What are the responsibilities and job description for the Thermal Engineer position at Actalent?
Job Title: Thermal Engineer
About the Role
Ready to take on a mission-critical role in aerospace innovation? We’re looking for a seasoned Thermal Engineer to lead thermal design and analysis for spacecraft and satellite systems. Your expertise will be key to meeting deadlines on programs that push the boundaries of technology and exploration.
What You’ll Do
- Perform advanced thermal analysis on spacecraft and satellite platforms.
- Utilize industry-leading tools like Thermal Desktop and FloCAD for design and simulation.
- Conduct fluid design and analysis to ensure optimal system performance.
What You Bring
- Deep proficiency in thermal design and aerospace engineering principles.
- Hands-on experience with thermal analysis for satellites, space hardware, or major aerospace programs.
- Expertise in Thermal Desktop software.
- 6-10 years of experience in thermal engineering and analysis.
Bonus Skills
- SolidWorks experience.
- Aerospace experience highly desirable.
Why You’ll Love It Here
Join a rapidly growing company where collaboration drives success. Our open workspace fosters teamwork among a talented group of 70 professionals, all working toward groundbreaking program achievements. This is your chance to make an impact in a dynamic environment where innovation thrives.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of Louisville, CO.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $65.00 - $72.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job
classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be
subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits
available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Louisville,CO.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Dec 15, 2025.
About Actalent
Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.
Salary : $65 - $72