Senior Thermal Engineer

Job Description

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The Boeing Defense, Space & Security (BDS) team is seeking a Senior Thermal Engineer located in Huntsville, AL, Houston TX or Kennedy Space Center, FL. The selected candidate will be responsible for creating or modifying thermal math models, running analytical cases to determine environments or temperatures of various components or structure of the SLS upper stage vehicle, and collaborating with other teams (e.g. Propulsion, Stress, etc.) to ensure requirements are satisfied and issues are resolved.

Position Responsibilities:

• Directs the development and documentation of large scale, complex mechanical and fluid system and thermal environment requirements to establish the system design

• Develops new design/analysis processes and tools to improve effectiveness, quality and efficiency of the development effort

• Investigates emerging technologies to develop concepts for future product designs to meet projected requirements

• Serves as technical consultant for disposition, corrective actions and coordination with cross-functional groups to identify/implement solutions and drive strategic improvements relative to production processes

• Coaches and mentors others

• Works under consultative direction

This position allows telecommuting. The selected candidate may be required to work onsite at one of the listed location options.

This position must meet export control compliance requirements. To meet export control compliance requirements, a “U.S. Person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. §120.15 is required.  “U.S. Person” includes U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee. 

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):

• Bachelor's, Master's or Doctorate of Science degree from an accredited course of study, in engineering, computer science, mathematics, physics or chemistry

• 10 years of experience in thermal design and analysis

• 10 years of experience with numerical analysis tools such as SINDA FLUINT, Thermal Desktop, CFD, etc.

 Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

• 7 years of experience with on-orbit vehicle or satellite thermal analysis experience

• 5 years of experience in thermal design and modeling of aerospace platforms

• 5 years of experience in NASA Space programs or a related Space or Defense program

• 3 years of experience providing technical leadership for an engineering team

Typical Education & Experience:
Bachelor's degree typically 14 or more years' experience in an engineering classification or a Master's degree with typically 12 or more years' experience in an engineering classification or a PhD degree with typically 9 or more years' experience in an engineering classification. Bachelor, Master or Doctorate of Science degree from an accredited course of study, in engineering, computer science, mathematics, physics or chemistry. ABET is the preferred, although not required, accreditation standard.

Relocation:

Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position. Candidates must live in the immediate area or relocate at their own expense.

Drug Free Workplace:

Boeing is a Drug Free Workplace where post offer applicants and employees are subject to testing for marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines, PCP, and alcohol when criteria is met as outlined in our policies. 

Shift Work Statement:

• This position is for 1st shift

NASA Access:

This position requires the ability to obtain access to a National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) facility.

At Boeing, we strive to deliver a Total Rewards package that will attract, engage and retain the top talent.  Elements of the Total Rewards package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities. 

The Boeing Company also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work. 

The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.

Please note that the salary information shown below is a general guideline only.  Salaries are based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations. 

Summary pay range: $136,850 - $197,800

Export Control Requirements: U.S. Government Export Control Status: This position must meet export control compliance requirements. To meet export control compliance requirements, a “U.S. Person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. §120.15 is required. “U.S. Person” includes U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Boeing is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.