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The Exploration Company
Here at The Exploration Company, we are developing, producing, and operating Nyx, a modular and reusable space orbital vehicle that can eventually be refuelled in orbit and that can carry cargo - and potentially humans in the longer run.
We are seeking a talented Thermal Systems Engineer to help us in our mission by contributing to the development of our future projects.
As a Thermal Systems Engineer, you will oversee the thermal architecture, sizing and analysis of a variety of new projects.
You will work closely with our mechanical, CAD, and system engineers to assess feasibility and preliminary sizing of the thermal systems of our future vehicles.
Key Responsibilities
In your capacity as a Thermal Systems Engineer, your role will be continuously evolving, but day-to-day your duties will include:
Determining the thermal load cases throughout the entire project lifecycle
Designing conceptual and preliminary thermal control systems designs for new space systems, with the right level of complexity depending on the maturity and goals of the study
Providing technical solutions to optimise thermal management, in collaboration with other subsystems (propulsion, avionics, ECLSS...)
Effectively communicating and providing recommendations through analyses, preparation, documentation and presentation of technical data
What We Would Love to See from You
Qualifications
Advanced degree (Master of Science or PhD) in aerospace engineering, heat transfer and fluid mechanics, or another related field
5+ years of experience working in space project thermal control design and analyses
Strong knowledge of thermal management
Good knowledge in thermal analysis
Experience with several thermal software (Thermal Desktop, ESATAN) is appreciated
Experience with programming (Python)
Fluent in English.
German, French, and Italian are assets
Skills and Behaviors
Strong oral and written communication skills
Strong analysis and problem-solving skills
Strong organizing and prioritization of tasks
Positive and flexible attitude to get the job done
Demonstrates behaviors consistent with The Exploration Company's core values of Vision, Competence, Integrity, and Passion
Why you should join us!
What makes us special here at The Exploration Company and why we think you will enjoy working here is:
We're Agile - we make decisions fast whilst keeping our goals and systems in mind
We're Open and Collaborative - we are transparent about risks and obstacles, so that we can cooperate to overcome them
We have a lot of Fun - we refuel our energy knowing we are democratising space.
It's a wonderful and rare opportunity, are YOU up for the challenge?
We'd love to hear from you if you wish to be a part of our journey.
Please submit your CV now for immediate consideration and we will be in touch shortly.
The Exploration Company is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity.
We do not discriminate based on race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status or disability status.
Relocation assistance is provided for those willing to relocate including visa sponsorship where applicable.
Seniority level
Seniority levelMid-Senior level
Employment type
Employment typeFull-time
Job function
Job functionEngineering and Information Technology
IndustriesAviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing
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