Thermal Engineer (Senior or Staff)

Space is a warfighting domain. True Anomaly seeks those with the talent and ambition to build the technology that secures it. OUR MISSION True Anomaly delivers decisive capabilities for space superiority. We build autonomous spacecraft, advanced payloads, mission software, and space-based interceptors — enabling the U.S. and its Allies to secure the space environment and counter threats from the ultimate high ground. OUR VALUES Be the offset.   We create asymmetric advantages with creativity and ingenuity. What would it take?  We challenge assumptions to deliver ambitious results. It’s the people.  Our team is our competitive advantage and we are better together. YOUR MISSION True Anomaly is looking for a creative Thermal Engineer at the Senior or Staff level to develop new spacecraft. In this role you will be work with a multi-disciplinary product team to rapidly develop and produce new space systems.  RESPONSIBILITIES Work with a product focused team including mechanical, electrical, software, and automation engineers to rapidly develop revolutionary thermal designs  Perform integrated thermal analysis to determine heater/radiator sizing and external coatings required to maintain all elements of the SV in thermal limits  Perform thermal detailed analysis over variety of design reference missions (DRM’s)  Design and help develop detail piece part and assembly drawings for heaters, MLI, and other thermal control components  Assist with electronic thermal predictions and board level analysis  Coordinate thermal interfaces between subsystems  Support Thermal Vacuum and Thermal Cycle testing  Support on orbit operations  QUALIFICATIONS Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering with training in analysis of structures and fluids  6+ years of professional experience in space thermal analysis and control  Demonstrated excellence in thermal vacuum testing, analysis and model correlation  Thermal experience with spacecraft subcomponents such as optical payloads, mechanisms, structures, etc.   Proficiency in tools such as Thermal Desktop and Solidworks  Passion for the space industry  Demonstrated ability to work in a multidisciplinary team  Demonstrated ability to work autonomously with little input on requirements or management oversight  Excellent written and verbal communication skills  Strong Desire to be accountable to day to day tasks, own mistakes, and drive balanced solutions to closure through sound technical solutions and a sense of urgency Strong Willingness to go above and beyond to achieve team success through task execution and collaboration PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE Master’s degree in aerospace  COMPENSATION Base Salaries:   Senior Thermal Engineer: $130,000-$210,000 Staff Thermal Engineer: $130,000-$260,000 Equity + Benefits including Health, Dental, Vision, HRA/HSA options, PTO and paid holidays, 401K, Parental Leave   Your actual level and base salary will be  determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, location, and experience.   ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS Ability to maintain or obtain TS//SCI clearance  Work Location — This role is onsite at our Centennial location or Long Beach, CA Work environment —the work environment; temperature, noise level, inside or outside, or other factors that will affect the person's working conditions while performing the job. Physical demands —the physical demands of the job, including bending, sitting, lifting and driving. This position will be open until it is successfully filled. To submit your application, please follow the directions below. #LI-Hybrid 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. True Anomaly is committed to equal employment opportunity on any basis protected by applicable state and federal laws. If you have a disability or additional need that requires accommodation, please do not hesitate to let us.