Thermal Analyst

Senior Mechanical Engineer (Thermal Analysis)

This full‑time role supports the Orion thermal analysis team with preliminary and detailed level analysis of spacecraft components and subsystems, and comprehensive modeling of the entire spacecraft thermal system using standardized processes and tools (Thermal Desktop, SINDA/Fluint).

• Perform preliminary and detailed level analysis on spacecraft components and subsystems.
• Conduct comprehensive thermal modeling of the entire spacecraft system using Thermal Desktop and SINDA/Fluint.
• Produce technical memos and input data packages for peer and customer reviews.
• Present design and analysis data to spacecraft design/engineering teams, customer technical representatives, and Program Office personnel at technical exchange meetings and formal design reviews.
• Review, interpret, flow down, and implement all program requirements.
• Plan and support thermal engineering for multi‑week Thermal Cycle, TVAC, and On‑Orbit flight data.
• Collaborate with diverse engineering disciplines in a fast‑paced environment to develop cost‑effective solutions to thermal control requirements that meet producibility objectives from Manufacturing and Quality.
• Apply ingenuity and creativity to solve complex problems without substantial direction.

• 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).
• 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 to 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.
• Ability and willingness to perform technical tasks during non‑standard shifts, including 24/7 Thermal Cycle, TVAC, and launch support, with occasional extended hours.

Clearance Level: None

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 | Relocation Available:
Possible | Career Area:
Mechanical Engineering | Type:
Full‑Time |

Shift: First |

Location:

Onsite Full‑time