Space technology company revolutionizing access to space through rapid, cost-effective deployment of launch, satellites, and services.

SpinLaunch is transforming the space industry through innovative launch technology, backed by major venture capital firms including Airbus Ventures, GV, and Kleiner Perkins. As a Senior Spacecraft Mechanical Engineer, you'll be at the forefront of revolutionizing space access by developing critical satellite structures and mechanisms. You'll work with cutting-edge technology to design, analyze, and implement solutions for spacecraft systems, focusing on cost-effectiveness and reliability.

The role combines hands-on engineering with strategic thinking, requiring expertise in structural mechanics, thermal analysis, and spacecraft dynamics. You'll be responsible for the entire lifecycle of satellite components, from initial concept through orbital deployment. Working from our Long Beach headquarters, you'll collaborate with a talented team of engineers to solve complex technical challenges.

This position offers the opportunity to make a significant impact in the commercial space industry, working on technology that will make space access more affordable and sustainable. The ideal candidate brings 3+ years of aerospace experience, strong analytical skills, and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team. Knowledge of spacecraft systems, CAD tools, and programming environments is essential.

SpinLaunch offers a dynamic, fast-paced environment where innovation is paramount. The company's mission to revolutionize space access provides exciting challenges and opportunities for professional growth. This role is perfect for someone passionate about space technology who wants to be part of transforming how we access space.

Senior Spacecraft Mechanical Engineer position at SpinLaunch, developing innovative satellite structures and launch systems to revolutionize space access.

Senior Spacecraft Mechanical Engineer

SpinLaunch is a space technology company committed to revolutionizing access to space by enabling the rapid, cost-effective deployment of launch, satellites, and services.

SpinLaunch is a space technology company revolutionizing access to space with rapid, cost-effective launch solutions. Backed by industry leaders like Airbus Ventures, GV, and Kleiner Perkins, we're advancing space commercialization. As a Senior Antenna Engineer, you'll be at the forefront of transforming the space industry, working on cutting-edge antenna technologies. You'll design and prototype antenna feed arrays, investigate new technologies, and contribute to all phases of antenna development. This role requires expertise in electromagnetics, microwave systems, and phased array antennas. You'll work with a collaborative team in a fast-paced, innovative environment at our Long Beach, CA headquarters. Join us in creating a more affordable and sustainable space industry, while advancing your career in space technology.

Senior Antenna Engineer at SpinLaunch, revolutionizing space access with innovative antenna technologies.

Senior Antenna Engineer

SpinLaunch is a space technology company revolutionizing access to space by enabling rapid, cost-effective deployment of launch, satellites, and services.

SpinLaunch is a space technology company committed to revolutionizing access to space by enabling the rapid, cost-effective deployment of launch, satellites, and services. Backed by industry leaders in venture capital and engineering, including Airbus Ventures, GV (formerly Google Ventures), and Kleiner Perkins, we are primed to advance the commercialization of our end-to-end space solutions.

As a Spacecraft Systems Engineer at SpinLaunch, you'll be at the forefront of transforming the entire space landscape, creating a more affordable and sustainable space industry. You'll join a close-knit, collaborative team that thrives in a fast-paced, innovative environment.

Your responsibilities will include:
- Owning the development of unique satellite designs across various mission concepts
- Creating systems models representative of on-orbit conditions
- Generating and maintaining performance budgets
- Managing electrical, mechanical, and software interfaces
- Cost estimation, component selection, and vendor coordination
- Risk assessment and mitigation
- Contributing to designs of unique launch vehicle interfaces
- Conceptualizing constellation deployment schemes
- Developing satellite constellation architectures
- Communicating technical concepts with stakeholders
- Working on test plans and informing satellite design schedules

To excel in this role, you should have:
- 5+ years of professional spacecraft design/development experience
- Strong skills in using and creating software tools (MATLAB, Python, Excel)
- Deep understanding of spacecraft technologies and design principles
- A Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related field
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to rapidly expand your knowledge

Preferred qualifications include 7+ years of experience, a Master's degree, previous work on small LEO satellites or constellations, and satellite operations experience.

Join SpinLaunch and be an integral part of our mission to transform the space industry!

SpinLaunch seeks a Spacecraft Systems Engineer to develop innovative satellite designs and revolutionize space access.

Spacecraft Systems Engineer

SpinLaunch is a space technology company revolutionizing access to space with rapid, cost-effective deployment of launch, satellites, and services.

SpinLaunch is a cutting-edge space technology company on a mission to revolutionize access to space. We're focused on enabling rapid, cost-effective deployment of launch, satellites, and services. Backed by industry leaders like Airbus Ventures, GV, and Kleiner Perkins, we're well-positioned to advance the commercialization of our end-to-end space solutions.

As a Senior Satellite Systems Engineer at SpinLaunch, you'll be at the forefront of transforming the entire space landscape. You'll work on developing and managing satellite designs across various mission concepts, contribute to constellation architectures, and collaborate with design and test engineering teams.

Your responsibilities will include systems modeling, cost estimation, performance budget management, component selection, vendor evaluation, and risk assessment. You'll also be involved in generating and maintaining interface control documents and estimating development schedules.

We're looking for candidates with 5+ years of professional experience in satellite systems, strong skills in software tools for system performance modeling, and a deep understanding of satellite technologies. You should have a Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Systems Engineering or a related field, with strong communication skills and a passion for tackling complex challenges.

