Spacecraft Technical Program Lead - End-to-End Missions

Proteus Space, Inc.; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 160,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid medical healthcare

Flexible vacation policy

Sick days

401k matching

Pregnancy leave

Family leave

Holiday pay

Military service leave

Dental care

Vision care

Job summary

Proteus Space, Inc. is seeking a Spacecraft Technical Project Lead in Los Angeles to drive the technical side of spacecraft development from concept to launch. You will guide design, integration, testing, and operations, coordinating with multidisciplinary teams to meet tight schedules and budgets.

The role requires extensive spacecraft design experience, AI&T expertise, and strong leadership. A BS in aerospace/mechanical/electrical engineering is required, with advanced degrees preferred.

Qualifications

• Extensive spacecraft design experience and system understanding.
• Proven AI&T track record and ability to lead multi-discipline teams.
• Experience with launch integration and coordination with providers.
• Familiarity with ground segments and mission operations.

Responsibilities

• Lead spacecraft development from design through launch and operations.
• Oversee AI&T to meet requirements, budgets, and timelines.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to solve complex technical challenges.
• Coordinate with launch providers to ensure launch readiness.
• Integrate cutting-edge tech into spacecraft designs.

Skills

Spacecraft design

AI& T (assembly, integration & testing

Launch integration coordination

Ground segment knowledge

Orbital mechanics knowledge

Leadership & communication

Problem solving

Education

B.S. in Aerospace/Mechanical/Electrical Engineering

Advanced degree preferred

Tools

Python

C++

MATLAB

Job description

Proteus Space, Inc. is seeking a Spacecraft Technical Project Lead in Los Angeles to drive the technical side of spacecraft development from concept to launch. You will guide design, integration, testing, and operations, coordinating with multidisciplinary teams to meet tight schedules and budgets.

The role requires extensive spacecraft design experience, AI&T expertise, and strong leadership. A BS in aerospace/mechanical/electrical engineering is required, with advanced degrees preferred.