Senior Thermal Protection System Engineer (TPS)

Outpost

2 months ago

3.6 on Glassdoor

Los Angeles, CA

Onsite

Full Time

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About this role

A Sr. Thermal Protection System Engineer at Outpost will lead the design, analysis, and implementation of heat shield technology for space vehicles, focusing on creating robust, flexible, and reusable thermal protection solutions for re-entry from orbit. The role involves technical leadership from concept through to flight qualification, working closely with multiple engineering teams.

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Qualifications

Bachelor's degree or higher in Aerospace, Mechanical, or Materials Engineering or related field10+ years of experience in TPS or high-temperature materials

About Outpost

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Outpost Natural Foods is a Milwaukee-based, owner‑owned cooperative grocery specializing in organic, natural and specialty-diet foods (vegetarian, vegan, gluten‑free, etc.) across multiple locations. As a co‑op it encourages customers to become owners, participate in governance, and access owner benefits while supporting local vendors and community food education through blogs and outreach. The co‑op emphasizes sustainability and social responsibility with initiatives like plastic reduction, solar projects, EV charging and published sustainability reporting.