Thermal Systems Engineer

6 days ago


Long Beach, California, United States Relativity Space Full time
About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled Thermal Engineer to join our team at Relativity Space. As a key member of our Integrated Performance team, you will be responsible for predicting temperatures and designing thermal architectures for structures, fluids, components, and avionics on reusable launch vehicles.

Key Responsibilities
  • Drive the architecture, sizing, and development of thermal systems like insulation, heaters, thermal protection, and environmental conditioning in collaboration with peer technical teams
  • Build, execute, and validate thermal analyses at the component, sub-system, and vehicle level, including relevant tool development and automation
  • Direct design and development engineers in the successful application of thermal sciences to achieve system and component requirements
  • Develop and execute tests to support thermal systems development and qualification, including hands-on work like test article integration, instrumentation setup, and data processing
  • Support vehicle and engine thermal system development and stage testing as well as flight operations
Requirements
  • An undergraduate degree in engineering or related field
  • 7+ years experience in thermal analysis
  • Proficiency in component- and system-level thermal and fluids analysis, using relevant toolsets like Sinda/Fluint / Thermal Desktop and other commercial FEM/FDM/FVM solvers
  • Experience in an analysis role on an integrated vehicle program
  • Hands-on experience with writing test plans and performing testing, instrumentation, and data analysis at the component and system level
  • Experience with start to finish design cycles of multiple vehicles
  • Experience solving complex problems on integrated vehicles with design teams
  • Experience with an engineering scripting language like MATLAB or Python
Preferred Qualifications
  • A graduate degree (MS/PhD) in engineering or related field and 10+ years relevant experience
  • Familiarity with liquid rocket engine architectures and operations
  • Understanding of aerodynamics
  • Experience with launch vehicle thermal protection system materials and thermal protection system sizing
About Relativity Space

Relativity Space is a leading aerospace company that is revolutionizing the space industry with its innovative approach to launch vehicle design and manufacturing. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment that values creativity, collaboration, and innovation.

What We Offer
  • Competitive salary and equity
  • Generous vacation policy
  • Annual L&D stipend

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.


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