Thermal Engineer

Company Overview

ExoTerra is a world leader in solar electric propulsion systems and space exploration satellites. The company develops Hall Thrusters, propulsion modules, microsatellites and launch vehicle upper stages. We have been awarded multiple propulsion module and satellite contracts.

Job Summary:

ExoTerra is seeking a full-time Thermal Engineer. The hired employee will be responsible for completing design, analysis, and test tasks as they relate to Hall-effect Thrusters, xenon and krypton propellant flow control systems, and electronic power systems.

Responsibilities and Duties:

• Perform thermal analyses, in accordance with industry standards, of systems ranging from components to entire spacecraft, in order to support design development, verify customer requirements, and ensure functionality in thermally stressing space environments
• Provide thermal support for multiple programs simultaneously
• Understand customer-specified requirements, interface with customers, present analysis results to customers in design reviews, and prepare reports of analysis results for delivery to customers
• Support thermal testing of components and propulsion systems
• Correlate thermal models to test data
• Support sign-off of flight hardware for delivery to customers
• Contribute to process and efficiency improvements
• Communicate and collaborate effectively with various teams, including program management, design, manufacturing, analysis, etc

Required Qualifications and Skills:

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering
• 5+ years of industry experience (pay commensurate with experience)
• Extensive experience with Thermal Desktop analysis software
• Strong knowledge of principles of heat transfer and thermodynamics
• Strong mathematical foundation (calculus, linear algebra, differential equations, etc.)
• Strong written/verbal communication skills
• Engaged learner
• Self-starter
• Location: Littleton, CO (Required)

Desired Qualifications and Skills:

• Experience with spacecraft thermal analysis
• Experience with plasma thermal analysis
• Experience with high power electronic thermal analysis
• Experience with thermal vacuum testing
• Experience with space or satellite hardware

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• Full time

Export Control / Compliance 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.

Compensation & Benefits

Competitive salary range : $93,000-$150,000 (dependent on experience and qualifications)

ExoTerra offers a comprehensive, total compensation package, which includes competitive salary, a discretionary annual bonus plan, paid time off (PTO), a comprehensive health benefit package and various other benefits. When you join our team, you’re not just an employee; you become part of a dynamic community dedicated to innovation and excellence.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

ExoTerra is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.