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What is a thermal intelligence analyst and how to become one

Updated January 8, 2025
3 min read
There is more than meets the eye when it comes to being a thermal intelligence analyst. For example, did you know that they make an average of $37.21 an hour? That's $77,392 a year! Between 2018 and 2028, the career is expected to grow 3% and produce 20,600 job opportunities across the U.S.
ScoreThermal Intelligence AnalystUS Average
Salary
6.0

Avg. Salary $77,392

Avg. Salary $59,228

Stability level
6.1

Growth rate 3%

Growth rate 0.3%

Diversity
2.8
Race

American Indian and Alaska Native 0.67%

Asian 2.88%

Black or African American 8.53%

Hispanic or Latino 19.14%

Unknown 5.04%

White 63.73%

Gender

female 15.79%

male 84.21%

Age - 44
Race

American Indian and Alaska Native 3.00%

Asian 7.00%

Black or African American 14.00%

Hispanic or Latino 19.00%

White 57.00%

Gender

female 47.00%

male 53.00%

Age - 44
Stress level
6.1

Stress level is manageable

7.1 - high

Complexity level
8.5

Complexity level is advanced

7 - challenging

Work life balance
6.3

Work life balance is fair

6.4 - fair

Key steps to become a thermal intelligence analyst

  1. Explore thermal intelligence analyst education requirements

    Most common thermal intelligence analyst degrees

    Bachelor's

    74.0 %

    Master's

    12.0 %

    Associate

    8.0 %
  2. Start to develop specific thermal intelligence analyst skills

    SkillsPercentages
    CAD29.82%
    Thermal Analysis23.03%
    Analysis Results13.29%
    Computational Fluid Dynamics9.63%
    FEA7.30%
  3. Complete relevant thermal intelligence analyst training and internships

    Accountants spend an average of 6-12 months on post-employment, on-the-job training. New thermal intelligence analysts learn the skills and techniques required for their job and employer during this time. The chart below shows how long it takes to gain competency as a thermal intelligence analyst based on U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics data and data from real thermal intelligence analyst resumes.
  4. Research thermal intelligence analyst duties and responsibilities

    • Prepare and manage multiple self assessment checklists to evaluate overall effectiveness and ensure compliance with USAF directives.
    • Model reduction, parametric studies, seal clearance studies, testing specifications, heat transfer correlations, Fortran scripts.
    • Create an analytical tool using FORTRAN computer language to design and analyze a circumferentially cool, conical rocket chamber.
    • Compile a monthly publication on significant events within the AOR for senior agency and community operations managers and Washington area policymakers.
  5. Apply for thermal intelligence analyst jobs

    Now it's time to start searching for a thermal intelligence analyst job. Consider the tips below for a successful job search:

    1. Browse job boards for relevant postings
    2. Consult your professional network
    3. Reach out to companies you're interested in working for directly
    4. Watch out for job scams

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Average thermal intelligence analyst salary

The average thermal intelligence analyst salary in the United States is $77,392 per year or $37 per hour. Thermal intelligence analyst salaries range between $53,000 and $111,000 per year.

Average thermal intelligence analyst salary
$77,392 Yearly
$37.21 hourly

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Updated January 8, 2025

Zippia Research Team
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The Zippia Research Team has spent countless hours reviewing resumes, job postings, and government data to determine what goes into getting a job in each phase of life. Professional writers and data scientists comprise the Zippia Research Team.

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