Thermal Engineer I/II
7 days ago
Rocket Lab is a global leader in launch and space systems, providing reliable access to orbit since 2018. Our Electron rocket has become one of the most frequently launched rockets in the world, and our Neutron rocket is set to launch the mega constellations of the future.
Job SummaryWe are seeking a skilled Thermal Engineer I/II to join our Global Launch Services (GLS) Mission Formulation Team. As a key member of this team, you will be responsible for thermal design, modeling, analysis, testing, and validation of launch vehicle flight hardware and related support equipment.
Key Responsibilities- Conduct detailed thermal modeling and analyses of launch vehicle and spacecraft hardware, particularly for launch vehicle-to-payload interfaces.
- Conduct thermal design trade studies that balance performance margins, resource use, risk, cost, and schedule.
- Work closely with design and systems engineers to define requirements, iterate through design concepts, and demonstrate overall system performance.
- Define and execute thermal testing as needed to validate designs and performance vs. requirements.
- Analyze test and flight data to correlate models and improve model fidelity.
- Document analyses and designs, including inputs, methods, and results, for presentation at design and test reviews and for hardware implementation.
- Liaise with Program, Engineering, and Customer teams on thermal design, performance, and test issues and support other teams/disciplines as necessary.
- Bachelor's degree in mechanical or aerospace engineering or other related technical discipline.
- Experience with thermal engineering, heat transfer, and analyses, including 0-D and 1-D thermal/fluid networks.
- Experience with CAD software, such as NX, Fibersim, Solidworks, CATIA, or similar.
- Experience with engineering programming, scripting, and data analyses in Python or MATLAB.
- Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD US Government Secret security clearance.
- Active TS/SCI clearance.
- Advanced degree in mechanical or aerospace engineering or other related technical discipline.
- Prior experience with design and analysis of launch vehicle or spacecraft hardware.
- Experience using CAD software with a focus on model defeaturing for subsequent analysis.
- Familiarity with thermal engineering analysis tools, including ANSYS, SINDA, THERMICA, and NX Space Systems Thermal.
- Experience with thermal control, including passive and active thermal management techniques.
- Knowledge of key aspects of launch and on-orbit operations as they relate to thermal modeling and analyses.
- Experience with planning, execution, and data analysis of thermal testing for launch or space mission applications.
Rocket Lab provides a comprehensive benefits package, including top-tier medical HMO, PPO, and a 100% company-sponsored medical HSA plan option, dental and vision coverage, 3 weeks paid vacation and 5 days sick leave per year, 11 paid holidays per year, flexible spending and dependent care savings accounts, paid parental leave, disability insurance, life insurance, and access to a 401(k) retirement plan with company match.
Additional perks include discounted employee stock purchase program, subsidized EV charging stations, onsite gym, food and drinks, childcare concierge, and other discounts.
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