Thermal Engineer Sr

Lockheed Martin•Orlando, FL

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

As the Thermal Analysis Mechanical Engineer, you will be responsible for leading the creation and validation of thermal models for mechanical, structural, optical, and electronic assemblies. You will collaborate closely with designers, suppliers, and test engineers to ensure that all components meet stringent performance, reliability, and safety specifications. This role is within the Mechanical Analysis team at Lockheed Martin Missiles & Fire Control (MFC), focusing on pioneering thermal and structural analysis solutions for precision engagement systems used by various military branches, NASA, allied forces, and civilian nuclear power customers.

Requirements

Minimum of 3 years of professional experience in Thermal Engineering or Thermal Analysis with knowledge of Computational Fluid Dynamics.
Experience with CFD solvers, preferably FloEFD 2021.3 (or higher) OR other comparable CFD pre/postprocessors.
Experience with FEM solvers, preferably Siemens SimCenter 3D 2020 Thermal (or higher) OR other comparable FEM pre/postprocessors.
Must be a U.S. Citizen.
Ability to obtain a secret clearance.

Nice To Haves

Proficiency in active thermal control hydraulics and refrigeration, as it relates in the Aerospace sector.
Demonstrated thermal test planning and execution skills.
Demonstrated strength in either thermal analysis with a desire to learn more.
Demonstrated strong problem solving and analytical skills.
Excellent writing and verbal communication skills for generating test plans, test reports, documentation and potentially proposals.
Proficiency in Microsoft Windows, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Experience with FORTRAN style input decks OR other comparable computer language.
Experience with ablative thermal protection systems.

Responsibilities

Researching and developing viable thermal and structural solutions for complex systems and components.
Building, calibrating, and correlating analytical models to support product development decisions.
Planning and executing performance, structural, and thermal tests; capturing and interpreting measurement data.
Documenting and reporting thermal and structural performance results for internal and external stakeholders.
Assessing design concepts against specification limits, reliability targets, and cost constraints.
Collaborating with material and parts suppliers (plastics, composites, metals, ceramics, additive manufactured parts, fans, blowers, heat sinks, and thermal interface materials) to source optimal solutions.