Spacecraft Thermal Engineer Job at Boeing (El Segundo)

Spacecraft Thermal Engineer

Spacecraft Thermal Engineer (Mid-Career) – Millennium Space Systems. Thermal Eng...

Location

United States , El Segundo

Salary:

102000.00 - 182500.00 USD / Year

Boeing

Expiration Date

February 09, 2026

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Physics, or other relevant fields
2 or more years of experience in the design, development, analysis, implementation, testing, and/or operation of spacecraft thermal systems or other related complex thermal systems
Proficiency with thermal analysis tools (e.g. Thermal Desktop, SINDA/FLUINT, ANSYS, Thermica)
Ability to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI Security Clearance

Job Responsibility

Perform spacecraft thermal design and analyses at the board, component, subsystem, and system level
Develop systems and spacecraft element thermal models to predict thermal loads, impacts, and temperature margins to support system design
Brief design and analysis materials to program managers, customers, and/or sponsors
Identify all materials, processes, and facilities to achieve a qualified spacecraft thermal design and operation
Assists in proposal and new business development efforts
Support thermal verification testing on spacecraft systems and components including test design, test conduct, data reduction, analysis, and reporting
Support the development of tools to aide in conceptual designs and post-processing analysis
Potential to cross-train with MLI team for hands-on support

What we offer

Generous company match to your 401(k)
Industry-leading tuition assistance program pays your institution directly
Fertility, adoption, and surrogacy benefits
Up to $10,000 gift match when you support your favorite nonprofit organizations

Fulltime

Chief Engineer, Space Missions

We have an exciting opportunity for a Chief Engineer, Space Missions located at ...

Location

United States , Littleton

Salary:

222000.00 - 280000.00 USD / Year

Redwire Space

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace Engineering, Systems Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field
20+ years of experience in spacecraft or complex aerospace system development
Demonstrated experience serving as a Chief Engineer, Lead Systems Engineer, or equivalent senior technical authority
Deep understanding of full spacecraft system architecture including mission design, avionics, power, GNC, software, structures, thermal, and integration & test
Proven ability to solve complex, cross-disciplinary technical problems and adjudicate difficult engineering tradeoffs
Experience leading technical execution through SRR, PDR, CDR, qualification, launch readiness, and on-orbit operations
Eligible for a U.S. security clearance

Job Responsibility

Serve as the senior technical authority across the Space Missions portfolio, ensuring technical integrity, rigor, and mission assurance
Allocate time across programs to address the most complex, high-risk technical challenges, providing hands-on technical leadership and independent technical judgment
Drive systems thinking throughout the full spacecraft lifecycle, ensuring cohesive architecture, requirements flow down, interfaces, and verification closure
Lead and participate in independent technical reviews, gate reviews, readiness assessments, anomaly and failure resolution efforts, and design decisions, bringing cross-program insight and historical context
Establish and uphold engineering principles, standards, and best practices across spacecraft, products, and disciplines
Mentor and coach technical leaders and Responsible Engineers
Provide technical oversight during proposal development, architecture definition, and early mission concept studies
Act as a trusted technical interface to customers, partners, and internal executives

What we offer

Highly competitive benefits package
Commitment to core values of Integrity, Innovation, Impact, Inclusion, and Excellence

Fulltime

Senior Systems Engineer

This role is an exciting opportunity to join the Systems team with responsibilit...

Location

United Kingdom , Guildford

Salary:

Not provided

Surrey Satellite Technology Limited

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Experienced spacecraft Systems Engineer (ideally 7+ years’ experience)
Experience of designing space missions starting from end-user requirements (cradle-to-grave)
Experience of designing and analysing space and ground segments to the sub-system level
Experience in requirements and verification management
Ideally with experience of spacecraft level verification testing
Ideally with system experience of in-orbit commissioning and associated spacecraft operations
A good degree or equivalent in Engineering, Physics or Maths
Good working knowledge of orbit analysis, constellation configurations, RF link analysis, system budgets, operations, ground segment, space environment and satellite mechanical and electrical architectures
Good knowledge of a wide range of satellite applications, e.g. Earth observation, communications, navigation, science etc.
Good knowledge of requirements management

