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Mechanical roles in space span structures, mechanisms, thermal and fluid systems for vehicles that survive launch loads and years in vacuum. Expect analysis and hardware in equal measure: CAD and FEA, materials and processes, deployables, and the test campaigns that prove a design before it flies.

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Senior Spacecraft Thermal Engineer Verified today

Aerospacelab · MechanicalYou will own the thermal architecture of Aerospacelab's satellites from early mission concept through qualification and in-orbit operations. Lead thermal design strategies, develop satellite-level models…

Structural Analyst Principal - Core Thermal/Fluids Structural Analyst Verified today

Blue Origin · 5 Locations · MechanicalLead structural analysis of pumps, heat exchangers, radiators, docking systems and gas storage for Blue Origin's Blue Moon lunar landers. You will conduct detailed finite element and classical structural…$169,624 to $237,473 per yearOn site

Mechanical Engineering, Thermal Control Systems Verified today

Vast · Long Beach, CA · MechanicalDesign and own thermal control systems for Haven, our artificial-gravity space station. You'll drive heat exchanger, cold plate, and heat pipe designs from concept through flight, leading analyses, testing, and…$86,100 to $122,220 per yearOn site

Mechanical Engineering, Thermal Control Systems (New Grad) Verified today

Vast · Long Beach, CA · MechanicalDesign and develop thermal control components like heat exchangers, cold plates, and heat pipes for Haven Station. You'll perform thermal analyses, run development tests, and work hands-on with technicians to…$86,100 to $122,220 per yearOn siteEarly career

Mechanical Engineer I (Thermal Design) Verified today

Sierra Space · 2 Locations · MechanicalYou will support senior engineers in thermal design analysis and evaluation of spacecraft mechanical systems. Work on propulsion, structures, and environmental systems for satellites and spacecraft, preparing…$77,234 to $106,197 per yearOn siteEarly career

Liquid System Responsible Engineer III — Cryogenic Fluids CAD & Design Verified today

Blue Origin · 5 Locations · MechanicalYou'll own the CAD design and detailed drawings for cryogenic fluid system components on Blue Moon landers, from concept through manufacturing release. Work spans valves, manifolds, pressure vessels, and tubing…$121,023 to $169,432 per yearOn site

Senior Staff Thermal Engineer Verified today

CesiumAstro · Westminster, CO · MechanicalYou will own thermal design, analysis, and validation of CesiumAstro's satellite and spacecraft communication systems from concept through qualification testing. Lead thermal resistance modeling, ANSYS…On site

Thermal Analysis Engineer I Verified today

Sierra Space · 2 Locations · MechanicalSupport thermal systems analysis and development for aerospace applications under senior engineer guidance. You'll apply thermal analysis principles to routine technical problems, prepare technical reports, and…$82,646 to $113,638 per yearOn siteEarly career

Thermal Hardware Specialist, Kiln - Level 4/5 Verified today

SpaceX · Cape Canaveral, FL · MechanicalYou will oversee the daily operations of sintering roller hearth kilns and dryers, adjusting parameters, coordinating technician work, and partnering with engineering to maximize equipment reliability and…On site

Senior Spacecraft Thermal Engineer I Verified today

Rocket Lab · Long Beach, CA · MechanicalYou'll own the thermal design, modeling, and testing of Rocket Lab's space vehicles, from trade studies through validation using test and in-flight data. Work with design and test teams to solve thermal…$135,475 to $194,075 per yearOn site

Senior Spacecraft Thermal Engineer II Verified today

Rocket Lab · Long Beach, CA · MechanicalYou'll own thermal modeling, design trade studies, and validation testing for Rocket Lab's space vehicles. Work with test and design teams to optimize thermal performance across complete spacecraft and…$164,500 to $255,275 per yearOn site

Senior Structural & Thermal Engineer Verified today

AIRMO · Berlin, Germany · MechanicalYou'll own structural and thermal analysis of satellite instruments from CAD to launch. Build FEM and thermal models, run qualification tests, and drive design changes where margins are tight. This role spans…On site

