Thermal Engineer

The RoleThe Thermal Engineer will act as a technical lead responsible for the thermal design, analysis, and validation of advanced engineering systems operating in demanding environments. This role involves developing thermal system architectures, performing detailed analyses, supporting test activities, and contributing to full lifecycle development. You will collaborate across multidisciplinary teams to deliver optimized designs that ensure components remain within operational and survival temperature limits.Key ResponsibilitiesPerform thermal design and analysis at component, subsystem, and system levelsDevelop and maintain thermal models to predict heat loads, temperature distributions, and performance marginsLead thermal design efforts for complex systems and support integration activitiesGenerate and assess design concepts using industry-standard thermal and simulation toolsDesign and implement passive and active thermal control solutions (e.g., heat transport devices, radiative surfaces, insulation systems, heaters, and sensors)Conduct thermal analysis for complex mechanical and electronic hardware, including precision assemblies and packaged electronicsSupport the design, fabrication, and installation of thermal insulation systemsLead and support environmental testing, including thermal vacuum and thermal balance campaignsRequired Qualifications & ExperienceBachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related fieldSeveral years of hands-on experience in thermal engineering within high-performance or regulated engineering environmentsStrong foundation in heat transfer and thermodynamicsExperience supporting hardware through environmental testing and validation phasesKnowledge of thermal control system design and implementationUnderstanding of environmental constraints and design considerations for extreme operating conditionsStrong communication skills, with the ability to clearly present technical informationProven ability to work effectively within cross-functional engineering teamsAdaptability in fast-paced development environmentsPreferred Skills & ExperienceAdvanced degree in a relevant engineering disciplineExperience with system-level thermal trade studies and optimizationFamiliarity with scripting or automation tools for analysis workflows (e.g., Python, MATLAB, or similar)Experience in early-stage or rapidly evolving engineering organizationsBackground in mentoring or developing engineering best practices within a team