Mainstream Engineering Corporation

Mechanical Engineer - Thermal R&D

Job Description

Posted on: 
2026-02-09

The Mechanical Engineer - Thermal R&D role focuses on developing innovative thermal management solutions for military, governmental, and commercial applications, including hypersonic vehicles and laser weapons.

Responsibilities

  • Develop cutting-edge thermal products tailored to customer needs.
  • Design and analyze systems including pumped loops and thermal management solutions.
  • Lead projects from conception to production, including ideation and experimental testing.
  • Utilize advanced techniques like microchannel cooling and additive manufacturing.
  • Conduct analytical calculations and computational simulations (CFD and FEA).
  • Engage in hands-on laboratory testing and prototype builds.
  • Write proposals for new ideas and interface directly with customers.

Job Requirements

  • BSME or MSME degree required.
  • US Citizenship required due to ITAR regulations.
  • Minimum GPA of 3.3 for all degrees.
  • Strong understanding of heat transfer, thermodynamics, and fluid dynamics.
  • Hands-on laboratory test experience is essential.
  • Experience with data acquisition systems (LabVIEW preferred).
  • Familiarity with CFD/FEA modeling (ANSYS/FLUENT) is a plus.
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