Impulse Space

Spacecraft Integration Engineer

Posted 11 Days Ago

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Redondo Beach, CA, USA

In-Office

105K-165K Annually

Mid level

Aerospace • Software

The Role

Own spacecraft build from assembly through launch vehicle integration. Execute system-level testing, lead system integration and activation with technician teams, manage multidisciplinary schedules, identify and drive resolution of build issues, and provide design feedback to improve spacecraft processing.

Summary Generated by Built In

As a Spacecraft Integration Engineer at Impulse, you will own all aspects of the spacecraft build from vehicle assembly through checkouts and launch site integration. Impulse is building an exceptional team and this position is a growth opportunity open to high performers of any experience level above the basic qualifications.

Responsibilities

Own spacecraft build from assembly start through integration onto the launch vehicle
Execute critical system-level testing, working directly with subsystem level owners
Plan, support and drive system integration and activation alongside skilled technician teams
Build, organize and manage a multidisciplinary schedule to drive delivery of the spacecraft on time
Provide innovative solutions to problems while operating with a high degree of autonomy
Work and communicate effectively at a technical level with numerous teams across propulsion, avionics, structures, software, test, and manufacturing
Identify, track, and communicate build issues and work across the organization to drive resolutions
Provide feedback to design teams to improve processing of the spacecraft through the entire lifecycle

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, chemical engineering, materials engineering, or other engineering discipline
4+ years of experience integrating, designing, and/or building an aerospace, industrial, chemical, or material manufacturing process
2+ years' of demonstrated experience with pneumatic, electrical, and hydraulic functional test stands and testing

Preferred Skills and Experience

7+ years of experience working integration/design/build an aerospace, industrial, chemical, or material manufacturing process
Hands-on experience working with complex fluid or mechanical systems in a professional setting
Demonstrated expertise in the design, build, and operation of hazardous processing equipment
Experience using Siemens NX, SOLIDWORKS, or similar CAD software
Experience drafting and updating piping and instrumentations schematics
Experience using SQL or other similar data base systems
Familiarity with industrial control systems (such as PLCs)
Excellent written and oral communication, especially translating technical concepts for non-technical audiences
General hands-on mechanical experience: welding, automotive, pumps/valves, rocketry, etc.
Ability to work in a fast paced, autonomously driven, and demanding atmosphere

Additional Information:
Compensation bands are determined by role, level, location, and alignment with market data. Individual level and base pay is determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on job-related skills, education, experience, technical capabilities and internal equity.

To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) you 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. Learn more about the ITAR here.

Impulse Space is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with Impulse Space is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.

About
Impulse Space, the in-space transportation company founded by Tom Mueller, is opening access beyond Low Earth Orbit (LEO) with its fleet of in-space transportation vehicles. The high-energy Helios vehicle unlocks orbits beyond LEO with its powerful Deneb engine, dropping off payloads in MEO, GEO, heliocentric, lunar, and other planetary orbits. The flight-proven Mira vehicle uses a nontoxic, high-impulse chemical propulsion system to offer orbital transport, constellation deployment, and precision reentry services to customers throughout LEO. Led by a team that delivered the most reliable rockets in history, Impulse provides economical and efficient in-space transportation by reliably and rapidly getting customers where they want to go.

Skills Required

Bachelor's degree in mechanical, chemical, materials, or other engineering discipline
4+ years integrating, designing, or building aerospace, industrial, chemical, or material manufacturing processes
2+ years experience with pneumatic, electrical, and hydraulic functional test stands and testing
Must meet ITAR eligibility (U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, protected individual, or eligible for required authorizations)
7+ years experience in integration/design/build of aerospace/industrial/chemical/material manufacturing processes
Hands-on experience with complex fluid or mechanical systems and hazardous processing equipment
Experience using Siemens NX, SOLIDWORKS, or similar CAD software
Experience drafting and updating piping and instrumentation diagrams (P&ID)
Experience using SQL or similar database systems
Familiarity with industrial control systems (PLCs)
General hands-on mechanical skills (welding, pumps/valves, automotive, rocketry)
Excellent written and oral communication, ability to translate technical concepts for non-technical audiences