Senior Thermal Analysis Engineer Verified today

Varda Space · El Segundo, CA · MechanicalYou will develop and maintain integrated thermal analysis models for Varda's W-Series spacecraft, ensuring vehicles survive all mission phases. Anchor models to test data, conduct thermal vacuum testing, and…$140,333 to $179,314 per yearOn site

Thermal Hardware and Test Engineer II Verified today

Varda Space · El Segundo, CA · MechanicalYou will own thermal hardware development for Varda's W-Series spacecraft, from active and passive thermal control system design through testing and commissioning. Day-to-day work spans CAD design, fabrication…$119,543 to $152,749 per yearOn site

Senior Aerothermal Analysis Engineer Verified today

Outpost · Los Angeles, CA · MechanicalYou will own the aerothermal environment definition for CarryAll across its full reentry flight envelope, from Mach 25 down to subsonic descent. Combine high-fidelity CFD, engineering-level heating methods, and…$170,000 to $225,000 per yearOn site

Senior Materials & Processes Engineer, Thermal Protection Systems & Soft Goods Verified today

Relativity Space · Long Beach, CA · MechanicalOwn thermal protection systems and non-metallic soft goods for Terran R, from material selection through flight qualification and reuse. You'll drive test campaigns, develop specifications, and collaborate…$124,000 to $186,000 per yearOn site

Thermal Protection System Materials and Process Engineer– New Glenn Verified today

Blue Origin · 2 Locations · MechanicalYou'll develop and optimize thermal protection system materials and manufacturing processes for New Glenn, Blue Origin's heavy-lift reusable launch vehicle. Working across design, thermal, quality and…$99,201 to $138,880 per yearOn site

Spacecraft Thermal Engineer I Verified today

Rocket Lab · Long Beach, CA · MechanicalYou'll own thermal design, modeling, and testing for Rocket Lab's space vehicles. Work with test and design engineers to validate thermal performance, conduct design trade studies, and resolve thermal issues…$90,150 to $126,425 per yearOn siteEarly career

Sr Principal Thermal Engineer, Project Sunrise Orbital Data Centers Verified today

Blue Origin · 2 Locations · MechanicalOwn the thermal architecture for one of the highest-power spacecraft ever built: orbital data centers. You'll design active and passive thermal control systems, lead hard trades across performance and cost…$205,695 to $287,972 per yearOn site

Spacecraft Thermal Manager Verified today

Firefly Aerospace · Texas · MechanicalLead Firefly's Thermal Engineering team across multiple spacecraft programs. You'll manage engineers, define thermal analysis standards and processes, and own the thermal control subsystem from design through…On site

Lead Manufacturing Engineer, Thermal Control Systems Verified today

Vast · Long Beach, CA · MechanicalLead the thermal control systems manufacturing team developing pumps, fluid loops, coldplates, and heaters for Haven Station. Own production readiness, build execution, and process qualification while mentoring…$120,000 to $194,000 per yearOn site

AIT Mechanical Technician - Thermal Protection System Verified today

The Exploration Company · Munich, Germany · MechanicalYou will assemble and integrate thermal protection system hardware for the Nyx spacecraft capsule, performing adhesive bonding, inspection, and NDI support under AIT mechanical engineers. Work with composite…On site

Senior Thermal Engineer Verified today

Voyager Space · Pittsburgh, PA · MechanicalLead thermal control system design for Voyager's lunar landers and surface power systems. You'll design, build, test and operate spacecraft thermal systems, run thermal models, manage suppliers, and support…On site

Thermal Associate Engineer (Summer 2027) Verified today

Astranis · San Francisco, CA · MechanicalDesign, analyze, and test thermal systems for Astranis satellites heading to orbit. You'll perform thermal analysis on propulsion, batteries, electronics, and PCBs; design heater and heat pipe solutions; and…On siteEarly career

