Senior Satellite Architect for Next-Gen LEO Constellation

USA Tech Recruit; Long Beach (CA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

USA Tech Recruit is seeking a Senior Satellite Design Engineer for a leading space technology company in Long Beach, CA, specializing in satellite architecture and production strategy for its Meridian program. This full-time, onsite role is essential for candidates with rich experience in small satellite systems and an innovative spirit.

The engineer will oversee the end-to-end design of a next-gen broadband constellation, guiding teams and influencing system-level decisions across various subsystems. Ideal candidates possess 5–12 years of experience in satellite design and proven leadership in similar programs.

Qualifications

• 5–12 years of experience in satellite systems engineering or spacecraft design.
• Direct experience with LEO satellite constellations or small satellite programs.
• Proven ownership of satellite-level architecture and systems engineering.

Responsibilities

• Own and finalize satellite design for LEO broadband constellation.
• Lead architecture trade studies and vendor selection.
• Define manufacturing and test strategies for deployed satellites.

Skills

Satellite systems engineering

Spacecraft design

LEO satellite constellations

Technical leadership

Modelling tools (MATLAB, Python)

Job description

USA Tech Recruit is seeking a Senior Satellite Design Engineer for a leading space technology company in Long Beach, CA, specializing in satellite architecture and production strategy for its Meridian program. This full-time, onsite role is essential for candidates with rich experience in small satellite systems and an innovative spirit.

The engineer will oversee the end-to-end design of a next-gen broadband constellation, guiding teams and influencing system-level decisions across various subsystems. Ideal candidates possess 5–12 years of experience in satellite design and proven leadership in similar programs.