Mechanical Engineer - Microfluidics & Thermal Systems (Level I, II, or Senior)

Job Description

The engineer will design, build, and test microfluidic and thermal systems for automated research payloads in microgravity. Responsibilities include modeling system performance, developing hardware prototypes, and collaborating across multidisciplinary teams to ensure mission success.

Requirements: Candidates must hold a bachelor's degree in a relevant engineering discipline and possess experience with fluidic or thermal system design and analysis. Proficiency in 3D CAD software, simulation tools like CFD, and hands-on hardware integration is required.

Key Skills: Microfluidics, Thermal systems, SolidWorks, CFD, Fluid mechanics, Heat transfer, Thermodynamics, Mechanical design, Prototyping, Hardware integration, Troubleshooting, Pressure systems, CAD software, System performance modeling, Material compatibility, Contamination control