Systems Integration Engineer (I/II) (Weekend Shift)

Terran Orbital Corporation

Irvine (CA)

On-site

USD 110,000 - 150,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

100% covered medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) Match

Flexible Time Off

Education Reimbursement

Job summary

A leading aerospace firm in Irvine, CA, seeks a Sr. Systems Integration Engineer. This role involves designing assembly processes, developing testing campaigns, and managing vehicle integration in a fast-paced environment. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in Aerospace or similar, with over 5 years of relevant experience. Benefits include comprehensive medical coverage, 401(k) match, and flexible time off. Salary ranges from $110,000 to $150,000 USD.

Qualifications

5+ years of experience in test or manufacturing engineering.
U.S. Citizenship and eligibility for DoD security clearance.
Experience in aerospace industry production environments.

Responsibilities

Design vehicle assembly processes and procedures.
Develop full testing campaigns for vehicle integrity.
Manage work orders and drive system improvements.

Skills

Hands-on technical experience

Electrical debugging

Documentation and configuration management

Ability to read electrical schematics

Education

Bachelor's degree in Aerospace, Mechanical, Manufacturing, or Electrical Engineering

Master's degree in related technical discipline

Tools

Linux-based operating systems

Job description

Irvine, CA

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!

Sr. Systems Integration Engineer

Terran Orbital is seeking an experienced Sr. Systems Integration Engineer to join our dynamic team. Reporting to the Manager, Systems Integration & Test, the Sr. Systems Integration Engineer will work within a multidisciplinary team to build, integrate, and test space vehicles at both the sub-system and system levels.

This role is on our Weekend Shift (Friday-Sunday) from 6:00AM – 7:00PM.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

Design vehicle assembly process and procedures
Design and develop tools and hardware to enable vehicle assembly and ensure vehicle testing abilities
Develop full testing campaigns ensuring vehicle integrity of electronic and mechanical systems
Vehicle integration build flow and test concept of operations
Evaluate proposed designs for manufacturability and integration into sub-systems
Interface with engineers and technicians to advance to larger-scale manufacturing and automation
Develop and refine manufacturing assembly procedures based on lessons learned to mature status
Responsible for enabling day-to-day execution of the vehicle integration and test flow
Manage work orders and drive non-conformances into actionable items and system improvements
Resolve Electrical and Mechanical issue debugging at the satellite system and sub-system level
The position will require being hands‑on and will require standing for extended periods

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Aerospace, Mechanical, Manufacturing, or Electrical Engineering or related technical discipline
5+ years of experience as a test or manufacturing engineer supporting highly integrated cross-disciplinary assembly operations, with hands‑on technical experience
U.S. Citizenship with ability to obtain and maintain DoD security clearance

Additional Differentiators

Master's degree in Aerospace, Mechanical, Manufacturing, or Electrical Engineering or related technical discipline
Experience with build integration and testing of propulsion, thermal, electrical, and structural systems, including, but not limited to, vibration, shock, thermal, vacuum, and radiation testing
Experience with electrical debugging of PCB Assemblies, including the ability to read electrical schematics
Documentation and configuration management experience
Experience writing test plans and procedures and providing go/no‑go judgment
Experience in a production environment within the aerospace industry
Experience working in a laboratory setting, particularly a cleanroom with ESD precautions
The ability to read and write basic code in any primary programming language
Experience using Linux‑based operating systems

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.

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, this position may require a current United States National Security clearance or eligibility for such a clearance.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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.

Salary Range

$110,000 - $150,000 USD

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