Thermal Systems Engineer

1 week ago


Kent WA USA, United States Stoke Space Full time
Thermal Systems Engineer

Stoke Space is seeking a highly skilled Thermal Systems Engineer to join our team. As a key member of our engineering team, you will be responsible for designing, analyzing, and testing thermal systems for our reusable launch vehicle. Your expertise in thermodynamics, heat transfer, and fluid dynamics will be essential in ensuring the safe and efficient operation of our spacecraft.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Develop and implement thermal models for launch vehicle and engine assemblies
  • Perform engineering analysis to trade and down select competing launch vehicle designs
  • Own budgets of flight propellant and pneumatic commodities
  • Execute test campaigns to characterize new materials and designs
  • Communicate design details and requirements to hardware designers
  • Review test and flight data to anchor models and troubleshoot problems

Requirements:

  • Practical and theoretical expertise of thermodynamics and all forms of heat transfer
  • Proficiency in analyzing multi-phase fluid flow and heat transfer (experience with cryogenics preferred)
  • Familiarity with thermal control systems for the space environment
  • Experience developing thermal-fluid loads derived from literature, CFD, or test data
  • Experience with 1D system models (SINDA/FLUENT), 3D FEA thermal/fluid modeling tools (Thermal Desktop), Python, and Simulink
  • Ability to lead and follow
  • Excellent written and verbal communication
  • Bachelor's degree in mechanical or aerospace engineering, or similar

Preferred Qualifications:

  • 8+ years experience working with and analyzing hardware for aerospace or similar environments
  • Experience with on-orbit thermal analysis and flight data reduction
  • Basic proficiency with Computer Aided Design (CAD) software (NX, Solidworks, or equivalent)
  • Master's degree in mechanical engineering or similar

Benefits:

  • Medical, dental, vision and basic life insurance
  • 401(k) match
  • Paid time off
  • Flexible scheduling
  • Equity

Compensation:

  • Level 3 Range: $123,000 - $184,400
  • Level 4 Range: $144,100 - $240,100
  • Level 5 Range: $168,100 - $312,200

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