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Structural Analyst Principal - Core Thermal/Fluids Structural Analyst
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Blue Origin · 5 Locations · Mechanical
Lead 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 analysis, mentor teams, and serve as Structural Integrity Lead across thermal/fluids and mechanical systems.
$169,624 to $237,473 per year
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Mechanical Engineering, Thermal Control Systems
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Vast · Long Beach, CA · Mechanical
Design 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 integration across avionics and software teams.
$86,100 to $122,220 per year
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Mechanical Engineering, Thermal Control Systems (New Grad)
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Vast · Long Beach, CA · Mechanical
Design 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 build and troubleshoot hardware that keeps our artificial-gravity space station operational.
$86,100 to $122,220 per year
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Mechanical Engineer I (Thermal Design)
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Sierra Space · 2 Locations · Mechanical
You 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 technical documentation and collaborating across teams.
$77,234 to $106,197 per year
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Early career
Liquid System Responsible Engineer III — Cryogenic Fluids CAD & Design
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Blue Origin · 5 Locations · Mechanical
You'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 across the full system lifecycle.
$121,023 to $169,432 per year
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Thermal Analysis Engineer I
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Sierra Space · 2 Locations · Mechanical
Support 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 collaborate across engineering teams on mission-critical space systems.
$82,646 to $113,638 per year
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Early career
Thermal Hardware Specialist, Kiln - Level 4/5
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SpaceX · Cape Canaveral, FL · Mechanical
You 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 product quality. This hands-on role bridges technician operations with engineering oversight.
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Senior Spacecraft Thermal Engineer I
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Rocket Lab · Long Beach, CA · Mechanical
You'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 challenges for components bound for the Moon, Mars, and beyond.
$135,475 to $194,075 per year
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Senior Spacecraft Thermal Engineer II
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Rocket Lab · Long Beach, CA · Mechanical
You'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 subsystems bound for Moon, Mars, and beyond.
$164,500 to $255,275 per year
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Senior Thermal Analysis Engineer
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Varda Space · El Segundo, CA · Mechanical
You 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 collaborate across hardware, software, and mission ops teams.
$140,333 to $179,314 per year
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Thermal Hardware and Test Engineer II
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Varda Space · El Segundo, CA · Mechanical
You 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, instrumentation, thermal vacuum testing, and troubleshooting across mechanical, electrical, and fluid systems.
$119,543 to $152,749 per year
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Senior Aerothermal Analysis Engineer
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Outpost · Los Angeles, CA · Mechanical
You 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 test data to drive thermal protection system sizing, structural design, and trajectory limits for a reusable Earth-return vehicle.
$170,000 to $225,000 per year
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Senior Materials & Processes Engineer, Thermal Protection Systems & Soft Goods
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Relativity Space · Long Beach, CA · Mechanical
Own 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 across manufacturing, design, and reliability teams to enable the rocket's first flight and beyond.
$124,000 to $186,000 per year
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Thermal Protection System Materials and Process Engineer– New Glenn
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Blue Origin · 2 Locations · Mechanical
You'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 manufacturing teams, you'll conduct testing, troubleshoot production challenges, and transition processes to manufacturing.
$99,201 to $138,880 per year
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Spacecraft Thermal Engineer I
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Rocket Lab · Long Beach, CA · Mechanical
You'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 for spacecraft components destined for orbit.
$90,150 to $126,425 per year
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Early career
Sr Principal Thermal Engineer, Project Sunrise Orbital Data Centers
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Blue Origin · 2 Locations · Mechanical
Own 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, prototype rapidly on the ground, and validate in orbit as part of Blue Origin's satellite constellation.
$205,695 to $287,972 per year
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Lead Manufacturing Engineer, Thermal Control Systems
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Vast · Long Beach, CA · Mechanical
Lead 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 engineers and partnering with design to drive manufacturability.
