Principal Engineer - Product Integrity
Core
Define strategic technical vision and architectural foundation for reliability, thermal, structural, and applied sciences engineering across complex space systems.
Role type
Principal Engineer (Product Integrity & Reliability)
Builds
Reusable, safe, low-cost space vehicles and TeraWave satellite communications network
Domain
Aerospace / Space Systems / Reliability Engineering
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | infrastructure
Required skills
Physics-of-failure modeling, Accelerated life testing, FEA, CFD, Multi-physics simulation, Failure analysis, Root-cause investigation, Risk assessment, Technical leadership, Strategic architecture
Preferred skills
Space-grade hardware experience, AI/ML-driven engineering platforms, Advanced packaging, Solder-joint reliability, Composite mechanics, Model-based systems engineering (MBSE), Digital twin methodologies
Technologies
FEA, CFD, AI/ML, Digital Twins
Responsibilities
Define strategic technical vision and architectural principles for product integrity; Establish groundbreaking technical approaches for physics-of-failure modeling and predictive reliability; Pioneer qualification and validation methodologies; Define architectural framework for thermal and structural analysis ecosystems; Establish strategic direction for AI-driven engineering and automation; Create blueprint for material characterization and packaging integrity; Establish vision for reliability and failure analysis lab ecosystem; Direct cross-layer optimization strategy; Serve as chief technical authority and mentor technical leaders.
Seniority
Principal, strategy & mentorship