Varda Space
Senior Thermal Analysis Engineer
El Segundo, California, United States · Senior
Work authorization required$140k-$179kDetected 1 day ago
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About the role
- A proactive problem-solving approach and commitment to meeting tight schedules are critical to supporting Varda's goals of expanding in-space manufacturing.
Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain integrated thermal analysis models for Varda's space vehicles
- Create and maintain tools/systems for model and flight data processing
- Collaborate with other spacecraft disciplines to drive hardware, software, and/or con-ops improvements
- Relocation support for new hires, if needed
Requirements
- B.S. in Mechanical, Aerospace, or a related discipline, with consideration given to equivalent professional experience (typically 3-6+ years)
- 3+ years of experience and knowledge in developing passive and active thermal control systems
- Proficiency in detailed thermal analysis in Thermal Desktop, SINDA/FLUINT
- Experience anchoring thermal models to test and/or flight data
- Experience in planning and executing Thermal Vacuum Chamber (TVac) testing
- Experience in MATLAB (or equivalent) for data processing and task automation
- Familiarity with thermal margins and qualification test requirements in SMC-S-016
- Master's degree in a related engineering discipline and 3+ years of related professional experience
- A track record of taking ownership of projects and delivering results in a fast-paced environment
Nice to have
- Preferred Skills and Experience
Compensation
- Leveling and base salary is determined by job-related skills, education level, experience level, and job performance
- Senior: $140,333- $179,314/per year
- Substantial incentive equity in a fully funded space start-up
- $20/pay period cell phone reimbursement
Benefits
- Flexible PTO policy + 12 paid holidays
- 100% company-paid Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance plans for employees and dependents with FSA and employer-matched HSA options
- $120/month wellness reimbursement for gym and fitness expenses
- 12 weeks of parental leave (with supplemental disability leave for CA mothers)
- Family building, pregnancy, parenting and menopause benefits via Maven Clinic
- Sponsored One Medical memberships for employees and their dependents
- Substantial incentive equity in a fully funded space start-up
- 401(k) retirement plan with 6% employer match (immediately vested)
- $20/pay period cell phone reimbursement
Company info
- We are in the mission of developing engineering systems for life-changing products in microgravity for patients on Earth and looking for skilled and driven teammates to help us get there.
Visa & Work Authorization
- Varda, like all employers, must ensure that its employees working in the United States are lawfully authorized to work in the U.S. Additionally, our employees are exposed to and have access to certain export-controlled items.
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