Thermal Analysis Engineer - Orion Passive Thermal Control Systems
Thermal Analysis Engineer - Orion Passive Thermal Control Systems
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Are you passionate about human space exploration, understanding the origins of the universe, and working with a passionate and diverse team to make a difference? If you are, we need you!
We need your talent, teamwork, and energy to help us achieve great things that inspire people all over the globe. We need you to bring creative ideas and diverse backgrounds to help us envision, shape, and deliver systems that will enable the exploration of space while benefiting people here on Earth. We are excited about what we do, and we need you on our team as we take on exciting challenges for NASA’s pursuits in deep space exploration. As NASA’s largest engineering solutions provider working together with NASA at centers across the United States.
We have an exciting opportunity for a
Thermal Analysis Engineer - Orion Passive Thermal Control Systems
to join the team with Barrios, a teammate company.
Perform and guide analysis efforts to:
Simulate and evaluate performance of passive thermal control systems for future NASA vehicles and habitats including the Orion spacecraft and vehicles capable of lunar or Mars missions.
Develop thermal models of space hardware or test equipment using Thermal Desktop analysis software and first principal models with standard desktop software.
Correlate thermal models to flight and test results.
Assisting in day-to-day activities including internal NASA JSC task and work package planning, technical evaluations, hardware development and verification, reviewing and providing input related to products and documentation to partners and programs.
Work to provide solutions to problems that arise during hardware development and on-orbit operation phases. Assisting in the identification of anomalies and providing engineering recommendations, as required, for resolution of associated issues.
Participation in various aspects of integration of the Orion vehicle systems and vehicles Orion docks with, including technical reviews, operation plans, review of contractor provided data to close technical requirements, including waivers and exceptions.
Provide passive thermal control guidance supporting a broad range of inter-disciplinary - development, design, test, and verification activities, including Program boards, panels, working groups, problem resolution teams, and other technical forums to ensure hardware performance meets all specified requirements.
Support testing and inspection activities at vehicle build site
Inspection activities require experience with PTCS related hardware installs as well as proactive work ethic to work with floor technicians to identify hardware issues which are identified and which are not yet identified or missed
Proactively work with people across various LM and NASA sites and orgs to resolve test, hardware install and integration issues while briefing Orion senior management on impact to schedule or changes in flight response
Perform other duties as assigned.
Requisition Qualifications:
This position has been posted at multiple levels. Depending on the candidate's experience, requirements, and business needs, we reserve the right to consider candidates at any level for which this position has been advertised.
Typically requires a minimum of a bachelor’s degree in Engineering and normally possess 5-10 years of related experience. License and certification may be required.
Proficient with Thermal Desktop/SINDA/AutoCAD.
Experience with programming in FORTRAN.
Experience working with complex, vehicle level models with multiple system interactions
Excellent technical writing skills and the ability to use data to draw conclusions and - support the conclusions when challenged.
Excellent presentation skills.
Demonstrate excellent communication skills in a team environment.
Requisition Preferences:
BS degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering from an accredited engineering school.
Minimum of 5 years of engineering analysis experience related to passive thermal control systems.
Experience with developing and reviewing thermal simulation models of spacecraft hardware and systems at varying levels of fidelity ranging from detailed, first-principal - models to more descriptive lumped-parameter models.
Experience with thermal requirements definition and validation of space flight hardware.
Knowledge of programming in one or more of the following: Python or MATLAB
Why Join Our Team?
In addition to exciting career opportunities, we also have:
Excellent personal and professional career growth
9/80 work schedule (every other Friday off), when applicable
Onsite cafeteria (breakfast & lunch)
Much, much more!
For more information on our partnership with NASA at Johnson Space Center (JSC), please visit www.wehavespaceforyou.com
Proof of U.S. Citizenship or US Permanent may be a requirement for this position .
Must be able to complete a U.S. government background investigation.
Management has the prerogative to select at any level for which the position is advertised.
Essential Functions
Work Environment
Generally, an office environment, but can involve inside or outside work depending on task.
Physical Requirements
Work may involve sitting or standing for extended periods (90% of time). May require lifting and carrying up to 25 lbs. (5% of time).
Equipment and Machines
Standard office equipment (PC, telephone, printer, etc.).
Attendance
Regular attendance in accordance with established work schedule is critical. Ability to work outside normal schedule and adjust schedule to meet peak periods and surge requirements.
Other Essential Functions
Professional behavior that enhances productivity and promotes teamwork and cooperation. Grooming and dress must be appropriate for the position and must not impose a safety risk/hazard to the employee or others.
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Seniority level
Seniority level Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Employment type Full-time
Job function
Job function Engineering and Information Technology
Industries Defense and Space Manufacturing
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