Senior Thermal Engineer

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United Kingdom.

📋 Description

• Oversee the complete thermal design and simulation process for spacecraft components and subsystems.

• Develop and validate intricate thermal models utilizing specialized engineering software.

• Establish and execute effective thermal control strategies employing both active and passive methods, such as heat pipes, radiators, insulation, and heaters.

• Assist in all phases of testing, ranging from component assessment to comprehensive spacecraft system trials.

• Organize and supervise environmental qualification tests, including thermal vacuum campaigns, and analyze results to confirm performance.

• Engage in significant engineering milestones, design reviews, and technical discussions throughout the project lifecycle.

• Ensure that all thermal systems adhere to internal standards, performance objectives, and customer requirements.

• Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams, including mechanical, systems, electrical, and propulsion engineers, to facilitate seamless integration.

• Offer technical leadership, mentor less experienced engineers, and promote best practices within the team.

• Generate and maintain high-quality engineering documentation, including test procedures, reports, specifications, and technical drawings.

⛳️ Requirements

• Demonstrated experience in the space sector, supporting spacecraft or satellite programs.

• Approximately 10+ years of expertise in thermal design and analysis for space applications.

• Proficient in thermal analysis tools (such as ESATAN-TMS, Thermal Desktop, or similar) and 3D CAD software.

• Strong comprehension of heat transfer mechanisms, space environments, and principles of thermal control design.

• A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering, or equivalent military experience.

• Experience in mentoring or providing technical guidance to other engineers is a plus.

• Background in planning and executing thermal and environmental testing campaigns.

🏝️ Benefits

• Private Medical Insurance

• Cycle & Tech Scheme

• Employee assistance programme

• Life insurance & Pension Scheme

• Social atmosphere, regular gatherings & team buildings

• Flexible way of working (role dependent)