Thermal Associate Engineer (Winter 2027) Verified today

Astranis · San Francisco, CA · MechanicalDesign, analyze, and test thermal systems for Astranis satellites in orbit. You will perform thermal analysis on propulsion, batteries, electronics, and RF components; develop thermal solutions; and run thermal…On siteEarly career

Thermal Analysis Engineer II (Clearance Required) Verified today

Sierra Space · 2 Locations · MechanicalYou will conduct detailed thermal analysis and support thermal system development for aerospace spacecraft, working under general supervision within cross-functional teams. Apply thermal analysis principles and…$94,203 to $129,550 per yearOn site

Supervisor, Materials Management (Thermal Hardware Production) Verified today

SpaceX · Cape Canaveral, FL · MechanicalSupervise materials management operations for rocket thermal hardware at SpaceX's launch site. You'll lead an hourly workforce, manage incoming inventory acceptance and distribution, ensure AS9100 compliance…On site

Senior Thermal Engineer – Constellations Verified today

Blue Origin · 6 Locations · MechanicalDesign and lead thermal systems for high-power satellite payloads and constellation solutions operating in LEO. You'll own thermal architecture across multiple programs, from radiator and heat pipe selection…$156,802 to $219,522 per yearOn site

Thermal Engineer Verified today

Array Labs · Redwood City, CA · MechanicalYou will own the thermal design of Array's radar satellites, from architecture through flight verification. Design heat rejection systems, extend the in-house Python thermal simulation framework, and build and…On site

AIT EVT & Thermal Engineer Verified today

The Exploration Company · Munich, Germany · MechanicalManage Nyx spacecraft environmental and thermal test campaigns from facility setup through execution. You will own GSE definition, test procedures, integration logistics and anomaly resolution, working across…On site

Senior Thermal Engineer Verified today

Astranis · San Francisco, CA · MechanicalDesign thermal solutions for Astranis satellites across propulsion, batteries, electronics, and RF systems. You'll own thermal architecture from concept through detailed design, run thermal vacuum tests, and…$145,000 to $235,000 per yearOn site

Spacecraft Thermal Engineer Verified today

The Exploration Company · Munich, Germany · MechanicalYou will lead thermal vacuum and thermal balance test campaigns for the Nyx spacecraft, owning verification strategy from test planning through qualification review. Work with System Engineering, AIT and…On site

Liquid System Responsible Engineer III — Cryogenic DFM Verified today

Blue Origin · 5 Locations · MechanicalYou'll own cryogenic propellant management components for Blue Moon landers, balancing hardware development with manufacturing engineering. Support design reviews, DFM/DFA analysis, process documentation, and…$121,023 to $169,432 per yearOn site

Liquid System Responsible Engineer III — Cryogenic Fluids CAD & Design Verified today

Blue Origin · 5 Locations · MechanicalYou will own cryogenic propellant management hardware design for Blue Origin's Blue Moon landers, from concept through release-ready CAD models and manufacturing drawings. Work on valves, manifolds, pressure…$121,023 to $169,432 per yearOn site

Thermal Engineer (Senior) Verified today

Apex Spacecraft · Los Angeles, CA · MechanicalOwn the thermal design and performance of Apex spacecraft from concept through flight. You'll develop and validate spacecraft-level thermal models, solve complex thermal challenges across the vehicle, and drive…$100,000 per yearOn site

Manufacturing Engineer - Thermal Protection System (TPS) Verified today

Varda Space · El Segundo, CA · MechanicalYou will own the manufacturing processes for ablative and insulative thermal protection systems that protect Varda's reentry capsules. Develop work instructions, surface preparation procedures, bonding…$119,543 to $172,673 per yearOn site

Thermal Development Technician, Robotic Welding (Starship) Verified today

SpaceX · Starbase, TX · MechanicalYou will maintain robotic welders, thermal chambers, and CNC machines that fabricate and test Starship's heat shield. You'll replace electrical and mechanical components, support ceramic tile production, and…On site

