Overview

The Thermal Subsystem ensures that all satellite components remain within their designated operating and non-operating temperature limits. To determine these temperature ranges and verify material tolerances, we perform detailed thermal analyses using specialized software. Additionally, we conduct physical tests by subjecting the satellite to a range of controlled thermal stresses to simulate on-orbit conditions.

AcubeSAT is a student-led effort at the Aristotle University of Thessaloniki. Our goal is to study, develop, build and fly our very own satellite. If you have a working spirit, time to spend, patience and you are also searching for a fun and rewarding activity along your studies, we are excited to meet you.

Position Description

As a thermal engineer in the team you’ll get the chance to contribute to the analysis, design, testing and verification of the thermal control subsystems for a novel satellite. For example, some tasks would be:

  • Research on the appropriate active and passive thermal control methods for various crucial components, such as the payload of the satellite
  • Construct a mathematical model of the satellite for thermal analyses
  • Conduct and evaluate a range of essential thermal tests to optimize the current design and ensure compliance with the experiment’s required thermal conditions
  • Utilize thermal analysis software such as ESATAN-TMS and Simcenter to evaluate the satellite’s thermal performance in orbit

Preferred Skills

  • Heat Transfer Theory and Materials Science
  • Control Theory
  • Finite Elements Method (or any other Discretization method for numerically solving differential equations)
  • Experience in systems’ simulation and modeling
  • Experience with laboratory equipment (e.g. PSU, multimeter)
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment under pressure
  • Capable of working well in multidisciplinary groups of peers
  • Capable of navigating previously unknown fields
  • A strong sense of commitment and responsibility
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