Graduate Spacecraft Thermal Engineer

UK Research and Innovation

Sep 17, 2023

Applications are closed

Job
Full-time
Entry Level
Engineering
£31.8K
Oxford

Requirements

Essential:
Achieved, or be on course to achieve, a minimum 2:1 degree in a relevant field of study
Have the right to live and work in the UK at the time of starting employment
A-Levels in Mathematics or Physics at a minimum of grade C, or an equivalent qualification
Clear interest and enthusiasm for the post and space thermal engineering
Presents and communicates information clearly
Understanding of heat transfer principles
Appreciation of spacecraft thermal control
Broad engineering knowledge
Can demonstrate good team working capabilities
Desirable:
Space engineering qualification or spacecraft specific modules as part of qualification
Use of thermal analysis software
Computer programming experience
Hands-on practical skills (e.g. workshop experience, parts assembly or testing)
General space thermal/systems engineering knowledge
Ability to travel in the UK and abroad (including overnight absences)

Responsibilities

While being fully supported by the team, this opportunity will have the following responsibilities:
To use sound mechanical engineering principles to develop thermal control systems, from initial conceptual designs through to in-depth design specification and hardware assembly
To perform computer-based analysis (using software such as ESATAN-TMS and Systema Thermica) and hand calculations to predict and verify the thermal performance of space hardware, and as tools to optimise their thermal control systems.
To contribute to thermal testing, which can include designing and commissioning the test configuration, preparing test procedures, managing the day-to-day test activities and producing test reports.
To work closely with other engineering disciplines and groups, both at RAL and at other world leading national/international organisations. Some travel in the UK and abroad is possible
To produce well-written documents (such as design reports and test specifications) and communicate information effectively to both expert and non-expert audiences.

UK Research and Innovation

Government

Industry

1001-5000

Employees

2018

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