailed thermal analyses, modeling heat transfer mechanisms, and developing thermal management solutions for components and subsystems. The role involves designing and optimizing thermal control systems, selecting materials and insulation strategies, and collaborating with mechanical, electrical, and systems engineering teams to ensure integrated performance. The Thermal Engineer will validate designs through simulation, testing, and data analysis, support troubleshooting during ground and flight tests, and document technical results and design decisions. This position also includes contributing to continuous improvement of thermal design tools, methods, and best practices.
Qualifications

• Candidates should possess strong skills in Thermal Analysis and Thermal Engineering for aerospace or complex technical systems.
• Candidates should possess applied expertise in Heat Transfer and Thermal Management, including conduction, convection, and radiation.
• Candidates should possess experience in Thermal System Design, including modeling, simulation, and optimization of thermal control architectures.
• Candidates should possess proficiency with relevant thermal modeling and simulation tools (e.g., ANSYS, Thermal Desktop, or similar) and data analysis software.
• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related discipline, or equivalent practical experience.
• Ability to interpret test data, correlate models to test results, and clearly communicate findings in written reports and presentations.
• Experience working in cross-functional engineering teams and collaborating on integrated systems is highly beneficial.
• Background in aerospace, high-altitude platforms, satellites, or related thermal systems is a plus.