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Thermal Engineer (II or III)
True Anomaly
Long Beach1mo ago
- Seniority
- Senior
About the role
<div class="content-intro"><p class="ms-outlook-mobile-reference-message">Space is a warfighting domain. True Anomaly seeks those with the talent and ambition to build the technology that secures it.</p>
<p class="ms-outlook-mobile-reference-message"><u>OUR MISSION</u></p>
<p class="ms-outlook-mobile-reference-message">True Anomaly delivers decisive capabilities for space superiority. We build autonomous spacecraft, advanced payloads, mission software, and space-based interceptors — enabling the U.S. and its Allies to secure the space environment and counter threats from the ultimate high ground.</p>
<p class="ms-outlook-mobile-reference-message"><u>OUR VALUES</u></p>
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<li class="ms-outlook-mobile-reference-message"><strong>Be the offset.</strong><span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span>We create asymmetric advantages with creativity and ingenuity.</li>
<li class="ms-outlook-mobile-reference-message"><strong>What would it take?</strong> We challenge assumptions to deliver ambitious results.</li>
<li class="ms-outlook-mobile-reference-message"><strong>It’s the people.</strong> Our team is our competitive advantage and we are better together.</li>
</ul></div><p><u>YOUR MISSION</u></p>
<p>True Anomaly is looking for a creative Thermal Engineer to develop new spacecraft. In this role you will be work with a multi-disciplinary product team to rapidly develop and produce new space systems. </p>
<p><strong>RESPONSIBILITIES</strong></p>
<ul>
<li><span data-contrast="none">Work with a product focused team including mechanical, electrical, software, and automation engineers to rapidly develop revolutionary thermal designs</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":true,"134233118":true,"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":240}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="none">Perform integrated thermal analysis to determine heater/radiator sizing and external coatings required to maintain all elements of the SV in thermal limits</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":true,"134233118":true,"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":240}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="none">Perform thermal detailed analysis over variety of design reference missions (DRM’s)</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":true,"134233118":true,"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":240}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="none">Design and help develop detail piece part and assembly drawings for heaters, MLI, and other thermal control components</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":true,"134233118":true,"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":240}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="none">Assist with electronic board level thermal analysis</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":true,"134233118":true,"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":240}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="none">Coordinate thermal interfaces between subsystems</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":true,"134233118":true,"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":240}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="none">Support Thermal Vacuum and Thermal Cycle testing</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":true,"134233118":true,"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":240}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">Support on orbit operations</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":259}"> </span></li>
</ul>
<p><strong>QUALIFICATIONS</strong></p>
<ul>
<li><span data-contrast="none">Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or equivalent</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":true,"134233118":true,"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":240}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="none">2+ years of professional experience in space thermal analysis and design</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":true,"134233118":true,"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":240}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="none">Demonstrated excellence in thermal vacuum testing and model correlation</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":true,"134233118":true,"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":240}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="none">Thermal experience with spacecraft subcomponents such as optical payloads, mechanisms, structures, etc. </span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":true,"134233118":true,"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":240}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="none">Experience in tools such as Thermal Desktop and Solidworks</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":true,"134233118":true,"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":240}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="none">Demonstrated ability to work in a multidisciplinary team</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":true,"134233118":true,"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":240}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="none">Excellent written and verbal communication skills</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":true,"134233118":true,"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":240}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">Strong Desire to be accountable to day to day tasks, own mistakes, and drive balanced solutions to closure through sound technical solutions and a sense of urgency</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":true,"134233118":true,"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":240}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">Strong Willingness to go above and beyond to achieve team success through task execution and collaboration</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":true,"134233118":true,"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":240}"> </span></li>
</ul>
<p><strong>PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE</strong></p>
<ul>
<li><span data-contrast="none">Master’s degree in aerospace</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":true,"134233118":true,"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":240}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="none">Demonstrated ability to work autonomously with little input on requirements or management oversight</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":true,"134233118":true,"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":240}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="none">5+ years of experience in development and production of space thermal systems</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":true,"134233118":true,"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":240}"> </span></li>
</ul>
<p><strong>COMPENSATION</strong></p>
<ul>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="2" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"><strong><span data-contrast="none">Base Salaries:</span></strong>
<ul>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="2" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"><strong><span data-contrast="none">Thermal Engineer II: </span></strong><span data-contrast="none">$85,000-$135,000</span></li>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="2" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"><strong><span data-contrast="none">Thermal Engineer III: </span></strong><span data-contrast="none">$105,000-$170,000</span></li>
</ul>
</li>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="2" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"><strong><span data-contrast="none">Equity + Benefits</span></strong><span data-contrast="none"> including Health, Dental, Vision, HRA/HSA options, PTO and paid holidays, 401K, Parental Leave</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":true,"134233118":true,"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":240}"> </span></li>
</ul>
<p><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":true,"134233118":true,"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":240}"><em><span class="TextRun SCXW83253800 BCX0" lang="EN-US" data-contrast="none"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW83253800 BCX0">Your actual level and base salary will be </span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW83253800 BCX0">determined</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW83253800 BCX0"> on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, location, and experience.</span></span></em><span class="EOP SCXW83253800 BCX0" data-ccp-props="{"335559739":0}"> </span></span></p>
<p><strong>ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS</strong></p>
<ul>
<li><span class="TextRun SCXW115139810 BCX8" lang="EN-US" data-contrast="auto"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW115139810 BCX8">Ability to </span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW115139810 BCX8">maintain</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW115139810 BCX8"> or obtain TS//SCI </span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW115139810 BCX8">clearance</span></span></li>
<li><strong>Work Location</strong>—this role will be fully onsite at our GravityWorks factory in Centennial, CO or Long Beach, CA</li>
<li><strong>Work environment</strong>—the work environment; temperature, noise level, inside or outside, or other factors that will affect the person's working conditions while performing the job</li>
<li><strong>Physical demands</strong>—the physical demands of the job, including bending, sitting, lifting and driving</li>
</ul>
<p><span class="TextRun SCXW267002851 BCX0" lang="EN-US" data-contrast="auto"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW267002851 BCX0">This position will be open until it is successfully filled. To </span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW267002851 BCX0">submit</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW267002851 BCX0"> your application, please follow the directions below. #LI-Onsite</span></span><span class="TextRun MacChromeBold SCXW267002851 BCX0" lang="EN-US" data-contrast="none"> </span></p><div class="content-conclusion"><p>To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.</p>
<p>True Anomaly is committed to equal employment opportunity on any basis protected by applicable state and federal laws. If you have a disability or additional need that requires accommodation, please do not hesitate to let us.</p>
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Perks & benefits
- 401k
- Paid Time Off
- Equity Compensation
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