$120,000 to $194,000 per year
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Thermal Analysis Engineer II (Clearance Required)
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Sierra Space · 2 Locations · Mechanical
You 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 vehicle-level design to mission-critical projects while documenting technical findings.
$94,203 to $129,550 per year
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Supervisor, Materials Management (Thermal Hardware Production)
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SpaceX · Cape Canaveral, FL · Mechanical
Supervise 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, and drive continuous improvement across supply chain and logistics.
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Senior Thermal Engineer – Constellations
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Blue Origin · 6 Locations · Mechanical
Design 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 through production manufacturability, working with payload, mechanical, avionics and power teams.
$156,802 to $219,522 per year
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Thermal Engineer
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Array Labs · Redwood City, CA · Mechanical
You 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 test flight hardware for a coordinated constellation.
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Liquid System Responsible Engineer III — Cryogenic DFM
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Blue Origin · 5 Locations · Mechanical
You'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 shop floor troubleshooting across valves, manifolds, regulators, and pressure vessels.
$121,023 to $169,432 per year
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Liquid System Responsible Engineer III — Cryogenic Fluids CAD & Design
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Blue Origin · 5 Locations · Mechanical
You 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 vessels, and fluid systems that will support crew and cargo transport to the lunar surface.
$121,023 to $169,432 per year
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Manufacturing Engineer - Thermal Protection System (TPS)
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Varda Space · El Segundo, CA · Mechanical
You 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 processes, and inspection methods for production-scale TPS fabrication.
$119,543 to $172,673 per year
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Mk1 Thermal Analysis Engineer II
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Blue Origin · 5 Locations · Mechanical
Lead 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 decisions across launch, cis-lunar transit, and lunar surface environments.
$107,136 to $149,990 per year
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Thermal Engineer I - Early Career (2027 Starts)
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Blue Origin · 4 Locations · Mechanical
You 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 hands-on experience with thermal integration and test activities.
$80,499 to $112,698 per year
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Mk1 Active Thermal Hardware Engineer III
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Blue Origin · 5 Locations · Mechanical
You 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 multi-discipline teams to mature module and vehicle designs, analyze thermal performance, and deliver world-class flight hardware.
$130,706 to $182,988 per year
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Mk1 Passive Thermal Hardware Engineer III
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Blue Origin · 5 Locations · Mechanical
Lead 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 vehicle integration on humanity's return to the moon.
$130,706 to $182,988 per year
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Mk1 Senior Passive Thermal Hardware Engineer
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Blue Origin · 5 Locations · Mechanical
Lead 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 hardware for lunar missions including NASA's VIPER rover.
$156,802 to $219,522 per year
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Mk1 Senior Thermal Analysis Engineer
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Blue Origin · 5 Locations · Mechanical
You 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, and mentor junior analysts using Thermal Desktop and industry-standard tools.
$156,802 to $219,522 per year
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Mk1 Thermal Drafter III
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Blue Origin · 5 Locations · Mechanical
You'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 using Creo and Windchill, managing complex assemblies and ensuring designs meet aerospace standards.
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MK1 Vehicle Thermal and Fluids Integrator
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Blue Origin · 3 Locations · Mechanical
Own 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 across design, testing, and certification.
$110,938 to $155,313 per year
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Principal Thermal Engineer
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Blue Origin · 3 Locations · Mechanical
Own 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 junior engineers on a critical heavy-lift vehicle programme.
$160,618 to $224,865 per year
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Senior Satellite Thermal Engineer – LRU Design - TeraWave
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Blue Origin · 2 Locations · Mechanical
You 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 support hardware testing for Blue Origin's revolutionary communications constellation.
$144,179 to $201,850 per year
Senior Satellite Thermal Engineer – LRU Design - TeraWave
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Blue Origin · 2 Locations · Mechanical
Own 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 correlated models, drive design trades, and ship flight hardware at constellation scale.
