Mass-manufacturing productized satellite platforms to accelerate deployment of critical, next-generation constellations. Backed by a16z and CRV.
About the role
Apex is seeking a Senior Thermal Engineer to own the thermal design and performance of our spacecraft from concept through flight. In this role, you’ll solve complex thermal challenges across the vehicle, develop and validate spacecraft level thermal models, and directly influence hardware design and mission performance. You’ll work hands-on with flight hardware and partner across engineering teams to take thermal systems from early design through integration, test, launch, and on orbit operations.
What they're looking for
- U.S. Person status is required as this position requires access to export-controlled data
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field
- 5+ years of experience in thermal engineering or analysis
- Experience with thermal modeling and analysis tools
- Strong understanding of heat transfer and thermal engineering fundamentals
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to work in a fast-paced environment
More about this role
Spacecraft represent the most pressing unmet need across the entire aerospace industry. As more launch vehicles come online and the cost to orbit decreases, more companies launching payloads to space continue to emerge.
For the first time in history, this influx of payload companies combined with reduced launch costs has resulted in a massive increase in need for commercial spacecraft platforms, known as satellite buses. These buses hold the payloads of our customers and are flown on launch vehicles.
Apex manufactures these satellite buses at scale using a combination of software, vertical integration, and hardware that is designed for manufacturing. Our spacecraft enable the future of society: ranging from earth observation to communications and more.
We’d love for you to join us on our mission of providing humankind access to the galaxy beyond our planet.
Apex is seeking a Senior Thermal Engineer to own the thermal design and performance of our spacecraft from concept through flight. In this role, you’ll solve complex thermal challenges across the vehicle, develop and validate spacecraft level thermal models, and directly influence hardware design and mission performance. You’ll...
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