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Anduril Industries · 2 hours ago

Thermal Engineer, Space

Costa Mesa, California, United States

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid Level

$129K/yr - $171K/yr

2+ years exp

Anduril Industries is a defense technology company focused on transforming military capabilities with advanced technology. The Thermal Engineer in Space will own the thermal design and analysis for space hardware development, communicate system architecture considerations, and develop tools and tests to reduce risks on key hardware assemblies.

AerospaceArtificial Intelligence (AI)GovernmentMilitaryNational Security

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Own the thermal design, analysis, test, and associated component vendor management of a space hardware development program

Use first principles as a basis for every decision and discern the right level of analysis to apply. Execute hand calculations, spreadsheet, and MATLAB/Python first-order models to inform path forward before jumping into detailed design

Define good thermal architecture to withstand the space environments. Define and quantify hot, cold, and any other edge cases that drive the system

Communicate pros/cons of system architecture with respect to thermal considerations

Present thermal status at formal reviews internally and with customers. Provide clear understanding of timelines and technical status

Develop internal tools to improve the effectiveness and efficiency of analysis

Develop, prepare, and execute thermal tests to inform analysis and reduce risk on key hardware assemblies

Develop a database of materials, thermal properties, and vendors of thermal hardware for use in space

Support failure reviews and root-cause analysis with test data and thermal analysis

Qualification

Thermal analysisThermal simulation toolsPrototyping hardwareCAD experiencePython programmingMATLAB programmingCommunication skillsProblem-solving skillsTeam collaboration

Required

BS, MS, or higher degree in engineering, applied physics, or hard science

Demonstrated knowledge of heat transfer in academic and/or professional setting

Proficiency in Thermal Desktop or equivalent thermal simulation tool

Hands on experience prototyping hardware and conducting thermal tests. Experience with CAD, selecting instrumentation, post-processing data, correlating models

CAD experience (Siemens NX preferred)

Passion for defending the United States and her allies

Must be a U.S. Person due to required access to U.S. export controlled information or facilities

Preferred

2+ years professional experience as a thermal analyst using Thermal Desktop

Design or test experience on a space platform

Experience developing code in higher-level languages like Python or MATLAB for applications like lumped thermal capacitance steady state and transient analysis

Be able to obtain and hold a U.S. Top Secret security clearance

Benefits

Healthcare Benefits

Income Protection: Anduril covers life and disability insurance for all employees.

Generous time off: Highly competitive PTO plans with a holiday hiatus in December. Caregiver & Wellness Leave is available to care for family members, bond with a new baby, or address your own medical needs.

Family Planning & Parenting Support: Coverage for fertility treatments (e.g., IVF, preservation), adoption, and gestational carriers, along with resources to support you and your partner from planning to parenting.

Mental Health Resources: Access free mental health resources 24/7, including therapy and life coaching. Additional work-life services, such as legal and financial support, are also available.

Professional Development: Annual reimbursement for professional development

Commuter Benefits: Company-funded commuter benefits based on your region.

Relocation Assistance: Available depending on role eligibility.

Retirement Savings Plan