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Jacobs · 1 week ago

Gateway ATCS Thermal Analysis Engineer

20331-ESCG2224 Bay Area Boulevard

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

2+ years exp

Jacobs is a leading engineering solutions provider working with NASA on deep space exploration. They are seeking a Gateway ATCS Thermal Analysis Engineer to develop and maintain thermal models, perform thermal analyses for spacecraft components, and collaborate with design teams on thermal control strategies.

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No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Develop and maintain high-fidelity thermal models using tools such as Thermal Desktop and SINDA/FLUINT

Perform steady-state and transient thermal analyses for spacecraft components and integrated systems

Evaluate thermal performance under various mission phases, including launch, transit, lunar orbit, and quiescent modes

Support thermal verification activities, including test planning, data analysis, and model correlation

Collaborate with design teams to optimize thermal control strategies (e.g., pumps and valves, coolant loops, cold plates, heat exchangers, sublimators, and radiators) and provide guidance on thermal considerations

Participate in design reviews, technical interchange meetings, and anomaly investigations

Document analysis results and present findings to internal stakeholders and NASA customers

Qualification

Thermal analysisThermal DesktopAerospace systemsEngineering degreeCommunication skills

Required

Typically requires a bachelor's degree in Engineering and a minimum of 2-5 years of experience in the field or in a related area

Experience in the design, analysis, testing, certification, and operation of space ATCS systems and components, which may include but not be limited to pumps and valves, coolant loops, cold plates, heat exchangers, sublimators, radiators, and heat exchangers during pre-launch, flight, and post-landing phases

Proven experience in thermal analysis and design for aerospace systems. Experience with Thermal Desktop or similar thermal analysis tools is highly desirable

Excellent oral and written communication skills and the ability to coordinate support from a wide range of technical disciplines

Proof of U.S. Citizenship or US Permanent Residency 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