Mk1 Thermal Analysis Engineer II Verified today

Blue Origin · 5 Locations · MechanicalLead thermal analysis for the MK1 Lunar Lander, from component through full vehicle and mission-level evaluation. You will develop models, run worst-case analysis, and author reports supporting engineering…$107,136 to $149,990 per yearOn site

Thermal Engineer I - Early Career (2027 Starts) Verified today

Blue Origin · 4 Locations · MechanicalYou will support the design, analysis, and testing of spacecraft thermal control systems across Blue Origin's programs. Work alongside experienced engineers on both passive and active thermal hardware, gaining…$80,499 to $112,698 per yearOn siteEarly career

Senior Thermal Engineer Verified today

ICEYE · Warsaw, Poland · MechanicalYou will own the thermal design and optimization of ICEYE's next-generation satellite platform and imaging payload, ensuring precise thermal stability across the full lifecycle. Leading a small founding team…Hybrid

Launch and Flight Ops Engineer - Cryogenics Verified today

Blue Origin · Space Coast, FL · MechanicalYou will prepare New Glenn, Blue Origin's heavy-lift orbital launch vehicle, for flight by developing ground software, writing sequencer code, and operating launch systems. Earn launch controller certification…On site

Mk1 Active Thermal Hardware Engineer III Verified today

Blue Origin · 5 Locations · MechanicalYou will own the design and development of active thermal components and systems for the MK1 Lunar Lander from concept through flight operations, including pumps, valves, radiators, and coldplates. Work with…$130,706 to $182,988 per yearOn site

Mk1 Passive Thermal Hardware Engineer III Verified today

Blue Origin · 5 Locations · MechanicalLead passive thermal design for the Mk1 Lunar Lander from conception through flight operations. You'll develop thermal assemblies, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and drive hardware from concept to…$130,706 to $182,988 per yearOn site

Mk1 Senior Passive Thermal Hardware Engineer Verified today

Blue Origin · 5 Locations · MechanicalLead passive thermal design for the MK1 Lunar Lander from concept through flight operations. You'll own thermal assemblies, conduct analysis and testing, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver…$156,802 to $219,522 per yearOn site

Mk1 Senior Thermal Analysis Engineer Verified today

Blue Origin · 5 Locations · MechanicalYou will own thermal analysis for the Mk1 Lunar Lander across all mission phases, from launch through lunar surface operations. Develop and validate thermal models, analyze component and vehicle performance…$156,802 to $219,522 per yearOn site

Mk1 Thermal Drafter III Verified today

Blue Origin · 5 Locations · MechanicalYou'll prepare design layouts, detail drawings, and CAD assemblies for Blue Origin's MK1 lunar lander, the largest vehicle ever to land on the moon. Support engineering teams in thermal hardware development…On site

MK1 Vehicle Thermal and Fluids Integrator Verified today

Blue Origin · 3 Locations · MechanicalOwn the thermal and fluid systems integration for the MK1 Lunar Lander. You will define and manage vehicle-level requirements, interface control documents, leak budgets, and lead verification and validation…$110,938 to $155,313 per yearOn site

Principal Thermal Engineer Verified today

Blue Origin · 3 Locations · MechanicalOwn thermal and fluid system design across New Glenn's entire lifecycle, from conceptual design through flight operations. You'll lead aerothermal analysis, cryogenic systems, and TPS modeling while mentoring…$160,618 to $224,865 per yearOn site

Senior Satellite Thermal Engineer – LRU Design - TeraWave Verified today

Blue Origin · 2 Locations · MechanicalYou will own the complete thermal design and qualification of TeraWave satellite Line Replaceable Units, from requirements through production release. Drive thermal trades, develop correlated models, and…$144,179 to $201,850 per year

Senior Satellite Thermal Engineer – LRU Design - TeraWave Verified today

Blue Origin · 2 Locations · MechanicalOwn end-to-end thermal performance for TeraWave satellite Line Replaceable Units, from requirements and design through test, qualification, and production release. You will define thermal interfaces, develop…$144,179 to $201,850 per yearOn site