$144,179 to $201,850 per year
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Sr Manager - Thermal Processing Equipment
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Blue Origin · Los Angeles, CA · Mechanical
Own the full reliability lifecycle of Blue Origin's thermal processing equipment - ovens, furnaces, quench systems, and heat-treat assets. You will build and lead the engineering team, drive design inputs, oversee asset introduction, and represent thermal reliability across the organization.
$171,093 to $239,529 per year
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Thermal Analyst III
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Blue Origin · 2 Locations · Mechanical
You'll lead thermal design and analysis of rocket engine components from concept through testing and service. Working with cross-functional teams, you'll optimize cooling systems, perform FEA studies, and solve complex heat rejection challenges across multiple engine applications.
$121,023 to $169,432 per year
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Thermal Analyst Sr. - ACE
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Blue Origin · 5 Locations · Mechanical
Design and validate thermal control systems for Blue Origin spacecraft across ground, launch, and space environments. You'll develop system-level thermal models, correlate predictions to test data, and collaborate with design and systems teams to ensure reliable temperature control of spacecraft and electronics.
$145,188 to $203,263 per year
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Sourcing Manager (Cryogenics & Power Generation Capital)
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SpaceX · Cape Canaveral, FL · Mechanical
You will own end-to-end sourcing for cryogenic systems and power generation capital equipment supplying SpaceX's Starship program. Drive supplier strategies, cost reduction, and risk mitigation across multi-million-dollar CAPEX purchases for the launch site.
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Senior Thermal Engineer
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Muon Space · San Jose, CA · Mechanical
Own thermal design and verification for instruments across Muon's LEO satellite missions (SBEM, Quickbeam, Hydrosat). You will build thermal models, execute TVAC tests, design heat straps and radiators, and mentor junior engineers while contributing to spacecraft-level thermal balance.
$173,000 to $193,000 per year
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Thermal Engineer II
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Muon Space · San Jose, CA · Mechanical
Own the thermal design and analysis of spacecraft assemblies and subsystems from hand calcs through TVAC test support. You'll work independently and partner across mechanical, electrical, and systems teams at a LEO satellite builder.
$153,000 to $172,000 per year
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Senior Aerothermal Engineer
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Inversion Space · Playa Vista, CA · Mechanical
You will develop and maintain aerothermal environment databases across the full flight envelope of Inversion's Arc reentry vehicle, fusing high-fidelity CFD, engineering methods, and test data into products that drive TPS sizing and structural design.
$137,000 to $193,000 per year
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Senior Thermal Structures Engineer
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Inversion Space · Playa Vista, CA · Mechanical
You will own the detailed design of heat shield and hot structure hardware for Arc, Inversion's maneuverable reentry vehicle. Lead structural and thermal-structural analysis, manage thermally induced strains across joints and interfaces, and carry designs from concept through flight testing.
$137,000 to $193,000 per year
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Staff Aerothermal CFD Methods Engineer
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Inversion Space · Playa Vista, CA · Mechanical
Develop and extend computational fluid dynamics solvers that characterize the extreme aerothermal environments around reentry vehicles. You will build new physics models, numerical methods, and solver capabilities in high-enthalpy CFD, focusing on thermochemical non-equilibrium and multi-phase droplet modeling.
$161,000 to $221,000 per year
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Thermal Engineer (Falcon, Dragon, & Starfall)
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SpaceX · Hawthorne, CA · Mechanical
You will own the thermal design of Falcon, Dragon, and Starfall hardware end-to-end, from concept and modeling through CAD, build, and flight validation. Translate analysis into real design decisions on materials, coatings, and thermal control systems that keep components within limits across ascent, orbit, and reentry.
$100,000 to $117,500 per year
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Senior Thermal Analyst
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K2 Space · Los Angeles, CA · Mechanical
You will own end-to-end orbital thermal models for K2's spacecraft, leading steady-state and transient analyses across the full mission envelope. Partner with design engineers to develop active and passive thermal control systems, define thermal margins at design reviews, and mentor the analysis team.
