Sr. Spacecraft Thermal Engineer (Top Secret Clearance Required) at Blue Origin

Application close date:Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the requisition is closed.At Blue Origin we envision millions of people living and working in space for the benefit of Earth. Were working to develop reusable safe and low-cost space vehicles and systems within a culture of safety collaboration and inclusion. Join our team of problem solvers as we add new chapters to the history of spaceflight!The role is part of the In-Space Systems business unit which is focused on addressing two of the most compelling challenges in spaceflight today: space infrastructure and increasing mobility on-orbit.As part of a hardworking team of specialists technicians and engineers (use as appropriate) you will contribute to the definition and development of spacecraft thermal control systems. The Sr. Spacecraft Thermal Engineer is an individual contributor within Blue Origins In-Space Systems Business Unit Blue Ring Platform. You should be comfortable working in a fast-paced and often uncertain environment contributing to innovative solutions while demonstrating personal leadership technical competence and attention to detail. Special Mentions:Relocation providedTravel expected up to 25% of the timeActive Top Secret Security Clearance requiredResponsibilities include but are not limited to:Drives the development of thermal systems including system architecture definition thermal system modeling component sizing and design.Perform trade studies relating to selection of material and subsystem hardware.Perform hand calculations to screen concepts without detailed modeling and to sanity check finite element model results.Develop vehicle-level thermal models using SINDA/FLUINT with Thermal Desktop.Develop and maintain system analysis documentation.Perform steady state & transient thermal analysis of spacecraft thermal systems as well as tracking of system performance in ground ops TVAC testing launch Earth orbit and beyond Earth orbit environments.Provide thermal engineering leadership & support for the development of thermal vacuum (TVAC) test procedures scripts and installation designs.Provide thermal engineering leadership & support for thermal hardware design documentation (drawings and model based designs) procurement planning procedural & operations support of Spacecraft assembly integration & test (AI&T) efforts.Support existing & development of thermal data analytics architecture (GitLab or similar)Minimum Qualifications:Minimum of a B.S. degree in mechanical or aerospace engineering.Solid understanding of thermal physics fundamentals.10 years of relevant proven experience in design analysis and test of spacecraft thermal systemsProficiency in thermal analysis specifically in Thermal Desktop and Sinda/Fluint including model validation and test correlationMust be a U.S. citizen or national and hold a US security clearance.Experience in design analysis and testing of spacecraft thermal systems.Preferred Qualifications:M.S. degree in mechanical or aerospace engineeringLead the design drawing release fabrication and/or procurement and installation of Multi-Layer Insulation (MLI) blankets for LEO GEO and interplanetary spacecraft and spacecraft payloadsHands-on experience with spacecraft thermal hardware installation processesExperience solving a variety of thermal problems demonstrating breadth in analysis applicationProficiency in one or more programming languages (e.g. Python C/Cetc).Ability to perform trade studies relating to selection of material and subsystem hardware.Ability to perform hand calculations to screen concepts without detailed modeling and to sanity check finite element model results.Ability to develop vehicle-level thermal models using SINDA/FLUINT with Thermal Desktop.Ability to provide thermal engineering support for the development of thermal vacuum (TVAC) test procedures scripts and installation designs.Ability to provide thermal engineering support for thermal hardware design documentation (drawings and model based designs) procurement planning procedural & operations support of Spacecraft assembly integration & test (AI&T) efforts.Support existing & development of thermal data analytics architecture (GitLab or similar)Depth of experience in one or more of the following areas:Thermal Vacuum test planning and executionSpacecraft/payload thermal analysisActive or Passive Thermal Control SystemsSpacecraft Thermal hardware testingThermal hardware such as radiators heaters thermostats pumps valves sensors thermostats heat pipes ablative materials sublimators and/or phase change materialsThermal design of Mechanical Ground Support EquipmentSpacecraft Thermal system on-orbit operations supportCompensation Range for:WA applicants is $140959.00-$197342.25Other site ranges may differCulture StatementDont meet all desired requirements Studies have shown that some people are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single desired qualification. At Blue Origin we are dedicated to building an authentic workplace so if youre excited about this role but your past experience doesnt align perfectly with every desired qualification in the job description we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.Export Control RegulationsApplicants for employment at Blue Origin must be a U.S. citizen or national U.S. permanent resident (i.e. current Green Card holder) or lawfully admitted into the a refugee or granted asylum.Background CheckRequired for all positions: Blues Standard Background CheckRequired for Certain Job Profiles: Defense Biometric Identification System (DBIDS) background check if at any time the role requires one to be on a military installationRequired for Certain Job Profiles: Drivers who operate Commercial Motor Vehicles with a Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) or combination of power unit and trailer that meets or exceeds 10001 lbs. and/or transports placardable amounts of hazardous materials by ground in any vehicle on a public road while in commerce may be subject to additional Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations including: Driver Qualification Files Medical Certification (obtained before onboarding) Road Test Hours of Service Drug and Alcohol Testing (CDL drivers only) vehicle inspection requirements CDL requirements (if applicable) and hazardous materials transportation/shipping training.Required for certain Job Profiles: Ability to obtain and maintain Merchant Mariner Credential which includes pre-employment and random drug testing as well as DOT physicalBenefitsBenefits include: Medical dental vision basic and supplemental life insurance paid parental leave short and long-term disability 401(k) with a company match of up to 5% and an Education Support Program.Paid Time Off: Up to four (4) weeks per year based on weekly scheduled hours and up to 14 company-paid holidays.Dependent on role type and job level employees may be eligible for benefits and bonuses based on the companys intent to reward individual contributions and enable them to share in the companys results or other factors at the companys sole discretion. 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Please do not include any personal medical information in your request.California Applicant Privacy NoticeIf you are a California resident please reference the CA Applicant Privacy Notice here.Required Experience:Senior IC Key Skills ASP.NET,Health Education,Fashion Designing,Fiber,Investigation Employment Type : Full-Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1 Monthly Salary Salary: 140959 - 197342