Thermal Engineer II - Spacecraft Thermal Systems

Voyagertechnologiesinc; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Time Off

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) with company match up to 8%

Job summary

Voyager Lunar Systems is seeking a Thermal Engineer to support the design, build, test, and operation of thermal control system components for lunar spacecraft. The role reports to the Propulsion and Thermal Systems Manager in Pittsburgh and is hybrid with on-site presence required.

You will design, model, and test thermal systems for lunar landers and power systems, using Thermal Desktop, Ansys, and Amesim, while applying Python/C++/Matlab/Fortran for analysis.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree with relevant thermal experience as stated in the ad.
• Proficient understanding of thermal-fluid engineering fundamentals and tools for hardware design and prediction.
• Experience with thermal-fluid system design and analysis software to perform calculations.
• Proficiency in programming languages (Python, C/C++, Matlab, Fortran).
• Strong communication skills and collaborative work style.

Responsibilities

• Support design, integration, testing, and operation of thermal control systems for spacecraft.
• Create conceptual and detailed designs of thermal system components and hardware.
• Build and run thermal models to guide design and operations decisions.
• Prepare specifications for vendor components and validate performance.
• Assist in spacecraft assembly in cleanroom environments.
• Support TVAC testing and external thermal testing as needed.
• Provide real-time mission operations support and training.

Skills

Thermal-fluid engineering fundamentals

Python

C/C++

Matlab

Fortran

Verbal and written communication

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Aerospace/Mechanical Engineering

Master’s Degree in related thermal field

Tools

SolidWorks

TVAC testing

Thermal Desktop

Ansys Thermal

Amesim

Ansys FLUENT/CFX

Job description

Voyager Lunar Systems is seeking a Thermal Engineer to support the design, build, test, and operation of thermal control system components for lunar spacecraft. The role reports to the Propulsion and Thermal Systems Manager in Pittsburgh and is hybrid with on-site presence required.

You will design, model, and test thermal systems for lunar landers and power systems, using Thermal Desktop, Ansys, and Amesim, while applying Python/C++/Matlab/Fortran for analysis.