Job Description
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.
Optical Communications Terminal v2 – OCT v2 (50% allocation / 12 months)- 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.
Basic Qualifications - Bachelor’s 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.
Preferred Qualifications - Experience with avionics thermal design and analysis .
- CAD proficiency (NX, SolidWorks).
- Experience correlating thermal models with test data.
Job Tags
Full time, Contract work, Remote work,