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Thermal Engineer Overview<\/h2>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
Company Name<\/strong><\/td>\nNewOrbit Space<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Job Role<\/strong><\/td>\nThermal Engineer<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Qualifications<\/strong><\/td>\nNot specified<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Category<\/strong><\/td>\nE<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Job Type<\/strong><\/td>\nFull Time<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Location<\/strong><\/td>\nReading, United Kingdom<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

Company<\/strong><\/h2>\n

NewOrbit builds satellites that fly in very low Earth orbit, below 300 km, along with the electric propulsion that keeps them there.<\/p>\n

Flying closer to Earth means sharper imagery from smaller optics, and an orbit that cleans itself: our satellites de-orbit within a month at end of life, leaving no debris.<\/p>\n

Our AURA family of RF gridded ion thrusters powers our own NEO-1 satellite, with first flight planned for Q3 2028, and is also offered to other operators.<\/p>\n

Electric propulsion is what lets our satellites hold very low orbits, and our AURA RF gridded ion thruster is at the centre of it.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n

Role<\/strong><\/p>\n

We are looking for a skilled Thermal Engineer with experience in spacecraft thermal management at both the subsystem and spacecraft level.<\/p>\n

You\u2019ll work closely with a cross-functional team – including mechanical, propulsion, electronics, and mission planning – to ensure reliable thermal performance of our satellite throughout all mission phases: from launch to operation in orbit and end-of-life.<\/p>\n

You should be capable of delivering a thermal control system from scratch and taking full ownership of it, ensuring the success of our mission.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n

Key Responsibilities<\/strong><\/p>\n

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    Perform steady-state and transient thermal analysis of the spacecraft across all mission phases (TVAC testing, launch, orbit).<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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    Model and validate heat management strategies in the harsh environment of vacuum, where conduction and radiation are dominant<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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    Identify and manage worst-case scenarios in extreme thermal conditions (both hot and cold), accounting for on-orbit environmental factors and internal power dissipation<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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    Design and implement thermal control solutions such as multilayer insulation (MLI), radiators, heaters, thermo-optical coatings, thermistors, and thermal straps<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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    Develop and support thermal vacuum (TVAC) test procedures, instrumentation setup, and post-test data analysis.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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    Be hands on in hardware testing for validation of processes, instrumentation, and materials and components chosen for in house developments<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

    Fundamental Requirements<\/strong><\/p>\n

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      Solid understanding of thermal engineering principles in the context of spacecraft systems.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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      Hands-on experience with thermal simulation tools such as Systema, Thermal Desktop, ESATAN, or equivalent.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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      Experience with environmental and lab testing (TVAC, thermal cycling, AIT process
      validation).<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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      Comfortable working in a fast-paced, iterative development environment.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

      Nice-to-Haves<\/strong><\/p>\n

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        Experience designing or testing spacecraft thermal systems.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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        Exposure to multidisciplinary space system development or mission analysis.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

        Why NewOrbit Space?<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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          Pioneering space technology<\/strong> – Your work on our RF gridded ion thrusters and VLEO satellite platform will redefine satellite operations and challenge traditional LEO.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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          Ownership and impact<\/strong> – You’ll have a level of ownership that’s rare in the space industry, and you’ll take part in the full lifecycle of satellite technology.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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          Equity and competitive salary<\/strong> – Alongside a competitive salary you receive a company ownership stake, so you share in the technology you help build and in our collective success.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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          Comprehensive benefits<\/strong> – Private health insurance with dental and optical cover, and annual health check-ups.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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          Hybrid working<\/strong> – One dedicated remote day per week.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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          Visa sponsorship and relocation support<\/strong> – We sponsor visas and provide relocation support for candidates moving to join us.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

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