Join the BAE Systems Space and Mission Systems (SMS) Cryogenic Engineering team as an Engineer! In this role, you will be tasked with developing and analyzing thermal models of cryogenic space payloads to ensure the design meets technical requirements.

The Engineering, Science and Analysis (ESA) Strategic Capabilities Unit comprises the technical talent and organizational leadership that enables the successful delivery of high-impact discriminating technologies for our customers’ missions. Our collaborative, cross-functional teams are committed to innovation, integrity, continual learning and strong execution.

• Cryogenic system thermal design and analysis of spacecraft and/or precision aerospace electro-mechanical, and/or opto-mechanical flight hardware systems, antenna communication systems, tactical video systems, components and/or ground support equipment and systems from concept through detail design.
• Analytical and numerical computation of heat transfer coefficients, temperature, and heat flow calculations; steady state and transient.
• Write or update reports and presentations of models and results.
• Give presentations to peers or team leads on task results or assigned topics.
• Support thermal vacuum testing operations (support on all shifts required).
• Maintain a regular and predictable work schedule.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships within the department, the Strategic Business Units, Strategic Capabilities Units and the Company. Interact appropriately with others in order to maintain a positive and productive work environment.
• Perform other duties as necessary.

On-Site Work Environment: This position requires regular in-person engagement by working on-site five days each normally scheduled week in the primary work location. Travel and local commute between company campuses and other possible non-company locations may be required.

• Work is performed in an office, laboratory, production floor, or cleanroom, outdoors or remote research environment.
• May occasionally work in production work centers where use of protective equipment and gear is required.
• May access other facilities in various weather conditions.

• BS degree or higher in Engineering or a related technical field is required.
• Each higher-level degree, i.e., Master’s Degree or Ph.D., may substitute for two years of experience. Related technical experience may be considered in lieu of education. Degree must be from a university, college, or school which is accredited by an agency recognized by the US Secretary of Education, US Department of Education.
• Working knowledge of thermal, radiation, and convection heat transfer principles and software.
• Experience with thermal math modeling using Thermal Desktop, SINDA, and Veritrek software tools is a plus.
• Working knowledge and experience using the CAD software SolidWorks and SpaceClaim or Ansys Discovery is desired.
• Experience in spacecraft and/or precision aerospace electro-mechanical, and/or opto-mechanical flight hardware systems, cryo systems, cryocoolers, cryoradiators, antenna communication systems, tactical video systems, components and/or ground support equipment cryogenic/thermal design.
• Knowledge of cryogenic processes and materials usage is a plus.
• Excellent Communication Skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

A security clearance or access with Polygraph is not required to be eligible for this position. However, the applicant must be willing and eligible for submission, depending on program requirements, after an offer is accepted and must be able to maintain the applicable clearance/access.

• Advanced degree is preferred.