General Engineering Application

Posted 19 Days Ago
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El Segundo, CA
1-3 Years Experience
Aerospace
We’re building a launch system we are proud of – no gimmicks or over-design, just reliable, rapid, deployable launches.
The Role
Join ABL Space Systems to contribute to the development and operation of their RS1 rocket. Collaborate within a small team to innovate on hardware and software solutions that enhance future launches. Engineers should demonstrate critical thinking, adaptability, and ownership of projects.
Summary Generated by Built In

ABL Space Systems is driven by the vision that in ten years, missions to space will launch every day from around the world. We’ve set out to assure global access to space through the development of a low-cost launch vehicle and a modular ground system, RS1 and GS0. 

 

Behind our business model is an exceptional team. Engineers, technicians and operators at ABL thrive on creating simple yet effective systems to tackle the challenge that space launch presents.

 

Launch is just the beginning. Join ABL in paving the way for the next-generation space platform.


Please note that this is not a job posting for a specific role or opening but is intended for those who are interested in ABL and our mission. Those interested in propulsion, structures, avionics/electrical, GNC, test, integration, software, and manufacturing engineering are welcome to submit an application. Submission of an application is not a guarantee of consideration for any particular position.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • The opportunity to make a significant contribution on our hardware or software for our RS1 rocket and operations that will impact our future launches.
  • Collaborate on a small team of talented engineers, operators, and technicians.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Bachelor's degree at an accredited university in an engineering discipline.
  • Experience In aerospace, automotive, aviation, satellites, and consumer electronics to name a few.

WHAT WE LOOK FOR:

  • Critical thinking: ABL engineers understand the “why” behind all design decisions, operational events and test outcomes.
  • Ability to deal with ambiguity: ABL engineers must be comfortable defining their own pathway to an objective.
  • End-to end ownership: projects are delivered fully complete and ready for flight.

ITAR Requirement

This position requires access to information protected under US export control laws, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations and/or the Export Administration Regulations. As such, US person status (including US citizens, U.S. permanent residents, individuals granted U.S. asylum status, or individuals admitted in U.S. refugee status) is a required qualification for this position.

 

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, genetics, or citizenship status (when otherwise legally authorized to work and access export-controlled data) and will not be discriminated against on the basis of such characteristics or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. We encourage applicants of all ages.

Top Skills

Software
The Company
HQ: El Segundo, CA
300 Employees
On-site Workplace
Year Founded: 2017

What We Do

ABL Space Systems was founded in 2017 by veterans of SpaceX and Morgan Stanley to develop low-cost launch vehicles for the small satellite industry. ​

As we gear up for our first RS1 launch in Alaska, ABL recently raised a total of $370M from T. Rowe Price Associates, Fidelity Management and private investors in an extended Series B round that value the company at $2.4B. ​
Key clients include NASA, Lockheed Martin, the U.S. Space Force and Amazon. ​

We’re building a launch system we are proud of – no gimmicks or over-design, just reliable, rapid, deployable launches. We’re an ambitious team with big goals and, together, we’re determined to prove that reaching space can be simple, efficient, and routine. ​

When launch day arrives, we want you by our side.​

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