$140,000 to $230,000 per year
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Spacecraft Thermal Engineer II
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Rocket Lab · Long Beach, CA · Mechanical
You'll own the thermal design, analysis, and testing of Rocket Lab's space vehicles. Lead thermal modeling, conduct trade studies, design component tests, and validate performance against in-flight data to keep missions within performance margins.
$110,875 to $143,625 per year
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Principal Thermal Design Engineer
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K2 Space · Los Angeles, CA · Mechanical
Design and analyze thermal systems for the largest high-power satellites ever built. You will own detailed thermal modeling at component and spacecraft level, develop passive and active thermal control hardware, and lead test campaigns from development to qualification.
$175,000 to $295,000 per year
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Senior Thermal Control System (TCS) Design Engineer
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K2 Space · Los Angeles, CA · Mechanical
Own the thermal control systems for K2's largest, highest-power satellites. You'll design active and passive cooling systems, lead thermal-vacuum testing campaigns, and build ground test equipment for production spacecraft launching in 2027.
$250 to $140,000 per year
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Senior Thermal Design Engineer
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K2 Space · Los Angeles, CA · Mechanical
Own the design, implementation and testing of active and passive thermal control systems on K2's largest, highest-power satellites. You'll size pump fluid loops, heat pipes, cold plates and ground support equipment, then lead thermal-vacuum testing campaigns to verify performance.
$140,000 to $250,000 per year
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Thermal Analyst
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K2 Space · Los Angeles, CA · Mechanical
Build thermal models that predict spacecraft temperatures across launch and on-orbit operations for K2's high-power satellites. You'll translate CAD geometry and mission timelines into simulations, correlate predictions against test data, and support the thermal design team.
$100,000 to $180,000 per year
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Thermal Control System (TCS) Design Engineer
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K2 Space · Los Angeles, CA · Mechanical
Own the design, build, and verification of thermal control systems for K2's largest-ever satellites. You'll size pump loops, heat pipes, and cold plates, then test them through thermal-vacuum campaigns and production scale-up.
$100,000 to $215,000 per year
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Mechanical Engineer III - Thermal Systems
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Sierra Space · 2 Locations · Mechanical
Own thermal design and analysis for spacecraft systems as a Responsible Engineer. You will solve complex propulsion, structures, and environmental thermal challenges independently, mentor junior engineers, and deliver mission-critical solutions for space platforms.
$110,664 to $152,184 per year
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Mechanical Engineer II, Thermal Control Systems
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Vast · Long Beach, CA · Mechanical
Own the design and development of thermal control systems and components for our artificial-gravity space station, from initial design trades through production and orbit insertion. You will iterate on manufacturing processes, perform systems engineering and fluid analyses, and lead design reviews with suppliers and customers.
$112,340 to $159,468 per year
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Senior Mechanical Engineer, Thermal Control Systems
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Vast · Long Beach, CA · Mechanical
Own the design and development of thermal control systems and components for artificial-gravity space stations, from initial design trades through validated flight hardware. You'll lead project delivery, perform systems engineering and fluid analyses, and work across interdisciplinary teams to ensure integration and manufacturability.
$137,760 to $195,552 per year
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Senior Thermal Engineer
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Vast · Long Beach, CA · Mechanical
Own thermal architecture and analysis for a high-power 15kW satellite bus designed to scale to hundreds of spacecraft per year. You'll drive thermal design decisions from architecture trade studies through flight delivery, tackling high-power-density challenges including Nvidia compute payloads and multiple thermal configurations.
$147,600 to $209,520 per year
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Staff Thermal Engineer
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Vast · Long Beach, CA · Mechanical
You will develop and optimize thermal control systems for Haven Station, Vast's next-generation commercial space stations. Lead thermal analysis, coordinate with other engineering disciplines, and execute thermal vacuum testing to solve critical spacecraft thermal challenges.
