Senior/Staff Thermal Engineer

Join to apply for the Senior/Staff Thermal Engineer role at AscendArc Join to apply for the Senior/Staff Thermal Engineer role at AscendArc This range is provided by AscendArc. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more. Base pay range $120,000.00/yr - $190,000.00/yr Direct message the job poster from AscendArc Join our growing team and be a part of revolutionizing the satellite communications industry. Come join us in shaping the future! Get in on the ground floor as an early member of our Mechanical team as a Thermal Engineer developing a revolutionary satellite communications system. Connect the vision to the hardware, build it, test it and fly it. AscendArc is a seed stage startup founded to revolutionize the satellite communications industry. We are looking for doers who want to work in a ground-breaking and fast-paced environment. Our success will depend on your energy, skill, and creativity. Responsibilities Lead the development of global spacecraft thermal models and subsystem trade studies. Define and implement thermal control system specifications and test requirements. Translate mission environments into thermal design requirements, balancing heritage systems with first-principles analysis. Influence hardware qualification plans and support test campaigns with analysis, instrumentation planning, and data interpretation. Qualifications Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering, with a focus in thermal sciences or related discipline 5+ years of experience in thermal analysis, preferably in spacecraft or aerospace applications Proficiency with industry-standard thermal modeling tools, Ansys Thermal Desktop preferred Strong understanding of thermal control systems, space environments, and heat transfer fundamentals Hands-on experience supporting thermal testing, including instrumentation planning and data analysis Who We’re Looking For We’re searching for exceptional talent at any career stage — from early-career engineers to senior and staff-level experts. Compensation will be adjusted accordingly. More than years of experience, we value high-caliber individuals with the drive and creativity to help launch Oregon’s first commercial communications satellite. We’re looking for people who: Thrive in a cradle-to-grave design environment and take ownership from concept through launch. Bring energy, curiosity, and a responsible engineering mindset. Want to work alongside other exceptional people in an environment where great ideas rise to the top. The base salary range for this position is $120,000-190,000/year. When determining an individual’s compensation, we consider several factors including skillset, experience, job scope, and current market data, so pay for this role may vary from the amounts listed. AscendArc is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factor or legally protected status. Seniority level Seniority level Mid-Senior level Employment type Employment type Full-time Job function Industries Defense and Space Manufacturing Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at AscendArc by 2x Inferred from the description for this job Medical insurance Vision insurance 401(k) Get notified about new Thermal Engineer jobs in Beaverton, OR . Portland, OR $85,000.00-$100,000.00 1 week ago Modeling Engineer 3 (Thermal, CFD, AI/ML) Wilsonville, OR $90,000.00-$125,000.00 5 days ago Hillsboro, OR $65,000.00-$75,000.00 1 year ago Portland, Oregon Metropolitan Area $113,955.00-$178,237.00 3 weeks ago Portland, OR $110,000.00-$120,000.00 1 month ago Portland, OR $100,000.00-$123,000.00 1 week ago Portland, Oregon Metropolitan Area 1 month ago Happy Valley, OR $44.00-$58.00 55 minutes ago Portland, Oregon Metropolitan Area $90,879.00-$120,500.00 2 weeks ago Portland, Oregon Metropolitan Area $113,955.00-$178,237.00 3 weeks ago Project Engineer I - Advanced Technology & Manufacturing Portland, Oregon Metropolitan Area $136,742.00-$213,878.00 3 weeks ago Project Engineer II - Advanced Technology & Manufacturing Portland, Oregon Metropolitan Area $113,955.00-$178,237.00 5 days ago Portland, Oregon Metropolitan Area 2 weeks ago Portland, OR $67,000.00-$134,000.00 4 days ago Portland, OR $73,500.00-$111,100.00 6 days ago We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI. #J-18808-Ljbffr AscendArc