Thermal Engineer I/II

ExoTerra Resource; Littleton (CO); On-site; USD 75,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary annual bonus

PTO (paid time off)

Health benefits

Comprehensive compensation package

Job summary

ExoTerra is seeking a full-time Thermal Engineer to lead design, analysis, and testing tasks related to Hall-effect thrusters, propellant flow control, and electronic power systems. The role involves performing thermal analyses from components to spacecraft, supporting multiple programs, and delivering clear analysis reports to customers.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering, a strong math background, and excellent communication skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering or higher.
• Solid foundation in calculus, linear algebra, differential equations.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform thermal analyses of spacecraft systems to support design and verify requirements.
• Provide thermal support for multiple programs simultaneously.
• Interface with customers, present analysis results, and prepare reports for delivery.
• Support thermal testing of components and propulsion systems.
• Correlate thermal models with test data and sign off flight hardware when appropriate.
• Contribute to process improvements and cross-team collaboration.

Skills

Strong mathematical foundation

Strong written/verbal communication

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering

Tools

Thermal Desktop

Job description

ExoTerra is a world leader in solar electric propulsion systems and space exploration satellites. The company develops Hall Thrusters, propulsion modules, microsatellites, and launch vehicle upper stages. The company is growing rapidly and has been awarded multiple propulsion module and satellite contracts.

Job Summary

ExoTerra is seeking a full-time Thermal Engineer. The hired employee will be responsible for completing design, analysis, and test tasks as they relate to Hall-effect Thrusters, xenon and krypton propellant flow control systems, and electronic power systems.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Perform thermal analyses, in accordance with industry standards, of systems ranging from components to entire spacecraft, in order to support design development, verify customer requirements, and ensure functionality in thermally stressing space environments
• Provide thermal support for multiple programs simultaneously
• Understand customer-specified requirements, interface with customers, present analysis results to customers in design reviews, and prepare reports of analysis results for delivery to customers
• Support thermal testing of components and propulsion systems
• Correlate thermal models to test data
• Support signoff of flight hardware for delivery to customers
• Contribute to process and efficiency improvements
• Communicate and collaborate effectively with various teams, including program management, design, manufacturing, analysis, etc.

Required Qualifications and Skills

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering
• Strong mathematical foundation (calculus, linear algebra, differential equations, etc.)
• Strong written/verbal communication skills

Desired Qualifications and Skills

• Experience with Thermal Desktop analysis software
• Knowledge of principles of heat transfer and thermodynamics
• Experience with spacecraft thermal analysis
• Experience with thermal vacuum testing
• Experience with space or satellite hardware

Export Control / Compliance Requirements

To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.

Competitive salary range: $75,000 - $125,000 (dependent on experience, skills, and location)

This range reflects base salary only and does not include benefits or bonus/incentive. This range may be adjusted in the future.

ExoTerra offers a comprehensive total compensation package, which includes competitive salary, a discretionary annual bonus plan, paid time off (PTO), a comprehensive health benefit package, and various other benefits. When you join our team, you're not just an employee; you become part of a dynamic community dedicated to innovation and excellence.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

ExoTerra is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.

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