Thermal Engineer
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Momentus · San Jose, CAPrepare for this interview
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Responsibilities
- Thermal design and analysis of spacecraft and spacecraft components
- Work with mechanical design engineers to ensure all components are maintained within acceptable temperature limits
- Source, spec, and procure thermal hardware
- Manage vendor relationships
- Work with systems engineering team to run TVAC testing
- Required Skills and Experience
- Demonstrated experience with detailed thermal analysis of spacecraft at the system and component levels
- Experience using Thermal Desktop to build and run thermal models of spacecraft in various space environments
- Experience defining requirements for thermal systems and components
- Familiarity with thermal hardware such as heat pipes, heat pumps, louvers, heat straps, phase change materials, and radiators
- Familiarity with the space environment and how it affects hardware
- Familiarity with material selection and material coatings for space applications
- Ability to work independently
- Excellent technical communications skills
- Good written and verbal communications skills
- Desired Skills and Experience:
- Experience leading and mentoring junior engineers
- Experience designing, manufacturing, and testing space hardware with demonstrated on-orbit success
- Experience running TVAC tests
- Previous experience working on DoD and other USG development and deployment programs
- Ability to hold and maintain a USG Security Clearance
- Education & Work Experience:
- BS degree in Mechanical, or a closely related discipline
- 5+ year relevant experience
Benefits
Additional Information
OUR COMPANY As an early mover in the in-space transportation and infrastructure services, Momentus is at the forefront of the commercialization of space. With an experienced team of aerospace, propulsion, and robotics engineers, Momentus has developed a cost-effective and energy-efficient in-space transport system. OUR PEOPLE Daring problems require daring solutions. We boldly charge into uncharted territory knowing that no matter the outcome we will benefit from the journey and move closer to our goals no matter what. Our teams know that working at Momentus means more than building innovative technology, it means creating entirely new markets in the space economy. We are level-headed, business-minded strategic thinkers intent on providing immediate value to our customers today while simultaneously preparing for the vast possibilities of the future. If this sounds like you, we should talk. JOB SUMMARY The Senior Thermal Engineer will participate in the thermal design and analysis of flight spacecraft and will follow programs through execution of assembly, integration, and test. The ideal candidate should be accustomed to working in a fast-paced environment and quickly adapting to new challenges.
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