Director, Space Systems & Satellite Programs

OpenTalent; United States; On-site; USD 220,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

OpenTalent, a stealth-mode space startup in Los Angeles, seeks a Director of Space Systems to lead the spacecraft development team. You will oversee the complete satellite lifecycle from concept through launch, interfacing with external vendors to drive innovative mission development.

The ideal candidate has 15+ years in spacecraft systems engineering and proven expertise in subsystems integration, delivering high-performance space systems in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 15+ years in spacecraft systems engineering.
• Experience with subsystems integration.
• Experience interfacing with external vendors.

Responsibilities

• Lead spacecraft development team.
• Manage the satellite lifecycle from concept to launch.

Skills

Spacecraft engineering

Subsystem integration

Vendor coordination

Job description

OpenTalent, a stealth-mode space startup in Los Angeles, seeks a Director of Space Systems to lead the spacecraft development team. You will oversee the complete satellite lifecycle from concept through launch, interfacing with external vendors to drive innovative mission development.

The ideal candidate has 15+ years in spacecraft systems engineering and proven expertise in subsystems integration, delivering high-performance space systems in a fast-paced environment.