Advanced Staff Thermal Systems Engineer

• Develop and be responsible for program architecture and technical approach
• Lead technical development projects and serve as the primary technical point of contact for clients
• Manage multidisciplinary project teams covering thermal analysis, installation, mechanical design and analysis, reliability, controls, electronics and software, and testing
• Serve as technical lead for programs and coordinate technical activities with internal and external resources
• Identify and manage program technical risks with the Program Manager
• Manage technical requirements through traceability, decomposition, derivation, and verification and validation
• Allocate and decompose high-level requirements into lower-level specifications for functional groups, components, and suppliers
• Contribute to technical strategy and the growth and maturation of the engineering team
• Research and recommend investments or changes in technology, toolsets, procedures, equipment, and systems
• Communicate and collaborate with customers and suppliers during design development
• Review and approve documentation for transition from prototype to production
• Provide engineering support to troubleshoot and diagnose non-performing products, including RCCA and lessons learned
• Lead and mentor junior staff
• Participate in development of the technical team

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in Systems Engineering, preferably within Thermal Management Systems
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering from an accredited university or college, with 15+ years of work experience in Systems Engineering, preferably within Thermal Management Systems
• Working knowledge of aerospace technical disciplines including requirements management, technical verification and validation, mechanical design, materials, modeling/documentation, structural analysis, thermal fluid sciences, electrical systems, system controls, embedded controls, development testing and analysis, and qualification analysis and testing
• Understanding of aerospace requirements management methodologies and processes, including traceability, decomposition, derivation, verification, and validation
• Functional understanding of major aircraft systems, including environmental control systems, powerplant, electrical, hydraulics, controls, avionics, power generation, and structures
• Experience with Vapor Cycle Systems, Liquid Cooling Systems, and/or Air Cycle Systems
• Experience with standard components in VCS, LCS, and ACS, including heat exchangers, pumps, compressors, turbines, fans, valves, motor and motor controllers, and water collectors/separators
• Familiarity with environmental testing and qualification methods such as MIL-STD-810 and DO-160
• Experience with requirements management tools and model-based systems engineering tools and processes heavily desired
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills
• Demonstrated ability to analyze and resolve problems
• Demonstrated ability to lead programs/projects
• Ability to document, plan, market, and execute programs
• Established project management skills
• Ability to prove U.S. Person status as a U.S. lawful permanent resident, U.S. Citizen, or protected individual under the Immigration and Naturalization Act
• Legally authorized to work in the United States

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in Systems Engineering with a focus on Thermal Management Systems, including requirements management, technical verification, and validation. Proven ability to lead multidisciplinary teams, manage technical risks, and communicate effectively with clients and stakeholders.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• Systems Engineering
• Thermal Management Systems
• Requirements Management
• Technical Verification and Validation
• Project Management

Hard Skills

• Mechanical Design
• Thermal Fluid Sciences
• Embedded Controls
• Development Testing and Analysis
• Qualification Analysis and Testing
• Vapor Cycle Systems
• Liquid Cooling Systems
• Air Cycle Systems
• Environmental Testing
• Model-Based Systems Engineering

Soft Skills

• Strong Oral Communication
• Strong Written Communication
• Interpersonal Skills
• Leadership Skills
• Problem-Solving

Industry Keywords

• Aerospace
• Environmental Control Systems
• Powerplant
• Electrical Systems
• Hydraulics
• Avionics
• MIL-STD-810
• DO-160

Tools & Technologies

• Requirements Management Tools
• Model-Based Systems Engineering Tools