Mission Payload Engineer (Commercial)
Core
Integrating advanced payload capabilities onto K2's satellite bus platform across the full program lifecycle from proposal to on-orbit operations.
Role type
Mission Payload Engineer (Commercial)
Builds
High-power satellite platforms for commercial and US government customers
Domain
Aerospace / Space Systems
Required skills
Multi-disciplinary engineering, payload integration, systems engineering, technical project management, interface control documentation, verification and validation planning, cross-functional coordination
Preferred skills
Commercial customer engagement, environmental testing, troubleshooting, high-pressure delivery
Technologies
Mechanical, electrical, software, power, and mission interfaces for satellite payloads
Responsibilities
Manage payload integration across the full satellite lifecycle; Serve as primary customer interface for payload integration; Develop and maintain payload interface control documentation; Create and execute payload interface verification and validation plans; Coordinate cross-functional integration efforts
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC
