Job Information
PDS Tech Inc Thermal Engineer in Mojave, California
Duties & Responsibilities:
Working across programs, with a focus on the XL-1 lunar lander for the 2022 south pole mission. Other projects will include rocket engine R&D and plume effects research
Performing design and analysis of the XL-1 spacecraft thermal systems
Detailed analysis of customer payload thermal environments
Providing mentorship and guidance to less experienced technical team members
Lead the thermal team - manage thermal priorities and tasks across the team
Coordinate with other spacecraft subsystems and customers regarding thermal design
Must be able to adapt and thrive in a dynamic and highly technical environment
Will have a large impact on many programs, especially the lunar mission
Professional Requirements:
Several years experience in spacecraft thermal engineering
Innovative and open to helping create a Cislunar economy - passionate about space
Must be a “U.S. person” as defined by the ITAR (22 CFR §120.15)
Desired Skills/Experience:
Experience with Thermal Desktop
Understanding of spacecraft thermal environments, especially radiation
Experience modeling thermal effects to determine shielding requirements on spacecraft from RCS thrusters and rocket plumes
Experience designing spacecraft active and passive cooling systems including radiators and MLI
An understanding of thermal environments on the lunar surface
Understands what is needed for high quality spaceflight systems - and also what is not needed
Experience with the complete lifecycle of spacecraft development: design, build, test, and fly
Experience with startups or new space companies
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or other legally protected status.