Thermal Analyst

What does this role look like?

Lockheed Martin Space is seeking a full‑time Senior Mechanical Engineer (Thermal Analysis). In this role you will support the Orion thermal analysis team performing preliminary and detailed level analysis on spacecraft components and subsystems (Avionics, Propulsion, etc.) and carrying out comprehensive modeling on the entire spacecraft thermal system using standardized processes and tools (Thermal Desktop, SINDA/Fluint).

Other related responsibilities include providing technical memos and input to data packages to support peer and customer reviews; presenting resultant design and analysis data to the spacecraft design/engineering team, customer technical representatives, and Program Office personnel at technical exchange meetings and formal design reviews; providing review, interpretation, flow down and implementation of all program requirements; supporting thermal engineering planning and execution of multi‑week Thermal Cycle or TVAC and On‑Orbit flight data;

and working interactively with diverse engineering disciplines in a fast‑paced environment to develop cost‑effective solutions to thermal control requirements while satisfying producibility objectives defined by Manufacturing and Quality.

The employee must develop solutions to complex problems requiring ingenuity and creativity, work without appreciable direction, and exercise considerable latitude in determining technical objectives and approaches to assignments.

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related technical field, with 3+ years of related experience and may have a post‑secondary degree or training in a related discipline.
• Thorough knowledge of heat transfer and thermodynamic principles and their practical engineering application.
• Experience executing engineering design, analysis, and verification across the product development lifecycle.
• Proficiency with CAD and thermal analysis tools (e.g., Creo, Thermal Desktop, ANSYS, or equivalent).
• Apply creative and innovative solutions and resolve anomalous performance issues across any component of the thermal system.
• Excellent technical communication skills, including the ability to document and present analytical results to cross‑functional stakeholders.
• Experience with test planning and execution.

• Hands‑on experience with Thermal Desktop and SINDA/FLUINT.
• Experience using Python for scripting, data analysis, or model automation.
• Familiarity with first‑order heat transfer hand calculations.
• Experience designing spacecraft thermal control systems and hardware.
• Strong analytical skills for design and analysis of spacecraft thermal control subsystems, including the ability to lead investigations of complex thermal issues.
• Engineering and operational experience with spacecraft thermal control subsystem hardware and software.
• Experience with testing thermal hardware in complex systems, both planning and execution or appropriate background and aptitude for skill development.
• Exposure to integration and test (I&T) operations, such as MLI blankets installation and inspection of passive/active thermal control features.
• Ability and willingness to perform technical tasks during non‑standard shifts, including 24/7 Thermal Cycle, TVAC, and launch support, with occasional extended hours.
• Skilled in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).

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Onsite full‑time at a designated Lockheed Martin facility.

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short‑Term Disability, Long‑Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Education Assistance, Parental Leave, Paid time off, Holidays.

Lockheed Martin is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to legally protected characteristics.

• Experience Level: Experienced Professional
• Business Unit: SPACE
• Shift: First
• Type:
  Full‑Time