Senior Thermal Engineer for Space Resources
4 weeks ago
We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Thermal Engineer to join our ambitious Space Resources Program team at Blue Origin. This role is centered on advancing and demonstrating In-Situ Resource Utilization (ISRU) technologies for the Moon and beyond.
You will specialize in developing thermal management solutions for systems that operate under extreme conditions, including high temperatures and high currents, crucial for ISRU technologies like electrolysis and reactor operations.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Design, simulate, and optimize thermal management systems for ISRU technologies, with a focus on high-temperature and high-current applications, including reactors and electrolysis systems.
- Participate in all product development stages, from conceptualization through design, to implementation, integration, and environmental testing in space analog conditions.
- Conduct detailed thermal analysis and simulations to predict system behavior under various space environmental conditions.
- Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration of thermal systems within complex ISRU platforms.
- Lead the development, execution, and analysis of thermal tests, ensuring systems meet stringent space mission requirements.
- Formulate and manage thermal specifications and interface requirements for ISRU systems and components.
- Serve as a key thermal engineering resource, providing guidance and expertise to project teams and stakeholders.
- Document and maintain comprehensive records of designs, analyses, and test results for knowledge sharing and future reference.
Minimum Qualifications:
- B.S. degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or related fields.
- 7+ years of experience in thermal engineering with specific expertise in high temperature, high current systems, and their applications in space environments.
- Demonstrated proficiency in thermal modeling and simulation tools for space applications.
- Hands-on experience in designing, testing, and integrating thermal management systems for space hardware, especially ISRU technologies.
- Solid understanding of heat transfer principles, thermal management techniques, and the selection of materials suitable for high temperature and high current space environments.
- Proven track record of developing and delivering spaceflight hardware under tight development cycles.
- Ability to work effectively in a dynamic, team-oriented environment.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Advanced degree (M.S. or Ph.D.) in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or related fields.
- 10+ years of relevant experience in thermal engineering for space systems, with a focus on ISRU technologies.
- Extensive experience with thermal management in high temperature and high current applications, including reactors and electrolysis systems.
- Proficient in environmental testing of space hardware, particularly in thermal vacuum conditions.
- Knowledge of CAD software for designing thermal management systems and conducting analysis.
- Experience with thermal analysis of various heating methods, including inductive and microwave heating in vacuum environments.
Compensation Range:
CA applicants is $136,467.00-$191,053.80
Other site ranges may differ
Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the requisition is closed.
Inclusivity Statement:
At Blue Origin, we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace, so if you're excited about this role but your past experience doesn't align perfectly with every desired qualification, we encourage you to apply anyway.
You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.
Benefits:
Benefits include:
- Medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance, paid parental leave, short and long-term disability, 401(k) with a company match of up to 5%, and an Education Support Program.
Paid Time Off:
Up to four (4) weeks per year based on weekly scheduled hours, and up to 14 company-paid holidays.
Discretionary bonus:
Bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results.
Eligibility for benefits varies by role type, please check with your recruiter for a comprehensive list of the benefits available for this role.
Equal Employment Opportunity:
Blue Origin is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and is committed to attracting, retaining, and developing a highly qualified, diverse, and dedicated work force.
We support the establishment and maintenance of a workplace that fosters trust, equality, and teamwork, in which all employees recognize and appreciate the diversity of individual team members.
We provide all qualified applicants for employment and employees with equal opportunities for hire, promotion, and other terms and conditions of employment, regardless of their race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin/ethnicity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by federal, state, and/or local law.
Blue Origin will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the Washington Fair Chance Act, the California Fair Chance Act, the Los Angeles Fair Chance in Hiring Ordinance, and other applicable laws.
Affirmative Action and Disability Accommodation:
Applicants wishing to receive information on Blue Origin's Affirmative Action Plans, or applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation in order to participate in the application and/or interview process, please contact us.
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