$175,480 to $249,096 per year
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Thermal Fluids Design Reliability Engineer
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Vast · Long Beach, CA · Mechanical
You will shepherd Haven-1's thermal, environmental control, and life support systems from design through build and test, ensuring they operate reliably over their intended lifespan without failure. Lead FMEA, design reviews, and test campaigns for the world's first commercial human-rated space station.
$162,360 to $265,392 per year
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Thermal Engineer (II or III)
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True Anomaly · Denver, CO +1 more · Mechanical
Design and analyze thermal systems for autonomous spacecraft and space-based interceptors. You will perform integrated thermal analysis, size heaters and radiators, develop thermal control component drawings, and support vacuum testing and on-orbit operations across multiple design reference missions.
$95,000 to $190,000 per year
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Thermal Engineer (Senior or Staff)
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True Anomaly · Denver, CO +1 more · Mechanical
Design and analyze thermal control systems for True Anomaly's autonomous spacecraft and space-based interceptors. You will own integrated thermal analysis, heater and radiator sizing, and thermal vacuum testing across design reference missions.
$160,000 to $285,000 per year
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Kiln Technician, Thermal Hardware (Starship)
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SpaceX · Cape Canaveral, FL · Mechanical
SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars. KILN TECHNICIAN, THERMAL HARDWARE (STARSHIP) The Kiln Technician is a hands-on, shop-floor role in a fast-paced, high-cadence...
Sr. Thermal Engineer, Thermal & Fluid Analysis (Starship)
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SpaceX · Hawthorne, CA · Mechanical
SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars. SR.
$130,000 to $180,000 per year
Thermal Development Technician (Starship)
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SpaceX · Cape Canaveral, FL · Mechanical
SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars. THERMAL DEVELOPMENT TECHNICIAN, HEAT SHIELD (STARSHIP) - MULTIPLE SHIFTS The Thermal Protection Systems (TPS) team tackles space...
Thermal Hardware Engineer (Starship Heat Shield)
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SpaceX · Cape Canaveral, FL · Mechanical
SpaceX was founded under the belief that a future where humanity is out exploring the stars is fundamentally more exciting than one where we are not. Today SpaceX is actively developing the technologies to make this possible, with the ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars. THERMAL HARDWARE ENGINEER (STARSHIP HEAT SHIELD) SpaceX is currently seeking talented individuals for a Thermal Hardware Engineer...
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Senior Thermal Engineer
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Relativity Space · Long Beach, CA · Mechanical
You will own the thermal architecture and development of systems like insulation, heaters, and thermal protection for Terran R, Relativity's reusable launch vehicle. Drive component and vehicle-level thermal analysis, lead testing campaigns, and collaborate across hardware and operations teams to solve extreme environment challenges.
$132,000 to $198,000 per year
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Staff Aerothermal CFD Engineer
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Inversion Space · Playa Vista, CA · Mechanical
You will lead high-fidelity aerothermal simulations of Inversion's Arc reentry spacecraft, focusing on rarefied flow physics and thermal environments. Develop and extend cutting-edge CFD tools, mentor engineers, and drive the modeling strategy for next-generation hypersonic systems.
$161,000 to $221,000 per year
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Sr. Spacecraft Thermal Engineer
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Observable Space · Los Angeles, CA · Mechanical
Design and optimize thermal control systems for spacecraft and telescope platforms, from radiators and heaters to thermal modelling and STOP analysis. You'll work across optics, mechanical, and electrical teams to ensure thermal stability and optical performance in ground and space environments.
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Thermal Engineer
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Cowboy Space · San Carlos, CA · Mechanical
Design and validate thermal control systems for high-power laser and compute platforms on orbit. You'll develop active and passive cooling architectures, run thermal-vacuum testing, and collaborate across mechanical and electrical teams to keep space hardware operating reliably in Low Earth Orbit.
$150,000 to $200,000 per year
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