Mid-level Spacecraft Thermal Engineer

• Participate in design reviews and provide technical guidance to junior engineers and technicians.
• Develop detailed schematics for thermal active and passive components.
• Ensure designs comply with industry standards, regulations, and customer requirements.
• Perform simulations and modeling to predict system performance and identify potential issues throughout the spacecraft life cycle.
• Provide technical support for production and fielded spacecraft as needed.
• Integrate thermal control and coating components with other spacecraft systems, ensuring compatibility and performance.
• Diagnose and resolve issues related to thermal systems during the development, testing, and operational phases.
• Conduct system-level testing and validation to ensure reliability and functionality.
• Stay current with advancements in thermal engineering and aerospace technologies.
• Identify and implement improvements to existing designs and processes.
• Collaborate with mechanical, software, and systems engineering teams to achieve optimal design solutions.
• Create and analyze thermal testing for verification and validation of total system thermal performance/safety.
• Design, develop, and test spacecraft thermal control systems in variety of orbital conditions.
• Prepare and maintain detailed design documentation, including specifications, drawings, and test reports.

Job Description: As a Mid-Level Spacecraft Thermal Engineer at BlackVe, Inc, you will be an integral part of our dynamic engineering team, responsible for designing, analyzing, and implementing spacecraft thermal systems. The successful candidate will be responsible for designing and developing critical spacecraft thermal subsystem and overall spacecraft thermal control, including designing and executing thermal vacuum testing and model verification/validation. This role requires a solid understanding of thermal dynamics engineering principles, hands-on experience with spacecraft thermal design, and the ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary environment. You will be required to assist in prototyping and operations support as we push innovations at speed for our customers.

• Familiarity with spacecraft environmental conditions and requirements.
• Proficiency in space thermal design and analysis tools (e.g., Thermal Desktop, or similar).
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail, with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, startup environment.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary team.
• This position may include access to technology and/or data that is subject to U.S. export controls pursuant to ITAR and EAR. To comply with federal export controls, all persons hired must be a U.S. citizen, U.S. national, U.S. lawful permanent resident, refugee or asylee as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(A)(3), or must otherwise be eligible to obtain the required authorization from the U.S. Department of State and/or U.S. Department of Commerce as applicable.
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering with emphasis on thermodynamics, or related field.
• Must have the ability to qualify and maintain a Top Secret security clearance.
• Knowledge of thermal vacuum testing and design, test and implementation of test fixtures for thermal vacuum testing.
• Experience with thermal subsystem design, including specification of thermal coatings, blanketing and overall thermal control techniques.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience: 3-5 years of experience in mechanical or aerospace engineering, with a focus on spacecraft thermal systems.

• Opportunity to work at the forefront of technology and innovation to meet the most pressing needs of our national security customers.
• Competitive salary and benefits package including flexible time off; medical, dental, vision, and life insurance; 401k with non-elective company matching, stock options
• Small, dynamic, high performing team in a collaborative, inclusive work environment with opportunities for professional growth and development