Essential Functions:
• Prior experience in Thermal Engineering and Analysis in the aerospace industry.
• Working knowledge and proficiency in Thermal Desktop.
• Under minimal direction, perform a variety of thermal engineering tasks of an analysis, design, or test nature
• Apply theoretical knowledge and engineering techniques to the solution of analytical engineering problems
• Select and/or modify proven methods, mathematical formulas, previous design and test information, handbook data or other available information related to the assignment
• Thermal analysis of avionics, structures and liquid propellants
• Perform heat transfer analysis of components and systems on the ground and in space
• Take direction and address issues using skills obtained in the field of engineering, or related thermal sciences as it relates to missile and space systems
• Use classical heat transfer methods and software to predict temperatures and design thermal protection of rocket components on the ground and in flight
• Learn and develop proficiency with thermal software (Sinda/Fluint, Thermal Desktop, ATAC, and other specialized heat transfer codes)
• Interpret, select, and apply company/commercial/military specifications and customer requirements to accomplish specific analyses
• Produce engineering documentation and technical reports/analyses to support design, integration, and testing efforts
• Responsible for gathering, compiling, and interpreting technical data such as flight data, test data, or material test reports
• Other duties upon request
Basic Qualifications:
• Bachelor's degree in a STEM discipline (Science, Technology, Engineering or Math) with 5 years of related engineering experience, OR a Master's in STEM with 3 years of experience, or a PhD in STEM with 0 years experience
• Ability to obtain a DoD Secret security clearance
• Strong thermal background with demonstrated work experience and knowledge as a thermal analyst
• Ability to read engineering drawings and specifications
• Familiarity with thermodynamics, aerodynamics, compressible flow and fluid mechanics
• Computer skills with standard word processing/spreadsheet experience
• Ability to listen effectively, take direction, and possess initiative to accomplish assigned tasks and complete work in a timely fashion
Preferred Qualifications:
• Experience with aeroheating software (ATAC, MINIVER) preferred.
• Master’s Degree in Mechanical/Aerospace principles
• Active DoD Secret security clearance, or higher
• Thermal Desktop, Sinda, and Matlab experience
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Basic problem-solving skills
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: $60.
00 - $65.
00 per hour
Work Location: In person
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