• Location: Chandler, AZ
• Type: Contract
• Job #83810

An aerospace client is looking for a Thermal Engineer with Active Secret Clearance who will take direction and address issues using skills obtained in the field of Mechanical Engineering, or related thermal sciences, preferably as it relates to missile and space systems.

Location: Chandler, AZ 85286 (On-site)
Position: Thermal Engineer with Active Secret Clearance
Pay Rate: $33/hr – $40.88/hr. on W2 (DOE)
Duration: 6 months or longer
Schedule: 1st Shift (9/80A)
Travel: Yes, 10% of the Time

Responsibilities:

• Under minimal direction, perform a variety of thermal engineering tasks of an analysis, design, or test nature.
• Apply theoretical knowledge and engineering techniques to the solution of analytical engineering problems.
• Select and/or modify proven methods, mathematical formulas, previous design and test information, handbook data or other available information related to the assignment.
• Daily responsibilities will require thermal analysis of avionics, structures and liquid propellants.
• Candidate will be responsible for performing heat transfer analysis of components and systems on the ground and in space.
• Candidate must be able to take direction and address issues using skills obtained in the field of Mechanical Engineering, or related thermal sciences, preferably as it relates to missile and space systems.
• Use classical heat transfer methods and software to predict temperatures and design thermal protection of rocket components on the ground and in flight
• Learn and develop proficiency with thermal software (Sinda/Fluint, Thermal Desktop, ATAC, and other specialized heat transfer codes)
• Interpret, select, and apply company/commercial/military specifications and customer requirements to accomplish specific analyses
• Produce engineering documentation and technical reports/analyses to support design, integration, and testing effort
• Candidate shall be responsible for gathering, compiling, and interpreting technical data such as flight data, test data, or material test reports
• Other duties upon request

Basic Qualifications:

• U.S. Citizenship required.  
• Active Secret Clearance
• 12 Years with Bachelor of Science Degree; 10 Years with Masters
• Candidate must have a strong thermal background with demonstrated work experience and knowledge as a thermal analyst
• Candidate must have ability to read engineering drawings and specifications
• Thermal Desktop, Sinda, and Matlab experience a plus
• Familiarity with thermodynamics, aerodynamics, compressible flow and fluid mechanics
• Candidate should possess good written and verbal communication skills
• Candidate must have basic problem-solving skills and computer skills with standard word processing/spreadsheet experience
• Candidate should be able to listen effectively, take direction, and possess initiative to accomplish assigned tasks and complete work in a timely fashion

Preferred Qualifications

• Masters Degree preferred in Mechanical/Aerospace principles.

About our client:
Our client is a world leader and premier innovator in aerospace, with over 100,000 top talent employees providing the most advanced products and technologies in the industry. With numerous awards and recognitions, they offer continuous growth, learning, and development for their employees.

About APR:
Since 1980 APR Consulting, Inc. has provided professional recruiting and contingent workforce solutions to a diverse mix of clients, industries, and skill sets nationwide.

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Don't miss out on this amazing opportunity! If you feel your experience is the match for this position please apply today and join our team. We look forward to working with you!

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