Thermal Engineer
Gravitics
Marysville, WA, USA
Posted on Nov 20, 2024
About Gravitics
At Gravitics, we're not exploring space—we're building it. We're creating the infrastructure for a thriving space economy, enabling humanity to flourish beyond Earth. Our vision is bold, but we're not just dreamers; we're doers. We design and manufacture the large-scale structures that power human and robotic activity in Earth orbit and beyond. If you're ready to lay the foundations for a new era in space, embrace a culture of relentless learning and innovation, and contribute to a future where humanity's reach extends farther, Gravitics is the place for you. Let's build the future, together.
Thermal Engineer
About the Role
To build our space systems, we need rockstars of all experience levels who can directly work the full product lifecycle of thermal management and related spacecraft systems. Responsibilities:
· Challenge the status quo.
· Deliver thermal design and analytical solutions optimized for packaging, build, and operations in support of the whole vehicle and its subsystems such as propulsion, avionics, ECLSS, and structures.
· Own thermal systems from requirements definition to orbital data review.
· Perform hand calcs, scoping studies, and both large and small scale thermal simulations in industry-standard toolkits such as Thermal Desktop or Siemens Simcenter.
· Work with suppliers and our manufacturing team to make your designs a reality.
· Be a reliable expert of your system, from concept to mission control console.
About You
You’re a successful candidate if you are a giver, not a taker. You have an ability to make things happen. You are exceptional at several things, yet willing to take on efforts in areas of weakness.
Required Attributes
· Demonstrated past ownership of complex projects.
· Ability to understand from first principles, not rely on the answer from a mystery tool.
· Experience designing and developing thermal systems which operate in harsh environments.
· Sound knowledge of thermodynamics, heat transfer principles, and fluid mechanics.
· 2+ years of experience in mechanical or aerospace engineering. Electrical engineering with electronics packaging background may also be acceptable.
· Familiarity with CAD and Analysis packages such as NX, Simcenter, Thermal Desktop or similar.
· Strong understanding of model correlation and validation in test to prepare for the harsh real world of space environments.
· Bachelor’s degree in an applicable field.
Bonus Points for
· A proven history of successful hardware in launch vehicles or space systems.
· Experience working with thermal test systems, vacuum chambers, and data acquisition.
· Deep working knowledge of space thermal systems and techniques, including radiators, heaters, sensors, insulation blankets.
· Having a design portfolio.
Compensation and Benefits
Your level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the considerations of job-related knowledge and skills, education, and direct experience.
Salary is just one component of the total employee package, which also includes company equity at an exciting time of company growth, as well as comprehensive medical, 401(k) retirement plan, a generous PTO policy, employee discounts, and more.
ITAR Requirements
To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.
Gravitics is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with Gravitics is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability, or any other legally protected status or common decency.
