Passive Thermal Control System; PTCS Thermal Analysis Engineer

Overview

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Are you passionate about human space exploration, understanding the origins of the universe, and working with a diverse team to make a difference? We need your talent, teamwork, and energy to help achieve great things that inspire people around the globe. We are excited about what we do and seek you on our team as we take on exciting challenges for NASA’s pursuits in deep space exploration, as NASA’s largest engineering solutions provider working with NASA centers across the United States.

We have an exciting opportunity for a PTCS Thermal Analysis Engineer to join the team with Intuitive Machines, a teammate company.

• Develop and maintain high-fidelity thermal models using tools such as Thermal Desktop and SINDA/FLUINT.
• Perform steady-state and transient thermal analyses for spacecraft components and integrated systems.
• Evaluate thermal performance under various mission phases, including launch, transit, lunar orbit, and quiescent modes.
• Support thermal verification activities, including test planning, data analysis, and model correlation.
• Collaborate with design teams to optimize thermal control strategies (e.g., insulation, heaters, radiators) and provide guidance on thermal considerations.
• Participate in design reviews, technical interchange meetings, and anomaly investigations.
• Document analysis results and present findings to internal stakeholders and NASA customers.
• Review NASA and vendor thermal designs to ensure compliance with requirements and best practices.

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering and typically 2–5 years of related experience.
• Experience with thermal analysis tools such as Thermal Desktop, COMSOL, ANSYS Fluent, or similar software.
• Proven experience in thermal analysis and design for aerospace systems.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills and the ability to coordinate support from a wide range of technical disciplines.
• Strong capability to assess and validate thermal designs for technical accuracy and compliance.

• BS degree in engineering from an accredited school and a minimum of two years of direct engineering experience.
• Familiar with JSC organizations, processes, and procedures.
• Experience in design, analysis, testing, certification, and operation of space PTCS systems and components (e.g., MLI, thermal blankets, radiators, heat pipes).
• Experience with Thermal Desktop is preferred.
• Familiarity with the Engineering Life Cycle process.

• Excellent personal and professional career growth
• 9/80 work schedule (every other Friday off), when applicable
• Onsite cafeteria (breakfast & lunch)
• Proof of U.S. Citizenship or US Permanent Residency may be a requirement
• Must be able to complete a U.S. government background investigation
• Management has the prerogative to select at any level for which the position is advertised

• Office environment with potential inside or outside work depending on task
• Work may involve sitting or standing for extended periods; lifting up to 25 lbs may be required
• Regular attendance is critical; ability to work outside normal schedule and adjust to peak periods

• Professional behavior that enhances productivity and promotes teamwork
• Grooming and dress must be appropriate and not pose a safety risk

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