Satellite Thermal Engineer II - TeraWave
About The Position
Blue Origin is pioneering the future of space-based communications with TeraWave, a revolutionary satellite communications network designed to deliver symmetrical data speeds of up to 6 Tbps anywhere on Earth. This multi-orbit constellation will consist of optically interconnected satellites in low Earth orbit (LEO) and medium Earth orbit (MEO), providing enterprise-grade connectivity for critical operations worldwide. This position is part of Blue Origin's TeraWave business unit, a newly announced satellite communications network designed to deliver symmetrical data speeds of up to 6 Tbps anywhere on Earth. TeraWave consists of 5,408 optically interconnected satellites in low Earth orbit (LEO) and medium Earth orbit (MEO), providing enterprise-grade connectivity for critical operations.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering
- 2+ years of experience in spacecraft thermal engineering or related thermal control systems
- Proficiency with thermal modeling software (e.g., Thermal Desktop, SINDA/FLUINT)
- Experience with thermal analysis of spacecraft systems and components
- Knowledge of heat transfer principles and thermal control techniques for space applications
- Familiarity with spacecraft thermal testing methodologies, including thermal vacuum testing
- Knowledge of space environment effects on thermal performance
- Must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum.
Nice To Haves
- Extensive experience with logic-heavy Thermal Desktop models
- Experience with thermal design for satellite constellations or communications satellites
- Experience with high production rate manufacturing and test
- Experience with thermal component and material selection and system integration
- Knowledge of optical communications systems and their thermal requirements
- Experience with thermal-structural coupled analysis
- Knowledge of advanced thermal control technologies (e.g., variable conductance heat pipes, loop heat pipes ,phase change materials)
- Familiarity with knowledge capture systems, integrated engineering tools and rapid development processes
- Knowledge in the use of 3D CAD tools
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Excellent communication and documentation abilities
Responsibilities
- Support all aspects of thermal design for TeraWave satellite systems as part of a small, hard-working, and accomplished team of experts
- Design and implement thermal control systems for TeraWave satellite constellation, including radiators, multi-layer insulation, heat pipes, and other passive/active thermal control components
- Develop detailed thermal models using industry-standard tools like Thermal Desktop to predict spacecraft thermal behavior in the space environment
- Perform thermal analysis for LEO and MEO satellite configurations to ensure optimal performance of TeraWave's high- speed communications systems
- Integrate third-party thermal models into Blue Origin satellite models
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to establish thermal requirements and ensure thermal compatibility with other subsystems
- Develop thermal loads from first principles, literature, and experiment
- Support configuration development, detailed design, and verification activities
- Analyze thermal test data and correlate with thermal models to validate design performance
- Support thermal vacuum testing campaigns for TeraWave satellite hardware
- Develop thermal control procedures for spacecraft operations in various mission phases
- Troubleshoot thermal issues during integration and test phases
- Document and maintain analysis inputs, models, and results according to Blue Origin standards
Benefits
- Medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance, paid parental leave, short and long-term disability, 401(k) with a company match of up to 5%, and an Education Support Program.
- Stock Options for all regular employees (working at least 20 hours/week)
- Paid Time Off: Up to four (4) weeks per year based on weekly scheduled hours, and up to 14 company-paid holidays.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
