Thermal Engineer (II or III)

InvestedintheMission; Laguna Beach (CA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off & holidays

Equity participation

Job summary

True Anomaly seeks a creative Thermal Engineer to develop new spacecraft, collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to rapidly design and produce thermal systems for space missions.

The role covers thermal analysis, heater/radiator sizing, and integration with mechanical, electrical, and software teams. On-site work in Centennial, CO or Long Beach, CA with competitive compensation and equity participation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or equivalent.
• 2+ years of space thermal analysis and design experience.
• Proven excellence in thermal vacuum testing and model correlation.
• Thermal experience with spacecraft subcomponents (optical payloads, mechanisms, structures).
• Experience with Thermal Desktop and SolidWorks.
• Excellent written and verbal communication; strong teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Work with a product focused team including mechanical, electrical, software, and automation engineers to rapidly develop revolutionary thermal designs.
• Perform integrated thermal analysis to determine heater/radiator sizing and external coatings required to maintain all elements of the SV in thermal limits.
• Perform thermal detailed analysis over variety of design reference missions (DRM’s).
• Design and help develop detail piece part and assembly drawings for heaters, MLI, and other thermal control components.
• Assist with electronic board level thermal analysis.
• Coordinate thermal interfaces between subsystems.
• Support Thermal Vacuum and Thermal Cycle testing.
• Support on orbit operations.

Skills

Space thermal analysis

Thermal design

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Thermal testing

Education

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or equivalent

Tools

Thermal Desktop

SolidWorks

Job description

Space is a warfighting domain. True Anomaly seeks those with the talent and ambition to build the technology that secures it.

OUR MISSION

True Anomaly delivers decisive capabilities for space superiority. We build autonomous spacecraft, advanced payloads, mission software, and space-based interceptors — enabling the U.S. and its Allies to secure the space environment and counter threats from the ultimate high ground.

OUR VALUES

• Be the offset.We create asymmetric advantages with creativity and ingenuity.
• What would it take? We challenge assumptions to deliver ambitious results.
• It’s the people. Our team is our competitive advantage and we are better together.

BENEFITS & PERKS*

• Best-in-class healthcare: 100% company-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your dependents, with HSA/HRA options
• Generous time off: Flexible Time Off (FTO) for exempt employees, accrued PTO of up to 25 days for non-exempt employees, plus 12 paid holidays; Parental Leave; Sick Leave
• Fuel for your day: Daily catered lunch and unlimited snacks for in-office employees
• And more: 401(k) retirement plan, fitness reimbursement, and Dog Fridays
• Equity participation: Equity is included as part of our total compensation package, giving you an opportunity to share in the company’s success.

*Do not apply to fixed term and temporary roles

YOUR MISSION

True Anomaly is looking for a creative Thermal Engineer to develop new spacecraft. In this role you will be work with a multi-disciplinary product team to rapidly develop and produce new space systems.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Work with a product focused team including mechanical, electrical, software, and automation engineers to rapidly develop revolutionary thermal designs
• Perform integrated thermal analysis to determine heater/radiator sizing and external coatings required to maintain all elements of the SV in thermal limits
• Perform thermal detailed analysis over variety of design reference missions (DRM’s)
• Design and help develop detail piece part and assembly drawings for heaters, MLI, and other thermal control components
• Assist with electronic board level thermal analysis
• Coordinate thermal interfaces between subsystems
• Support Thermal Vacuum and Thermal Cycle testing
• Support on orbit operations

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or equivalent
• 2+ years of professional experience in space thermal analysis and design
• Demonstrated excellence in thermal vacuum testing and model correlation
• Thermal experience with spacecraft subcomponents such as optical payloads, mechanisms, structures, etc.
• Experience in tools such as Thermal Desktop and Solidworks
• Demonstrated ability to work in a multidisciplinary team
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong Desire to be accountable to day to day tasks, own mistakes, and drive balanced solutions to closure through sound technical solutions and a sense of urgency
• Strong Willingness to go above and beyond to achieve team success through task execution and collaboration

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• Master’s degree in aerospace
• Demonstrated ability to work autonomously with little input on requirements or management oversight
• 5+ years of experience in development and production of space thermal systems

COMPENSATION

• Base Salaries: $95,000-$190,000
• Equity + Benefits including Health, Dental, Vision, HRA/HSA options, PTO and paid holidays, 401K, Parental Leave

Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, location, and experience.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to maintain or obtain TS//SCI clearance
• Work Location—this role will be fully onsite at our GravityWorks factory in Centennial, CO or Long Beach, CA
• Work environment—the work environment; temperature, noise level, inside or outside, or other factors that will affect the person's working conditions while performing the job
• Physical demands—the physical demands of the job, including bending, sitting, lifting and driving

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.

True Anomaly is committed to equal employment opportunity on any basis protected by applicable state and federal laws. If you have a disability or additional need that requires accommodation, please do not hesitate to let us know.