The Junior ECS Engineer supports the design, development, and testing of aircraft Environmental Control Systems (ECS), including heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) subsystems. This entry-level role is ideal for recent graduates or early-career engineers interested in thermal and fluid systems within the aerospace industry. The position involves technical support for senior engineers, system modeling, component integration, and test data analysis to ensure cabin comfort, pressurization, and avionics cooling requirements are met.
Key Responsibilities:
Assist in the design and analysis of ECS and HVAC components such as heat exchangers, fans, valves, ducts, and sensors
Support system-level performance simulations (e.g., airflow, temperature, pressure) under various operating conditions
Contribute to the creation of schematics, interface control documents (ICDs), and engineering change notices (ECNs)
Analyze test data and assist in the validation of ECS/HVAC system performance
Participate in integration activities with other aircraft systems (e.g., avionics cooling, pressurization)
Help prepare technical documentation, qualification reports, and compliance materials
Coordinate with suppliers and internal stakeholders to support part selection, procurement, and inspection
Attend and support design reviews, lab testing, and component qualification events
Ensure adherence to aerospace design and safety standards under the guidance of senior engineers
Key Focus Areas:
HVAC system support and thermal/fluid design assistance
Engineering analysis and technical documentation
Team collaboration and learning under mentorship
Component-level integration and testing support
Qualifications & Skills:
Education:
Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or related field (required)
Internship or co-op experience in thermal systems, HVAC, or fluid dynamics (preferred)
Experience:
0–2 years of professional experience in aerospace or HVAC system engineering
Exposure to ECS, thermal analysis, or aerospace hardware design is a plus
Technical Skills:
Basic understanding of thermodynamics, heat transfer, and fluid dynamics
Familiarity with CAD tools (e.g., SolidWorks, Creo, CATIA) and basic thermal/fluid simulation tools (e.g., ANSYS, MATLAB, or Simulink)
Proficient in MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) for documentation and reporting
Soft Skills:
Strong analytical and problem-solving mindset
Willingness to learn and contribute in a team environment
Good written and verbal communication skills
Detail-oriented and organized in handling technical tasks