Senior Spacecraft Solar Array Engineer- TeraWave
Core
Responsible Engineer for the solar array (primary power generation system) on TeraWave spacecraft, owning the full lifecycle from concept through production release for a constellation of optically interconnected satellites.
Role type
Senior Responsible Engineer (RE) for Spacecraft Solar Array
Builds
Space-grade photovoltaic assemblies and solar array systems for TeraWave satellites
Domain
Aerospace / Satellite Communications / Space Power Systems
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work -> physical/clinical work (specifically: flight-qualified, production-ready hardware)
Required skills
Space-grade photovoltaic assembly design, Solar array requirements derivation, Interface control documents (ICDs) creation, Design trade studies, Solar array performance characterization, High-voltage spacecraft design (>50V), AIAA S-112 standards knowledge, Space environment effects analysis (vacuum, radiation, UV, thermal cycling), Supplier and contract manufacturer collaboration
Preferred skills
Advanced graduate degree in relevant engineering field, Solar array architecture trade studies expertise, Formal qualification campaign leadership, Engineering design and simulation tools proficiency (Creo, Ansys, MATLAB/Simulink, Simscape, STK), I-V curve characterization equipment experience, DFM/DFA optimization
Technologies
Creo, Ansys, MATLAB/Simulink, Simscape, STK, High-voltage power bus architectures
Responsibilities
Own full design and development of space-grade photovoltaic assemblies, Derive and maintain solar array requirements and ICDs, Lead design trade studies for architecture and cell selection, Characterize electrical and optical performance across space environment conditions, Lead internal design reviews and participate in supplier/customer reviews, Define and support component-level and system-level test programs, Serve as subject matter expert for solar array integration and troubleshooting, Collaborate with manufacturing operations for production transition, Own and maintain the complete solar array design package
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with technical leadership