Principal Environmental Control Systems Engineer

Minimum 10+ years of experience in Environmental Control Systems design, with a proven track record of technical excellence.
B.S. or advanced degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, or related Engineering discipline.
Deep understanding of heat transfer, fluid dynamics, thermodynamics, and system-level thermal management.
Advanced proficiency with CFD and FEA tools such as ANSYS, Icepak, or Flotherm for ECS applications.
Extensive experience in ECS testing, including sensor integration, data acquisition, and analysis.
Expertise in 3D CAD modeling tools such as Siemens NX or equivalent.
Demonstrated ability to lead projects, assume full ownership, and deliver exceptional outcomes.
Proven success in navigating development cycles and launching products in dynamic, fast-paced environments.

Lead the end-to-end design and analysis of environmental control systems for aircraft and ground platforms.
Develop and implement innovative ECS solutions that optimize performance, reliability, and energy efficiency.
Use first-principles engineering to drive design decisions in thermal management, humidity control, pressurization, and air quality systems.
Conduct advanced simulations using CFD and FEA tools to predict ECS performance and refine designs.
Lead testing and validation efforts, including data acquisition, post-processing, and verification against requirements.
Collaborate with cross-disciplinary teams to integrate ECS designs into larger system architectures.
Drive root-cause analysis and resolution of ECS-related failures through data analysis and testing.
Mentor and guide junior engineers, fostering technical growth and excellence within the team.
Identify opportunities for continuous improvement across ECS development processes, ensuring delivery of high-quality solutions.
Ensure compliance with regulatory and industry standards for ECS designs.
Other duties as assigned

Experience with ECS design for cutting-edge autonomous robotic systems.
Familiarity with startup or R&D environments, demonstrating adaptability and agility under pressure.
Strong knowledge of environmental standards and certification processes for aerospace or defense systems.
A passion for innovation and the ability to push boundaries in ECS development.