Director, Systems Engineering, Spacecraft Engine

3 weeks ago


Sunnyvale, United States Astra Space Inc Full time
  • Astra delivered its first commercial launch to low Earth orbit in 2021, making it the fastest company in history to reach this milestone, just five years after it was founded in 2016.
  • As the Director of Systems Engineering for Astra's Spacecraft Engines Program, you will lead and oversee the systems engineering and propulsion team responsible for the design, development, integration, and optimization of advanced propulsion systems for spacecraft.
  • You will play a pivotal role in driving technical excellence, ensuring seamless system integration, and delivering high-performance, reliable propulsion solutions.
  • Systems Design and Integration: Oversee the entire systems engineering lifecycle, including conceptualization, requirements definition, architecture design, integration, and testing of spacecraft propulsion systems.
  • Cross-functional Collaboration: Collaborate closely with mechanical, electrical, and aerospace engineering teams to ensure effective integration of propulsion systems into spacecraft designs, meeting performance, reliability, and safety requirements.
  • Advanced Degree: Master's or Ph. D. in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering or a related field.
  • Extensive Experience: Minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in systems engineering, preferably in spacecraft propulsion systems, with demonstrated leadership and project management skills.
  • ITAR Requirements: This position requires compliance with U.S. Government space technology trade restrictions, specifically the International Trafficking in Arms Regulations (ITAR), Export Administration Regulations (EAR) and additional regulations governing satellite, launch vehicle, missile, and other related technologies.


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