Thermal Architect – Satellite

Established in 2017, Infinite Orbits is a NewSpace company, based in Toulouse, pushing the boundaries of in-orbit services with cutting-edge spacecraft driven by its own Rendez-Vous solution, an advanced Autonomous Vision-Based Navigation Solution. IO has two generations of missions

"Orbit Guard" provides Inspection and Space Situational Awareness services in GEO.

"Endurance" is a docking service capable of extending the life of GEO telecom satellites, by taking over AOCS takeover for 5 years.

About the Role

As part of the development of our future space systems, we are looking for a Thermal Architect to join our team in Toulouse and lead thermal activities from design through qualification.

Job Description

Define the satellite's thermal architecture and Thermal Control System (TCS) .

Perform and lead thermal analyses and develop associated thermal models using SYSTEMA / ESATAN .

Define thermal requirements and ensure their allocation and follow-up across the various satellite systems and subsystems.

Work closely with systems, mechanical, electrical and avionics teams .

Contribute to the different development phases and major project milestones, including SRR, PDR, CDR and QR .

Prepare and support thermal testing activities , and contribute to thermal model correlation.

Manage technical interfaces with thermal hardware suppliers .

Monitor and assess the thermal performance of COTS and internally developed equipment .

Participate in design reviews, risk analyses and technical problem-solving throughout the development of the satellite.

Requirements

Master's degree or engineering degree in thermal engineering, mechanical engineering, energy or aerospace engineering .

Experience in space thermal engineering , ideally on geostationary satellites.

Good knowledge of satellite Thermal Control Systems (TCS) .

Experience with SYSTEMA and/or ESATAN .

Experience with satellite development and qualification processes and major project milestones ( SRR, PDR, CDR, QR ).

Ability to work across multidisciplinary teams and manage technical interfaces with suppliers.

Autonomous, proactive and comfortable working in a startup and innovative project environment .

Professional proficiency in English.

What we offer

The opportunity to be part of an international team transforming the space industry.

A creative and innovative work environment where ideas turn into reality.