2 months ago
Mission Payload Engineer (Aerospace)
100 000 - 135 000$
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Mission Payload Engineer (Aerospace): Managing the end-to-end integration of advanced payloads onto high-power satellite platforms with an accent on interface negotiation and program lifecycle management. Focus on defining mechanical, electrical, and software requirements while ensuring mission success through rigorous verification and validation.
Location: Must be based in Los Angeles, CA
Salary: $100,000 - $135,000
Company
is a Series C space startup building the largest and highest-power satellite platforms to enable missions from LEO to deep space.
What you will do
- Manage payload integration across the full satellite lifecycle from proposal to on-orbit commissioning.
- Serve as the primary technical interface for commercial customers and partners.
- Define and negotiate complex payload interfaces including mechanical, electrical, software, and power.
- Develop and execute payload interface verification and validation plans.
- Coordinate cross-functional efforts with vehicle engineering, avionics, and AI&T teams.
- Represent the company in critical design reviews and verification milestones.
Requirements
- Must be a U.S. Person as defined by ITAR regulations.
- Bachelor’s degree in an engineering discipline.
- 2+ years of experience in the aerospace or space industry.
- 2+ years of technical project management or systems engineering experience.
- Hands-on experience with spacecraft, launch vehicles, or airborne systems.
- Strong understanding of multi-disciplinary satellite payload interfaces.
Nice to have
- Master’s degree in an engineering discipline.
- 5+ years of experience in the aerospace or space industry.
- Direct experience working with commercial customers.
- Hands-on spacecraft integration and environmental testing experience.
Culture & Benefits
- Equity in the company.
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.
- Paid time off and paid parental leave.
- Life insurance and other perks.
- Fast-paced, collaborative environment in a groundbreaking space startup.
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