ph3Role Highlights /h3 /brul /brliSenior Thermal System Engineer /li /brliLocation: Valencia, Spain /li /brliDepartment: Space Systems /li /brliReports to: Mechanical Engineer Lead /li /brliEmployment type: Permanent /li /brliWorkplace model: Hybrid / Office /li /brliEmployment is subject to applicable security screening (incl. SUPO) /li /br /ul /brh3Why This Role Matters /h3 /brpEvery ICEYE satellite depends on precision engineering and rock-solid reliability. As we grow our operations and expand our spacecraft platforms to meet increasingly demanding mission requirements, we need an experienced spacecraft thermal control engineer to help lead this effort - someone who also brings hands‑on experience testing, verifying, and qualifying space hardware. You'll join our Valencia, Spain team as a Senior Thermal System Engineer, supporting the company's continued growth. /p /brh3Who We Are /h3 /brpICEYE is the world leader in sovereign intelligence from space. We deliver persistent monitoring capabilities to detect and respond to changes in any location on Earth. /p /brpICEYE owns the world's largest and most advanced SAR (synthetic aperture radar) satellite constellation. To our customers we provide intelligence with unmatched quality, latency and revisit times, in any weather, day or night. To governments who choose to operate their own constellation we provide this proven capability as a sovereign system. /p /brpICEYE-built constellations serve customers in defence and intelligence, environmental monitoring, insurance and emergency management. We enable fast decisions that contribute to a safer future. /p /brpFounded and headquartered in Finland, ICEYE operates globally with over 1000 employees across Europe, North America, the Middle East, and Asia‑Pacific. /p /brh3Your Day‑to‑day Responsibilities /h3 /brul /brliDesign and implement full spacecraft‑level thermal models for current and next‑generation spacecraft /li /brliSpecify and support qualification testing at subsystem and system level /li /brliOwn thermal hardware end‑to‑end: propose new thermal design concepts to improve performance, identify new suppliers, and test and validate component designs /li /brliPerform thermal analysis of passive and active thermal control components, electrical assemblies, subsystems, and systems /li /brliSupport assembly, integration, and test (AIT) activities,



including maintenance of thermal control components /li /brliSupport operations teams in resolving thermal issues during Launch and Early Orbit Operations (LEOP) and beyond /li /brliEnsure smooth, on‑time product delivery from concept through qualification /li /brliContribute to continuous improvement of our existing products /li /brliPartner closely with all hardware engineering domains, AIT engineering, and QA to ensure products meet specification /li /brliWork with system and subsystem engineers to define requirements for new products /li /brliCollaborate with internal and external engineering and AIT teams during integration and build to confirm thermal solutions meet requirements and targets /li /br /ul /brh3Must Haves /h3 /brul /brli6+ years of experience in thermal simulation as a Thermal Engineer in the space industry /li /brliExperience with TVAC testing and model correlation /li /brliProactive, self‑directed working style /li /brliStrong troubleshooting and analytical skills /li /brliBased in Valencia; up to 30% remote work is acceptable for this role /li /brliExperience working in multi‑disciplinary environments (electrical, AIT, mechanical, propulsion, RF) /li /brliExperience with thermal control of satellites at system and subsystem level, or comparable complex aerospace systems /li /brliComfortable working cross‑functionally with systems, electrical, and manufacturing teams /li /brliStrong teamwork, analytical, documentation, and communication skills /li /br /ul /brh3Nice To Haves /h3 /brul /brliHands‑on experience with spacecraft thermal hardware: surface treatments, MLI, passive and active thermal control components, heat pipes /li /brliExperience with Systema‑Thermica, ESATAN, and/or Thermal Desktop /li /brliMSc in Aerospace Engineering /li /brliKnowledge of SAR satellite technology, lifecycles,



and the space environment /li /brliExperience with Python /li /brliFamiliarity with industry standards such as ECSS and NASA standards /li /brliSolid understanding of spacecraft configurations, orbits, and STK /li /br /ul /brh3Application Process /h3 /brul /brliRecruiter screening /li /brliHiring manager interview /li /brliTechnical task /li /brliTechnical panel interview /li /brliDirector interview /li /br /ul /brh3Working at ICEYE /h3 /brpAt ICEYE, you’ll join a diverse and highly engaged team united by the ambition to make the impossible possible. As a integral scale‑up, we combine speed and ambition with the opportunity to take real ownership from day one. Your growth, wellbeing, and success are a priority, with continuous professional development, training opportunities, and a culture where collaboration is how we win. /p /brh3How We Work (Our Values) /h3 /brpbMake the impossible possible /b /p /brul /brliBe curious: Go deep, ask questions, listen carefully, and think critically. Understand the “why” behind decisions. /li /brliSee the big picture: Stay close to what’s happening across the company so you can make better decisions. Consider how your work affects others. /li /brliDrive effective teamwork: Create psychological safety, invite different perspectives, and build inclusive teams. There are no bad questions. /li /brliAct as one team: We win together. We match tasks to the right owner and stay agile as priorities shift. /li /brliHave fun: What we do matters—and it should be enjoyable. Celebrate progress, take pride in results, and share the wins. /li /br /ul /brh3Benefits /h3 /brpOur benefits are designed to support your health and wellbeing, at work and beyond. We keep improving them based on employee feedback, and offerings vary by location. Talent Acquisition will confirm what applies for this role and location during the process. /p /brh3Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion /h3 /brpWe want ICEYE to be a place where people can be themselves and do great work. Different backgrounds and perspectives make us stronger, which is why we work to create an environment where people feel included, respected, and able to speak up. Whatever your background, we want you to bring your authentic self to the table. /p /brpWe’re committed to fair, inclusive hiring and equal opportunity. Everyone is welcome to apply. If you need any adjustments or support during the recruitment process, tell us—we’ll do our best to help. /p /p #J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Senior Thermal System Engineer (Valencia)
🏢 ICEYE
📍 Valencia