Senior Launch Systems Engineer – Spacecraft Integration

Terran Orbital Corporation; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 125,000 - 155,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% company-paid comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) match

Flexible Time Off (FTO)

Education reimbursement

Competitive paid parental leave

Job summary

Terran Orbital Corporation in Irvine, California is seeking a Sr. Launch System Integration Engineer to manage launch vehicle integration for space missions. Responsibilities include developing launch requirements, ensuring compliance, and serving as a key liaison between customers and launch providers. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, 5+ years of relevant experience, and hands-on experience with payload integration. Attractive benefits and a salary range of $125,000 to $155,000 are offered.

Qualifications

• 5+ years’ experience as an aerospace, mechanical, systems engineer, or similar.
• Willingness to travel up to 25% for launch site integration support.
• U.S. citizenship with ability to obtain and maintain a DoD security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects related to the launch segment for specific programs.
• Coordinate and conduct test campaigns of space vehicle and launch-related hardware.
• Write and execute assembly, integration, and test procedures.

Skills

Hands-on experience with payload integration and/or launch integration

Effective communication skills with cross-functional teams

Strong organizational skills

Highly detail-oriented

Ability to operate heavy machinery

Education

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

Tools

SolidWorks

Requirement tools such as JAMA and Valispace

Job description

Terran Orbital Corporation in Irvine, California is seeking a Sr. Launch System Integration Engineer to manage launch vehicle integration for space missions. Responsibilities include developing launch requirements, ensuring compliance, and serving as a key liaison between customers and launch providers. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, 5+ years of relevant experience, and hands-on experience with payload integration. Attractive benefits and a salary range of $125,000 to $155,000 are offered.