Senior Principal Chief Engineer
Core
Designing spacecraft and space system architectures, managing tactical engineering efforts, and leading teams to deliver mission-critical space capabilities.
Role type
Senior Principal Chief Engineer (Space Systems)
Builds
Spacecraft, space systems, and unique payloads for military and allied operations
Domain
Defense / Aerospace / Space Systems
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Spacecraft system architecture, systems engineering, mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, team leadership, clean sheet design, hardware prototyping, test planning, integration management, electronics troubleshooting
Preferred skills
RF transponder design, flight testing, manufacturing experience
Technologies
Lattice OS, spacecraft subsystems, test equipment
Responsibilities
Design spacecraft architectures, build conceptual mission designs, manage tactical engineering efforts, draft test plans, support build and benchtop testing, conduct hands-on spacecraft testing, mentor engineers, support hardware demonstrations
Seniority
Principal, strategy & mentorship