Senior Thermal Analyst
$146,000–$194,000 year
On-siteLexington, Massachusetts, United States
Job Summary
Execute hand calculations and develop CFD models to predict temperatures and heat transfer, guiding preliminary design architecture and maturing prototype designs. Generate, maintain, and correlate integrated FEMs for imaging platforms while performing test-model correlation to validate analytical predictions against hardware testing data. Work closely with environmental test engineers to support instrumentation selection, test execution, and data processing for validation campaigns. Prepare technical reports for internal teams, management, and external customers, staying current with thermal analysis advancements and industry standards.
Required Qualifications
- Currently pursuing or have obtained a MS or higher degree in engineering or applied physics with focus on heat transfer and fluid dynamics
- 7+ years of experience in a thermal analysis or thermo-physics analysis role
- Thermal FEA experience – STAR-CCM+, ANSYS, Icepak, or Flotherm
- Familiarity with Matlab or Python (or equivalent) for developing analytical models and performing data acquisition & post-processing
- Experience with performing test-model correlation and test based characterization of critical modelling input parameters
- Good at working independently and with various teams and key stakeholders
- Highly motivated, self-starting, results oriented, and capable of working in a dynamic environment
- Eligible to obtain and maintain an active U.S. Secret security clearance
Desired Qualifications
- Performed structural, thermal, and optical performance (STOP) models for high performance imaging systems
- General knowledge of climatic and/or dynamic testing including understanding of various instrumentation and data acquisition fundamentals
- Knowledge on how to run and operate chambers, DAQs, and other major test apparatus
- CAD skills (any platform) and ability to make high quality engineering drawings that meet common industry standards
- Experience in an immersive interdisciplinary technical project (collegiate project teams or professional settings)
- Basic knowledge of MIL-STD-810 or equivalent
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