Spacecraft Propulsion Systems Engineer

2 days ago


San Francisco, California, United States Planet Labs PBC Full time

About Planet Labs PBC

Planet Labs PBC is a leading space technology company that designs, builds, and operates the largest constellation of imaging satellites in history. We deliver an unprecedented dataset of empirical information via a revolutionary cloud-based platform to authoritative figures in commercial, environmental, and humanitarian sectors.

We are both a space company and data company all rolled into one, providing our customers and users across the globe with unparalleled access to satellite imagery and insights.

As we control every component of hardware design, manufacturing, data processing, and software engineering, our office is a truly inspiring mix of experts from a variety of domains.

We have a people-centric approach toward culture and community and strive to iterate in a way that puts our team members first and prepares our company for growth.

  • Estimated salary range $114,200—$142,700 USD per year.

Job Description:

Role Overview

Our team at Planet Labs PBC is seeking an exceptional Propulsion Systems Engineer to support a variety of design, integration, and environmental testing activities at component, subsystem, and system levels.

  • Design, develop, and test propulsion systems, including thrusters and power processing units (PPUs).
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to achieve desired results and ensure successful project delivery.
  • Perform testing and implementation of modifications to propulsion system components.
  • Liaise with vendors to manage procurement and selection of suitable components.
  • Develop and maintain procedures for building ground support equipment and flight hardware.
Responsibilities

You will be responsible for:

  • Supporting the Acceptance, Testing, and Integration (AI&T) line of Planet Next satellite constellation.
  • Coordinating and leading the execution of environmental test campaigns for propulsion systems.
  • Participating in planning and coordination of test campaigns.
  • Qualifying propulsion systems for flight.
  • Providing functional and environmental testing support for high-energy thrusters (HETs) and PPUs.
  • Developing and maintaining test fixtures and equipment.
  • Maintaining the Environmental Lab.
  • Designing and testing tools and equipment required for spacecraft launch integration.
  • Supporting launch integration activities.

Requirements:

  • 4+ years of relevant work experience.
  • Experience working with test equipment such as thermal air chambers, TVAC chambers, power supplies, multimeters, oscilloscopes.
  • HET assembly and testing experience in high vacuum operating environments.
  • Experience with operation of electric propulsion thrusters such as HETs.
  • Able to juggle multiple tasks and make quality decisions without negative impact on others.
  • Experience working with cross-functional teams to achieve desired results.
  • Experience with Engineering Documentation Control, G-Suite, Jira.
  • Ability to travel within the United States and outside of the United States.

Benefits:

  • Comprehensive Health Plan.
  • Wellness program and onsite massages in specific offices.
  • Flexible Time Off.
  • Recognition Programs.
  • Commuter Benefits.
  • Tuition Reimbursement and access to LinkedIn Learning.
  • Parental Leave.
  • Offsites and Happy Hours.
  • Volunteering Benefits.


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