Thermal Engineer – Junior to Mid-Level
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Job Location:
Los Angeles, CA - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
30+ days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Thermal Engineer Junior to Mid-Level
Location: Preferred On-Site in Los Angeles (Northridge Area) Remote Considered
Duration: 6 months 1 year (with potential extension)
Engagement: Contract
Travel: Not expected
Rate: TBD (based on experience)
About the Role
We are seeking a highly motivated execution-focused Thermal Engineer to support advanced aerospace hardware development programs. This role is ideal for a junior to mid-level engineer who thrives in fast-paced environments works independently and consistently delivers high-quality analysis documentation and testing support.
You will contribute directly to thermal modeling system-level testing and qualification activities spanning two key programs: Kuiper Modem Module and Optical Communications Terminal v2 (OCT v2). Candidates with strong hands-on testing experience coupled with analytical proficiency are encouraged to apply.
Key Responsibilities
Kuiper Modem Module (50% allocation / 12 months)
- Provide thermal design inputs to mechanical electrical and cross-functional engineering teams.
- Develop and execute thermal modeling using Thermal Desktop (SINDA) and/or ANSYS thermal tools (Icepak Fluent Mechanical).
- Prepare comprehensive documentation including analysis reports and test plans.
- Build thermal testing and qualification plans.
- Conduct thermal testing data collection and correlation of test results to thermal models.
- Execute thermal trade studies for electronic enclosure architectures.
- Perform preliminary thermal analysis for PCB assemblies.
- Collaborate with design teams to support early mechanical concepts.
- Define plan and execute development-stage thermal testing activities.
- Bachelors degree in mechanical engineering or a related technical discipline (or equivalent experience).
- 3 years of experience using Thermal Desktop (SINDA) and/or ANSYS thermal analysis tools (Icepak Fluent Mechanical).
- 2 years of hands-on thermal testing experience including test planning thermocouple/heater installation DAQ operation power supply operation correlation and verification.
- Experience writing engineering documentation including reports test plans and results summaries.
- Experience with avionics thermal design and analysis.
- CAD proficiency (NX SolidWorks).
- Experience correlating thermal models with test data.
Required Experience:
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