Sr Lead Thermal/Fluids Engineer (Finance)
Description
This position provides senior leadership in active thermal design, analysis, and test support of the Human Landing System (HLS) to deliver American astronauts - the first woman and next man - on the Moon's south pole.
Primary job functions include:
- Producing independent analytical assessments
- Developing and delivering reports and presentations
- Regular collaboration with vendors and NASA personnel
Work Environment:
General office environment (100%). Requires ability to provide clear, concise, accurate and timely communication, both verbally and in writing (100%). Requires ability to interact professionally with co-workers, management, and client (100%). Requires travel in the domestic USA (< 5%).
Physical Requirements:
Requires sitting for extended periods of time in meetings with peers, management, and with our client at NASA facilities to discuss technical issues (10%). Also, requires sitting for extended periods of time at a desk to write reports and perform engineering tasks (80%). Requires ability to use stairs or elevators for access between floors and multiple buildings at NASA and our facilities (< 10%).
Equipment and Machines:
Requires ability to operate a personal computer, a telephone, fax machine, copier, calculator, and other general office equipment (100%).
Attendance:
Normal workday is from 7:30 a.m. through 4:30 p.m., Monday thru Friday. Minimal overtime may be required (10%) to meet schedule milestones and to support technical demands of the job. Regular attendance is a necessity and adequate arrangements for delegating duties during absences are required.
Other Essential Functions:
The ability to work independently with minimal supervision, and to make rational decisions, and to exercise good judgment is essential (100%). Grooming and dress must be appropriate for the position and must not impose a safety risk/hazard to the employee or others.
Requirements
Degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering, or related field is required. Degree from an ABET-accredited university is preferred. Typically, educational requirements are the equivalent of a Ph.D., with a minimum 14 years of experience, Masters with at least 18 years of experience, or BS with at least 20 years of experience.
The Successful candidate shall have:
- Experience in the design and analysis of aerospace Active Thermal Control Systems (ATCS)
- HVAC experience preferably in aerospace
- Proficiency with thermal test set up support
- Experience in Thermal Desktop and Sinda/Fluint or equivalent
- Deep understanding knowledge of orbital thermal environment development
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Familiarity with NASA standards and MSFC Specifications
- Experience with leading engineering teams
Benefits
Qualis LLC is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse and talented workforce who can contribute to the mission and vision of the Company. Our employees are our greatest asset and we promote a positive work environment, teamwork, professional growth, innovation, community involvement, flexible scheduling and a family-friendly work environment.
Equal Opportunity Employer/M/F/Vet/Disabled and a Participant in E-Verify
