Spacecraft Systems Engineer

6 days ago


El Segundo, California, United States Varda Space Industries Full time
About Varda

Varda Space Industries is accelerating the development of commercial space infrastructure, enabling the creation of products that can only be manufactured in space. Our mission is to expand the economic bounds of humankind by establishing a bustling in-space ecosystem.

Our team consists of veterans from top aerospace companies, including SpaceX and Blue Origin, as well as experts from major pharmaceutical companies and Silicon Valley. We have offices and production facilities in El Segundo, California, and Washington, D.C.

The Mission Assurance Engineer Role

This role involves partnering with our design and manufacturing teams to ensure the reliability and safety of spacecraft systems throughout their development lifecycle. You will work closely with regulatory bodies, such as the FAA and range safety licensing processes, to develop flight safety analyses and verification artifacts.

  • Produce orbital analysis and simulate failure modes for commercial reentry vehicles
  • Provide critical peer review of hardware during design reviews and acceptance and qualification test campaigns
  • Develop and implement test and inspection processes for new and existing products and processes
Responsibilities

As a Mission Assurance Engineer, you will be responsible for:

  • Ensuring compliance with requirements and regulations
  • Developing and maintaining documentation and records
  • Collaborating with cross-functional teams to identify and mitigate risks
  • Providing technical expertise to support testing and quality assurance activities
Requirements

To be successful in this role, you will need:

  • A Bachelor's degree in an engineering field (aerospace, mechanical, electrical, etc.)
  • At least 3 years of professional experience in a relevant field
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Excellent communication and teamwork abilities
Benefits

We offer a competitive salary, ranging from $100,000 to $180,000 per year, depending on your level of experience. Additionally, you will be eligible for long-term incentives, including stock options and/or cash awards. Our benefits package includes health insurance, 401(k) matching, and unlimited PTO.



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