Job Responsibility

Working with the Sales and Engineering teams in support of bid / tender activities to generate technical solutions for a variety of customers
System level design of space and ground segments including requirements analysis, sensitivity analysis, mission analysis and design trade-offs
System engineering throughout all project phases: Requirements management and engineering
Preliminary and critical design phase activities, including mission conops development
System / subsystem level interfacing and trade-offs
System assembly and integration
Test planning, requirement verification testing, and system validation
System commissioning and operations
Perform cost, risk, schedule and performance trades
Lead / support technical studies for a variety of customers

What we offer

32 days Holiday plus Bank Holidays
Pension Scheme with Life Assurance
Private Medical & International Travel Insurance
Annual Bonus Scheme
Share Incentive Plan
Enhanced Maternity, Paternity & Shared Parental Pay for new parents
High Street Discount Scheme

Satellite Electrical Power Systems Engineer

Are you an Electrical Power Systems specialist passionate about defining power a...

Location

United States , Los Angeles

Salary:

Not provided

NewSpace Technical

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

3+ years’ experience in spacecraft electrical power engineering, with at least one smallsat-class mission delivered to orbit
Strong understanding of EPS fundamentals: solar arrays, batteries, PCDU, regulation, switching, protections, grounding, and fault management
Proven experience producing power budgets, performing sizing exercises, and executing worst-case scenarios across mission phases
Experience with modelling/simulation tools and supporting test campaigns to validate designs
Familiarity with space-qualified parts and design constraints driven by radiation, thermal, and orbital environment effects
Hands-on experience supporting integration and test activities in cleanroom settings
Strong problem-solving mindset, able to operate in agile, cross-disciplinary engineering teams
Clear, confident communication style when working across subsystem teams, suppliers, and mission stakeholders

Job Responsibility

Own EPS requirements, architecture definition, and interface control documents (ICDs) across the spacecraft
Design and analyse solar array, battery, and power regulation/distribution systems to meet mission demands
Build and maintain detailed power budgets for all mission phases, including contingency and degraded scenarios
Perform modelling, simulation, and worst-case analysis (WCA) to verify subsystem robustness and margin
Drive component selection and qualification for ultra-low orbit environments, factoring radiation tolerance, atomic oxygen exposure, and thermal constraints
Support manufacturing, assembly, integration, and test (AIT) of the power subsystem in cleanroom environments
Develop and execute subsystem and system-level verification plans (functional, TVAC, vibration)
Lead EPS-focused reviews (PDR, CDR, TRR) and support system-level readiness reviews
Partner with spacecraft subsystem leads to run trade studies and influence system-level decisions
Support launch and early orbit ops, including on-orbit power monitoring, performance trending, and anomaly resolution

What we offer

Equity
Benefits
Flexible PTO

Fulltime

Test Engineer IV

Location

United States , Albuquerque

Salary:

Not provided

Arcfield

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

8-10 years of related experience with a bachelor’s degree or 6-8 years of related experience with a master’s degree in Systems Engineering or in related technical or scientific field such as engineering, operations research, or engineering management
or 3-5 years with a PhD
Must possess and be able to maintain a Top-Secret security clearance
Demonstrated experience related to Space Systems Research and Development and Experimentation for 1) large scale technology and small satellite research and development, systems engineering, assembly, integration, test and operations, and 2) rapid architecture prototyping, integration, hardware/software-in the loop experiments, modeling and simulation, and IT infrastructure to accelerate space technology acquisition and deployment
Demonstrated ability to identify and solve problems to further organizational goals
Commitment to understand, recognize, respect, and operate effectively with various contractors, Federally Funded Research and Development (FFRDC), and Government stakeholders
Demonstrated excellent written and verbal communication skills and the ability to lead or support multiple projects simultaneously
Demonstrated ability to support the customer’s needs and work autonomously

