Thermal Protection System Engineer (TPS)

Outpost

1 month ago

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Los Angeles, CA

Onsite

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About this role

The Sr. Thermal Protection System Engineer will lead the design, analysis, and implementation of heat shield technology for space vehicles that return from orbit. The role combines high-temperature materials science, aerothermal analysis, and mechanical design to develop reusable, flight-critical systems. It involves hands-on technical leadership from concept to flight qualification at a space-focused startup.

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Qualifications

Bachelor's degree or higher in Aerospace, Mechanical, or Materials Engineering (or related field)10+ years of experience in thermal protection systems, hypersonic aerodynamics, or high-temperature structural materialsActive U.S. Government Security Clearance (Secret or Top Secret)Experience with Deployable Aerodynamic Decelerators (HIAD/ADEPT) or flexible TPS systemsExperience with spaceflight standards (NASA/DoD) for thermal protection

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.