Thermal Analysis Engineer

About the Role

The Thermal Analysis Engineer will support the space program located in Houston, Texas (77058).

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain high-fidelity thermal models using tools such as Thermal Desktop and SINDA/FLUINT.
• Perform steady-state and transient thermal analyses for spacecraft components and integrated systems.
• Evaluate thermal performance under various mission phases, including launch, transit, lunar orbit, and quiescent modes.
• Support thermal verification activities, including test planning, data analysis, and model correlation.
• Collaborate with design teams to optimize thermal control strategies (e.g., insulation, heaters, radiators) and provide guidance on thermal considerations.
• Participate in design reviews, technical interchange meetings, and anomaly investigations.
• Document analysis results and present findings to internal stakeholders and NASA customers.
• Review and provide feedback on NASA and vendor thermal designs to ensure compliance with requirements and best practices.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• US Citizenship or Permanent Resident status due to the sensitivity of customer-related information.
• Experience in the space industry or Department of Defense/Department of War.
• Bachelor's degree in the field of engineering.
• Minimum of 2 years of recent and related work experience.
• Experience with thermal analysis tools such as Thermal Desktop, COMSOL, Ansys Fluent, or similar industry-standard software.
• Proven experience in thermal analysis and design for aerospace systems.
• Strong capability to assess and validate thermal designs for technical accuracy and compliance.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills and the ability to coordinate support from a wide range of technical disciplines.

Desired Qualifications

• Familiarity with JSC organizations, processes, and procedures.
• Experience in design, analysis, testing, certification, and operation of space PTCS systems and components, including multilayer insulation (MLI), thermal blankets, surface coatings, radiators, heat pipes, and other passive thermal hardware during pre-launch, flight, and post-landing phases.
• Experience with Thermal Desktop is preferred.
• Familiarity with the Engineering Life Cycle process.

Work Location

This position is located onsite in Houston, Texas, and offers a 9/80 schedule with every other Friday off. Some travel may be required. Schedules are subject to change based on the requirements of the position and/or customer needs.

Additional Requirements

• Ability to pass a national agency check and, for some positions, obtain clearance through an extensive background verification/check process.
• Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screen and participate in periodic random drug and alcohol screenings.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and TEAMS).
• Strong work ethic, team player, and culture-oriented mindset.
• Effective communication skills, both verbal and written, with internal and external customers.
• Ability to follow company programs, processes, procedures, practices, requirements, goals, and objectives.
• Organized with good time management skills, able to work outside normal schedule and adjust to meet peak periods and surge requirements.

Physical Demands

Work may involve sitting or standing for extended periods (90% of the time) and may require lifting and carrying up to 25 lbs. (5% of the time). Regular attendance in accordance with an established work schedule is critical.

Benefits

• Medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, disability benefits, and life insurance.
• Retirement 401k.
• Vacation, sick pay, and holidays.
• Flexible work schedules (when available).
• Professional training and development opportunities.

About Bastion

Bastion offers career opportunities with competitive benefits, exciting possibilities for advancement, and an exceptional work environment. The well-being of our employees is a priority, and our flexibility allows our employees a great work-life balance. Our culture is based on strong business ethics, integrity, and professionalism. Our team members are known for their initiative and high-quality work. When it comes to our employees, we value, respect, and help them grow in their careers.