Thermal Analyst II - Lunar Permanence Verified today
Role
You will contribute to the definition and development of spacecraft thermal control systems for Blue Origin's Lunar Permanence business unit, which develops Blue Moon landers and related products. Working directly with NASA as part of the Human Landing System (HLS), you will own system-level transient thermal analysis of lunar transport vehicles in ground, launch, Earth orbit, cis-lunar space, lunar orbit, and lunar surface environments.
Typical responsibilities include:
- Capturing system inputs and requirements
- Constructing and vetting analysis models using Thermal Desktop
- Performing system-level trade studies
- Generating temperature and heat transfer predictions
- Documenting results and findings
You will work in a fast-paced environment, contributing innovative solutions while demonstrating personal leadership, technical competence, and attention to detail.
Required qualifications
- B.S. degree in mechanical or aerospace engineering
- 2 years relevant thermal engineering or analysis experience
- Solid understanding of thermal fundamentals
- Demonstrated thermal analysis skills
- Familiarity with modeling spacecraft thermal performance using Thermal Desktop and Sinda/Fluint
Desired qualifications
- M.S. degree in mechanical or aerospace engineering
- 5 years of relevant thermal engineering or analysis experience
- Demonstrated experience with Thermal Desktop and Sinda/Fluint
- Experience solving a variety of thermal problems across multiple application domains
- Proficiency in one or more programming languages (Python, C/C++, FORTRAN, Matlab)
- Demonstrated ability to automate common analysis processes
Compensation
Base pay range varies by location:
- CA: $99,201.00 - $138,880.35
- CO: $90,934.00 - $127,307.25
- WA: $99,201.00 - $138,880.35
- Other site ranges may differ
Benefits
- Medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance
- Paid parental leave
- Short and long-term disability
- 401(k) with company match up to 5%
- Education Support Program
- Stock options for regular employees (20+ hours/week)
- Up to 4 weeks paid time off annually plus up to 14 company-paid holidays
- Performance bonuses and eligibility subject to change
Employment requirements
Applicants must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted as a refugee or granted asylum. Blue's Standard Background Check is required for all positions.