Job Responsibility

Lead systems engineering activities and provide analytical support for AFRL flight experiments and space technology programs, including requirements definition, design tradeoffs, concepts of operation, interface control documentation, and mission analyses
Lead and conduct comprehensive analyses through experimental testing, modeling and simulation, with a focus on developing and evaluating Model Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) models, comparing simulation results to experimental findings, and supporting program objectives
Support the assembly, integration, and testing of space technology, spacecraft, and high-altitude balloon experiments, including hardware/software design, fabrication, testing
Perform specialized engineering tasks (mechanical, thermal, electrical, structural) to support development for space technology, spacecraft, and high-altitude balloon experiment designs, including analysis and evaluation through experimental testing, modeling, and engineering analysis
Plan and execute flight experiment operations, including procedure development, CONOPS creation, and on-orbit operations support, and provide systems engineering support for flight experiments, mission design, and mission scope development
Develop and document design, test, and safety procedures for space technology programs and flight experiments, including Government Reference Designs (GRD) and Interface Control Documents (ICDs)
Prepare monthly status reports, document activities and lessons learned, and present technical information at meetings, reviews, and conferences. Provide support for technology transfer initiatives and travel to Government agencies and contractor locations as required
Manage the development of hardware/software-in-the-loop and cloud computing architectures, including implementation of cross-domain solutions, cybersecurity compliance with DoD frameworks, and software development, integration, and configuration management
Support full lifecycle space experiment prototyping, including design documentation preparation, hardware development and integration, software/firmware design and development, laboratory testing, data analysis, and technology transition planning to external mission partners

Fulltime

Mechanical Engineer IV

Location

United States , Albuquerque

Salary:

Not provided

Arcfield

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

8-10 years of related experience with a bachelor’s degree or 6-8 years of related experience with a master’s degree in Systems Engineering or in related technical or scientific field such as engineering, operations research, or engineering management
or 3-5 years with a PhD
Must possess and be able to maintain a Top-Secret security clearance
Demonstrated experience related to Space Systems Research and Development and Experimentation for 1) large scale technology and small satellite research and development, systems engineering, assembly, integration, test and operations, and 2) rapid architecture prototyping, integration, hardware/software-in-the loop experiments, modeling and simulation, and IT infrastructure to accelerate space technology acquisition and deployment
Demonstrated ability to identify and solve problems to further organizational goals
Commitment to understand, recognize, respect, and operate effectively with various contractors, Federally Funded Research and Development (FFRDC), and Government stakeholders
Demonstrated excellent written and verbal communication skills and the ability to lead or support multiple projects simultaneously
Demonstrated ability to support the customer’s needs and work autonomously

Job Responsibility

Lead systems engineering activities and provide analytical support for AFRL flight experiments and space technology programs, including requirements definition, design tradeoffs, concepts of operation, interface control documentation, and mission analyses
Lead and conduct comprehensive analyses through experimental testing, modeling and simulation, with a focus on developing and evaluating Model Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) models, comparing simulation results to experimental findings, and supporting program objectives
Support the assembly, integration, and testing of space technology, spacecraft, and high-altitude balloon experiments, including hardware/software design, fabrication, testing
Perform specialized engineering tasks (mechanical, thermal, electrical, structural) to support development for space technology, spacecraft, and high-altitude balloon experiment designs, including analysis and evaluation through experimental testing, modeling, and engineering analysis
Plan and execute flight experiment operations, including procedure development, CONOPS creation, and on-orbit operations support, and provide systems engineering support for flight experiments, mission design, and mission scope development
Develop and document design, test, and safety procedures for space technology programs and flight experiments, including Government Reference Designs (GRD) and Interface Control Documents (ICDs)
Prepare monthly status reports, document activities and lessons learned, and present technical information at meetings, reviews, and conferences. Provide support for technology transfer initiatives and travel to Government agencies and contractor locations as required
Manage the development of hardware/software-in-the-loop and cloud computing architectures, including implementation of cross-domain solutions, cybersecurity compliance with DoD frameworks, and software development, integration, and configuration management
Support full lifecycle space experiment prototyping, including design documentation preparation, hardware development and integration, software/firmware design and development, laboratory testing, data analysis, and technology transition planning to external mission partners

Fulltime

Test Engineer II

Location

United States , Albuquerque

Salary:

