Launch System Integration Engineer

Terranorbitalcorporation; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 105,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% Company‑paid medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) Match

Flexible Time Off

Education Reimbursement

Competitive Paid Parental Leave

Job summary

Terranorbitalcorporation in Irvine, California, seeks a Launch System Integration Engineer responsible for leading launch vehicle integration for space vehicles. The role involves managing requirements, ensuring compliance, and coordinating with various teams.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's degree in a related field and has at least 2 years of relevant experience. Competitive benefits include comprehensive medical coverage, 401(k) match, and flexible time off.

Qualifications

• 2+ years’ experience as aerospace, mechanical, system engineer or similar.
• Hands‑on experience with payload integration and/or launch integration.
• Must be able to communicate effectively.

Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects related to launch segment for specific programs.
• Primary technical POC for launch with multiple disciplines.
• Coordinate test campaigns of space vehicle and launch‑related hardware.

Skills

Aerospace Engineering

Mechanical Engineering

Electrical Engineering

Payload Integration

Launch Integration

Communication Skills

Detail-oriented

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace, Mechanical, Electrical Engineering or related field

Tools

SolidWorks

Job description

Join a team where your impact reaches beyond the stars! At Terran Orbital, you’re not just part of the system – you’re a vital force propelling our mission forward. As trailblazers in satellite manufacturing and aerospace innovation, we shatter boundaries daily to deliver groundbreaking solutions that power our nation’s defense and commercial missions. We are a unique, fast‑growing, and trusted team dedicated to swiftly and efficiently designing, building, launching, and operating state of the art satellites for advanced mission constellations. If you’re driven by purpose, inspired by challenges, and ready to leave your mark on the universe, you’ll find a home and endless opportunities for growth here. Together, let’s redefine what is possible in orbit and beyond!

Terran Orbital is seeking an experienced Launch System Integration Engineer to join our dynamic team. Reporting to the Mission Operations Manager, the Launch System Integration Engineer will be responsible for leading and executing launch vehicle integration for space vehicles, developing launch requirements, performing launch verification and validation, and ensuring range‑safety compliance. The engineer will also act as the primary launch liaison between customers, launch providers, and Terran Orbital.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects related to launch segment for specific programs (i.e. dispenser/separation system requirements, packaging and shipping space vehicle and launch‑related hardware, unpacking hardware at vehicle integration site, and launch integration planning and execution)
• Primary technical POC for launch with multiple disciplines, with customers, and with launch providers
• Coordinate and conduct test campaigns of space vehicle and launch‑related hardware
• Write and execute the necessary assembly, integration and test procedures to support the launch integration campaign.
• Work with design and tooling engineers to develop and/or design assembly, integration, or checkout tooling.
• Work closely with members of program teams, technical peers, and operations to ensure the Launch Systems Engineering team and launch integration activities meet all requirements and achieve all milestones.

Required Qualifications and Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace, Mechanical, Electrical Engineering or related technical field
• 2+ years’ experience as aerospace, mechanical, system engineer or similar
• Hands‑on experience with payload integration and/or launch integration, or
• Experience with large structure and electrical assembly
• Experience with SSCMAN 91‑710 Compliance and MSPSP
• Highly detail‑oriented
• Experience effectively communicating with cross‑functional teams, external customers, and launch suppliers
• Able to communicate effectively with strong organizational skills
• Must be willing to travel up to 25% for launch site integration support
• Willing to work extended hours and weekends as required
• Willing and able to operate heavy machinery (i.e lifts, overhead cranes)
• U.S. Citizenship with ability to obtain and maintain DoD security clearance

Preferred Qualifications and Skills

• Experience with SolidWorks
• Experience with requirement tools such as JAMA and Valispace
• Experience with propellant systems for spacecraft
• Experience with MGSE for structures handling (i.e lift/breakover fixtures, large structure stands)
• Experience with space vehicle separation systems
• Familiarity with GEVS and/or SMC‑S‑16 testing requirements

Salary Range: $105,000 — $135,000 USD

Benefits

• 100% Company‑paid comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your dependents
• 401(k) Match
• Flexible Time Off (FTO)
• Education Reimbursement
• Competitive Paid Parental Leave

Physical Demands

An employee must meet the physical demands described to perform the essential functions of this job successfully. In performing the duties of this job, the employee is routinely required to sit or stand for long durations of time, in addition to bending, reaching, and walking. This would require the ability to lift or move objects up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift or move objects up to 25 pounds. This position is generally sedentary, with substantial computer usage.

Work Environment

The job operates in a professional office environment but in a manufacturing company. This job routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, and scanners.

Disclaimers

To comply with U.S. Government space technology export regulations, the applicant must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. In addition, please note that this position may require a current United States National Security clearance or eligibility for such a clearance.

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action

Terran Orbital is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We consider applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or membership in any other group protected by federal, state, or local law.

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