Lead Thermal Engineer

We are looking for a ​Lead Thermal Engineer​ on behalf of and in support to our client for their location in ​Noordwijk, Netherlands​. Alternatively, the position could be based in our office in Barcelona, Spain, or in Frascati, Italy.

Please note, the successful candidate will be employed by ATG Europe (or one of its subsidiaries). Furthermore, upon selection, they will be subject to a general security screening performed by an external provider (further information will be provided at interview stage). 

The successful candidate will be tasked with, but not limited to: 

• Design thermal control systems for spacecraft hardware in a conceptual and detailed manner;

• Model and analyse spacecraft hardware and optimization of TCS;  

• Generate, review and/or negotiate requirements/specifications, design, development, and verification plans as well as test plans and procedures;  

• Participate in MAIT campaigns, as the responsible thermal engineer;

• Contribute to commercial activities including (technical) proposal preparation, offers, team business development, etc.;  

• Interface directly with customers on a technical level;  

• Supervise and mentor junior colleagues;  

• Participate and actively contribute to team and company development, e.g., generating/supporting novel technical ideas/innovations, new processes/methods, new ways of work and positive work culture;  

• Carry out basic project management and administration tasks on an as-needed basis.  

ATG is dedicated to diversity and inclusion and is an equal opportunity employer. Regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, handicap (+33% certificado de discapacidad OR  categorie protette L.68/99 art.1) or any other reason protected by relevant state or municipal legislation, we are pleased to consider all eligible candidates for employment. 

Please ensure that your CV clearly explains how you meet the mandatory requirements. If it doesn’t align completely with the essential criteria, it could result in rejection. 

• Master’s degree in Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering, or similar;  

• At least 8 years of relevant industrial work experience in space thermal engineering;  

• Significant experience with ESATAN-TMS in industrial settings (transitioning from similar software can be discussed);  

• Broad knowledge and experience of how to develop and realize typical and more novel spacecraft thermal control solutions;  

• Experience in (technical) proposal preparation and other commercial-related activities;  

• Experience in CAD software (Solidworks, Catia) and FEM software (Nastran, FEMAP) is not mandatory but an asset;  

• Ability to work autonomously and self-managed;  

• Candidates must be eligible to work in the EU;  

• Fluency in English, both written and spoken;  

• Available to periodically travel to company HQ in the Netherlands and travel for work missions. 

Please submit your application in English via the apply button below. Applications submitted in other languages will not be considered.