Ideal candidates will have 7+ years of experience, a Master's degree, and previous work on small LEO satellites. Experience with spacecraft top-level design, satellite simulations and models, and satellite operations is highly valued.

Join our close-knit, collaborative team in our Long Beach, CA headquarters, and be an integral part of creating a more affordable and sustainable space industry. At SpinLaunch, you'll thrive in a fast-paced, innovative environment while contributing to groundbreaking advancements in space technology.

Note: This position requires U.S. citizenship or permanent residency due to ITAR regulations. SpinLaunch is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace.

Senior Satellite Systems Engineer at SpinLaunch, revolutionizing space access with innovative launch and satellite technologies.

Senior Satellite Systems Engineer

SpinLaunch is a space technology company committed to revolutionizing access to space by enabling the rapid, cost-effective deployment of launch, satellites, and services. With backing from industry leaders in venture capital and engineering, we are primed to advance the commercialization of our end-to-end space solutions. At SpinLaunch, you'll be at the forefront of transforming the entire space landscape - creating a more affordable and sustainable space industry. Join us in our mission and be an integral part of a close-knit, collaborative team that strives in a fast-paced, innovative environment.

In this role, you will be responsible for developing software tools that measure and optimize the effectiveness and feasibility of advanced satellite communication constellations. This includes:

- Working with the engineering team to optimize the constellation design
- Developing optimization techniques and algorithms to solve complex telecom constellation design problems, such as beam placement and interference mitigation
- Using and creating software tools to model constellation performance, utilization, and lifecycles
- Modelling global market demand for communication services and constellation support infrastructure (ground stations etc.)
- Optimizing computational efficiency of in-house modelling tools

Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in computer science, aerospace, or related field
- Experience developing in Python (especially numpy and pandas)
- Strong understanding and knowledge of 3D vector geometry and calculus
- Ability to rapidly expand application specific knowledge sets and skills where necessary
- Passion for understanding complexity and finding answers to challenging questions
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Ideal Qualifications:
- 3+ years of related industry experience
- Higher degree (Masters or PhD) in related field
- Experience architecting and managing robust and extensible software codebases
- Experience in optimizing computationally intensive software
- Experience in solving complex multi-dimensional optimization problems
- Experience working on satcom or other telecommunication systems
- Experience modelling antenna radiation patterns
- Experience working on LEO satellite constellation(s)
- Experience in with LEO spacecraft and/or space mission top level design

The base salary offered to a successful candidate will be determined on a case-by-case basis and influenced by a variety of factors including, but not limited to, experience, credentials & certifications, educational attainment, skill level requirements, and scope of the position.

ITAR Requirements: SpinLaunch is required by the U.S. Government to comply with various space technology export regulations including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). All applicants must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident ("green card holder") or a protected individual as defined by ITAR (22 CFR §120.15) or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.

SpinLaunch is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Each individual has the right to work in a professional environment that promotes equal employment opportunity and prohibits discriminatory practices, including harassment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

SpinLaunch seeks a Software Engineer for Satellite Constellation Operations to develop and optimize advanced communication systems.

Software Engineer, Satellite Constellation Operations

SpinLaunch is a space technology company committed to revolutionizing access to space by enabling the rapid, cost-effective deployment of launch, satellites, and services. With backing from industry leaders in venture capital and engineering, including Airbus Ventures, GV (formerly Google Ventures), and Kleiner Perkins, we are primed to advance the commercialization of our end-to-end space solutions. At SpinLaunch, you'll be at the forefront of transforming the entire space landscape - creating a more affordable and sustainable space industry. Join us in our mission and be an integral part of a close-knit, collaborative team that strives in a fast-paced, innovative environment.

As a Sr. Satellite Systems Engineer, your mission on the team will include:
- Developing and managing the trade space of satellite designs across a variety of mission concepts
- Systems modelling
- Cost estimation
- Generating and maintaining performance budgets
- Component selection
- Vendor evaluation
- Managing high-level electrical, mechanical, and data interfaces
- Generating and maintaining interface control documents
- Risk assessment
- Contributing to the development of satellite constellation architectures
- Working with design and test engineering to generate test plans
- Estimation of development schedules

Qualifications:
- 5+ years professional design/development experience in satellite systems
- Skill in using and creating software tools to model systems performance across a variety of disciplines (MATLAB, Python, Excel, etc.)
- Strong understanding of satellite technologies, design principles, and concepts of operations
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Systems Engineering, or related field
- Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
- Ability to rapidly expand application specific knowledge sets and skills where necessary
- Passion for understanding complexity and finding answers to challenging questions

Ideal Qualifications:
- 7+ years professional design/development experience in satellite systems
- Master's degree in Electrical or Systems Engineering, or related field
- Previous experience with spacecraft and/or space mission top level design
- Previous work on small LEO satellites
- Breadth of experience leading satellite systems development and testing
- Experience with creating satellite simulations and models
- Satellite operations experience

Join SpinLaunch and be part of a team that's revolutionizing the space industry with innovative and sustainable solutions.

SpinLaunch seeks a Sr. Satellite Systems Engineer to develop and manage satellite designs, contribute to constellation architectures, and lead systems modeling for space technology innovation.

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Space technology company revolutionizing access to space through rapid, cost-effective deployment of launch, satellites, and services.