Not provided

Arcfield

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

2-4 years of related experience with a bachelor’s degree or 0-2 years of related experience with a master’s degree in Systems Engineering or in related technical or scientific field such as engineering, operations research, or engineering management
Must possess and be able to maintain a Top-Secret security clearance
Demonstrated experience related to Space Systems Research and Development and Experimentation for 1) large scale technology and small satellite research and development, systems engineering, assembly, integration, test and operations, and 2) rapid architecture prototyping, integration, hardware/software-in-the loop experiments, modeling and simulation, and IT infrastructure to accelerate space technology acquisition and deployment
Demonstrated ability to identify and solve problems to further organizational goals
Commitment to understand, recognize, respect, and operate effectively with various contractors, Federally Funded Research and Development (FFRDC), and Government stakeholders
Demonstrated excellent written and verbal communication skills and the ability to lead or support multiple projects simultaneously
Demonstrated ability to support the customer’s needs and work autonomously

Job Responsibility

Lead systems engineering activities and provide analytical support for AFRL flight experiments and space technology programs, including requirements definition, design tradeoffs, concepts of operation, interface control documentation, and mission analyses
Lead and conduct comprehensive analyses through experimental testing, modeling and simulation, with a focus on developing and evaluating Model Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) models, comparing simulation results to experimental findings, and supporting program objectives
Support the assembly, integration, and testing of space technology, spacecraft, and high-altitude balloon experiments, including hardware/software design, fabrication, testing
Perform specialized engineering tasks (mechanical, thermal, electrical, structural) to support development for space technology, spacecraft, and high-altitude balloon experiment designs, including analysis and evaluation through experimental testing, modeling, and engineering analysis
Plan and execute flight experiment operations, including procedure development, CONOPS creation, and on-orbit operations support, and provide systems engineering support for flight experiments, mission design, and mission scope development
Develop and document design, test, and safety procedures for space technology programs and flight experiments, including Government Reference Designs (GRD) and Interface Control Documents (ICDs)
Prepare monthly status reports, document activities and lessons learned, and present technical information at meetings, reviews, and conferences. Provide support for technology transfer initiatives and travel to Government agencies and contractor locations as required
Manage the development of hardware/software-in-the-loop and cloud computing architectures, including implementation of cross-domain solutions, cybersecurity compliance with DoD frameworks, and software development, integration, and configuration management
Support full lifecycle space experiment prototyping, including design documentation preparation, hardware development and integration, software/firmware design and development, laboratory testing, data analysis, and technology transition planning to external mission partners

Fulltime

New

Senior Systems Engineer – Space LiDAR Payload

Our client, a rapidly growing space technology startup, is seeking a Senior Syst...

Location

Germany , Berlin

Salary:

Not provided

NewSpace Technical

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Systems, Aerospace, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering (Master’s/PhD preferred)
7+ years of systems engineering experience (or 5+ with MSc/PhD), including space systems
Proven experience in payload- or subsystem-level systems engineering for flight hardware
Strong understanding of spacecraft systems (avionics, power, data handling, thermal)
Experience defining and managing technical requirements, interfaces, and verification plans
Familiarity with MBSE tools and processes
Strong cross-disciplinary coordination and technical review leadership skills
Excellent written English and experience producing agency-grade technical documentation
Fluency in English (C1 or higher)
Willingness to relocate to Berlin (EU work authorisation is a plus)

Job Responsibility

Lead end-to-end systems engineering for a space LiDAR payload from requirements definition through V&V
Define, manage, and maintain payload-level requirements, specifications, and ICDs
Own system-level budgets (power, mass, data, thermal) and ensure cross-subsystem compatibility
Drive system architecture development across optical, electrical, thermal, and structural domains
Coordinate and support system-level design reviews (SRR, PDR, CDR)
Support AIT planning, execution, and verification activities
Manage verification and validation, ensuring full requirements traceability
Contribute to risk management, FMEAs, and technical readiness assessments
Maintain requirements, design, and risk data within MBSE tools (Innoslate preferred
Valispace a plus)

Fulltime

Spacecraft Thermal Engineer

Boeing

Location:
United States , El Segundo

Category:
IT - Software Development

Contract Type:
Not provided

Salary:

Job Description:

Job Responsibility:

Requirements:

Nice to have:

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
January 03, 2026

Expiration:
February 09, 2026

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