Senior Space Systems Engineer – Propulsion & Flight Hardware

Astra Space Inc; Alameda (CA); Vor Ort; USD 150.000 - 190.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A leading aerospace company is seeking a highly experienced Staff Space Products Systems Engineer to lead the architecture, integration, and lifecycle management of spacecraft hardware for low Earth orbit missions. This position requires expertise in electric propulsion systems and system-level design, guiding cross-disciplinary teams to ensure flight readiness through rigorous testing and collaboration. The ideal candidate will enhance the company's mission of creating a healthier and connected planet from space.

Qualifikationen

• 8+ years of experience in spacecraft systems engineering.
• Proven track record of delivering flight hardware.
• Hands-on experience with verification, validation, and qualification testing.

Aufgaben

• Serve as the technical authority for spacecraft subsystems.
• Define system requirements and interfaces for products.
• Drive FMEA and reliability analyses for multi-year missions.

Kenntnisse

System-level architecture

Electric propulsion systems

Verification and validation

Problem-solving

Cross-functional collaboration

Ausbildung

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Aerospace Engineering or related field

Tools

MATLAB

Simulink

Jobbeschreibung

A leading aerospace company is seeking a highly experienced Staff Space Products Systems Engineer to lead the architecture, integration, and lifecycle management of spacecraft hardware for low Earth orbit missions. This position requires expertise in electric propulsion systems and system-level design, guiding cross-disciplinary teams to ensure flight readiness through rigorous testing and collaboration. The ideal candidate will enhance the company's mission of creating a healthier and connected planet from space.