14.05.2024
Thermal Engineer
Simera Sense
South Africa,
Simera Sense is a leading mid to high-resolution earth observation camera supplier for CubeSats and small satellites for companies around the globe. Our company is based in Somerset West, close to all amenities and diverse natural beauty, providing great lifestyle options.Job Purpose:Designing, simulating, and testing thermal solutions related to electro-optical imaging systems for use in spaceborne applications such as CubeSats by merging numerous multi-physics design requirements into a single design solution.Key Performance Areas and Responsibilities:Creating detailed thermal design solutions for electro-optical and optomechanical systems.Performing numerical thermal analysis of the designs using class-leading thermal software.Creating detailed design drawings and managing the manufacturing of the components performed by external suppliers.Research and select COTS/custom materials and components as required by the design.Assist with designing, integrating, and commissioning thermal test equipment.Assist with performing thermal model correlation tests and conducting performance verification testing of electro-optical systems using the equipment in the thermal test facility.Generating various technical documentation such as design documents, test procedures, and reports.Learn industry-related software packages.Required Qualification:Master’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Optomechanical Engineering or relatedRequired Experience:Experience in thermal design and analysis or mechanical design and analysis (finite element modelling) is a must.Proficient in finite element analysis and able to interpret results for design improvement.Experience working with CAD and generating detailed mechanical drawings.Proficient in generating technical design and test documentation.Experience in guiding a conceptual design through the development phases from requirements generation to production, qualification and testing.Experience with testing and measuring mechanical and thermal systems.Recommendations:Experience in designing optomechanical/thermal systems for spaceborne applications is advantageous.Knowledge of Siemens Teamcenter and NX software is advantageous.Required Competencies:Technical competency:Finite element analysis (thermal or mechanical)Behavioural competencies:Achievement orientationConcern for order, quality and accuracyInformation seekingTeamwork and cooperationAnalytical thinkingConceptual thinkingTechnical/professional/managerial expertiseSelf-controlSelf-confidence#J-18808-Ljbffr
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