Spacecraft Systems Engineer

3 weeks ago


Santa Monica, California, United States Outpost Full time
Join Outpost Space as a Spacecraft Systems Engineer

We are seeking a highly skilled Spacecraft Systems Engineer to join our software engineering team at Outpost Space. As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for working closely with cross-functional teams to create efficient and sustainable solutions. Our ideal candidate has a strong background in software development, leadership experience, and the ability to work collaboratively with other team members.

This is a unique opportunity to join a rapidly growing company at the forefront of space logistics. You will have the chance to engage in all aspects of spacecraft development, from system architecture and rapid prototyping to full flight/Earth-Return projects, managing flight hardware during ground tests, and providing mission operations support. Our team is committed to advancing space technology and making space accessible to all.

The successful candidate will have a bachelor's or master's degree in computer science, software engineering, or a related field, and a minimum of 6 years of spacecraft software engineering or software development experience in C++ or a similar language. They will also have at least 4 years of experience leading a team of software engineers, have software that has flown on multiple successful spacecraft missions, and work on-site in Santa Monica, CA.

Our compensation package includes a salary range of $180,000 - $250,000, based on experience, incentive equity, annual performance-based bonus, medical, dental, and vision insurance, short- and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, PTO, 401k with company match, and subsidized daily catered lunch, snacks, and coffee.

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