Senior Thermal Engineer

hackajob is collaborating with Leonardo to connect them with exceptional professionals for this role. Job Description: Your impact Shape the future of defence technology, join Leonardo! We are seeking an experienced Senior Thermal Engineer to play a key role in the development and production of cutting-edge Electronic Warfare (EW) systems-supporting both new innovations and proven legacy products. Based at our Luton site, this role offers the flexibility of hybrid working and the opportunity to make a tangible impact across a wide range of high-tech defence projects. You''ll work at the heart of multidisciplinary project teams, advising on thermal performance and ensuring our products meet demanding environmental and operational requirements. This role is ideal for someone with a strong analytical mindset, a flair for problem-solving, and the ability to manage complex interdependencies across multiple programmes and business units. What you''ll do as a Senior Thermal Engineer: Conduct thermal analysis of mechanical designs to assess performance and safety using thermal analysis software, CFD techniques, and classical hand calculations. Provide expert guidance on cooling strategies and recommend thermal design improvements as required. Advise on materials and manufacturing techniques with an emphasis on thermal performance and mechanical integrity. Define thermal requirements and develop methods for verifying compliance across Leonardo products. Drive innovation in thermal ..... full job details .....