Thermal Analysis Engineer II

BLUE ORIGIN

. Perform thermal analysis for the MK1 Lunar Lander across component, vehicle, and mission levels .

Posted 11/3/2026full-timeUnited StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $98,208 - $149,990 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in thermal analysis and modeling for aerospace applications, utilizing tools such as Thermal Desktop and Sinda/Fluint. Strong communication skills facilitate collaboration with stakeholders and effective presentation of engineering conclusions.

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Thermal AnalysisThermal DesktopSinda/FluintPython ProgrammingMechanical Engineering Degree

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Hard Skills

Thermal Analysis SkillsThermal and Fluid Design FundamentalsHand CalculationsModeling Spacecraft Thermal PerformanceThermal Control Hardware FamiliarityC/C++ ProgrammingFORTRAN ProgrammingMatlab ProgrammingThermal Performance EvaluationEngineering Report Writing

Soft Skills

Strong Written CommunicationStrong Verbal CommunicationRelationship BuildingTrust Earning

Industry Keywords

Aerospace EngineeringThermal EngineeringLunar LanderComponent AnalysisVehicle AnalysisMission AnalysisDesign ReviewEngineering Decisions

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AssemblyPythonC++

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Perform thermal analysis for the MK1 Lunar Lander across component, vehicle, and mission levels
Collect analysis inputs from stakeholders and responsible vehicle and hardware engineers
Develop or modify thermal analysis models representing vehicle configuration and behavior
Create analysis cases to evaluate vehicle thermal performance under worst-case conditions
Analyze component and assembly thermal performance using hand calculations and Thermal Desktop models
Post-process analysis results and draw engineering conclusions
Author and publish analysis reports to support engineering decisions
Generate and present design review content to subsystem, vehicle, business unit partners, and customers

Requirements

What you’ll need

B.S. degree in mechanical or aerospace engineering or equivalent
2+ years of relevant Thermal Engineering/Analysis experience
Experience in thermal and fluid design fundamentals
Demonstrated thermal analysis skills
Familiarity with modeling spacecraft thermal performance using Thermal Desktop and Sinda/Fluint
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to earn trust and maintain positive and professional relationships
U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident, or lawfully admitted refugee or asylee
Standard background check required
Preferred: M.S. or PhD degree in mechanical or aerospace engineering
Preferred: 4+ years of relevant aerospace experience
Familiarity with thermal control hardware such as coldplates, radiators, heat exchangers, heaters, and multi-layer insulation
Experience in Python, C/C++, FORTRAN, or Matlab
Experience solving a variety of thermal problems demonstrating breadth in application

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Basic and supplemental life insurance
Paid parental leave
Short- and long-term disability
401(k) with company match of up to 5%
Education Support Program
Stock options for all regular employees working at least 20 hours/week
Up to four weeks of paid time off per year based on weekly scheduled hours
Up to 14 company-paid holidays
Potential benefits and bonuses based on role type, job level, individual contributions, and company results