Thermal Engineer, Spacecraft – Deep-Space Thermal Systems | Equity

Industrious Ventures; Seal Beach (CA); On-site; USD 97,250 - 148,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% paid medical, dental, and life insurance coverage

3 weeks of PTO + 1 week of sick time

10 paid holidays

Retirement savings plan – 401(k) with company match

Equity on the ground floor of a startup

Job summary

Industrious Ventures in Seal Beach, CA is seeking a Thermal Engineer to design and operate thermal management systems for deep-space mining spacecraft. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline, with at least 2 years of related experience. The position offers competitive salary ranging from $97,250 to $148,500 based on level, and includes comprehensive benefits such as 100% paid medical coverage, 401(k) matching, and equity opportunities. Candidates must conform to U.S. export regulations.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in spacecraft thermal design and operations.
• Familiarity with vacuum, solar radiation, and deep-space temperatures.
• Strong understanding of thermodynamics.

Responsibilities

• Architect the thermal control system for deep space mining spacecraft.
• Develop and execute thermal vacuum tests to validate design performance.
• Collaborate with structural, electrical, and propulsion teams on thermal constraints.
• Document thermal analysis, design decisions, and testing plans.
• Provide feedback during design reviews.

Skills

Thermal analysis

Problem-solving

Collaboration

Communication

Heat transfer principles

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace, Mechanical, Chemical Engineering

Tools

NX

Simcenter Space Systems Thermal

Job description

Industrious Ventures in Seal Beach, CA is seeking a Thermal Engineer to design and operate thermal management systems for deep-space mining spacecraft. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline, with at least 2 years of related experience. The position offers competitive salary ranging from $97,250 to $148,500 based on level, and includes comprehensive benefits such as 100% paid medical coverage, 401(k) matching, and equity opportunities. Candidates must conform to U.S. export regulations.