Spacecraft Integration Engineer

Impulse Space

$105K — $165K *
Aerospace & Defense
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in mechanical, chemical, materials engineering, or similar discipline.
  • 4+ years of experience in aerospace or manufacturing processes.
  • 2+ years of hands-on experience with pneumatic, electrical, or hydraulic test stands.
  • Demonstrated ability to integrate complex systems during build phases.
  • Strong communication skills, especially in technical contexts.

Responsibilities

  • Own spacecraft build from assembly through launch integration.
  • Execute and oversee system-level testing with subsystem teams.
  • Plan and coordinate system integration with technician teams.
  • Manage a multidisciplinary schedule for timely spacecraft delivery.
  • Develop innovative solutions to challenges independently.
  • Communicate effectively with diverse technical teams.
  • Identify and resolve build issues across the organization.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health and wellness benefits.
  • Opportunities for professional development and growth.
  • Dynamic and collaborative work environment.
  • Potential for hands-on experience with cutting-edge technology.
  • Work with a passionate and skilled team of engineers.
Full Job Description
Spacecraft Integration Engineer

Department: Assembly, Integration & Test

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Redondo Beach

Compensation: $105,000 - $165,000 / year

Description

As a SpacecraftIntegration Engineer at Impulse, you will own all aspects of the spacecraft build from vehicle assembly through checkouts and launch site integration. Impulse is building an exceptional team and this position is a growth opportunity open to high performers of any experience level above the basic qualifications.

Responsibilities
  • Own spacecraft build from assembly start through integration onto the launch vehicle
  • Execute critical system-level testing, working directly with subsystem level owners
  • Plan, support and drive system integration and activation alongside skilled technician teams
  • Build, organize and manage a multidisciplinary schedule to drive delivery of the spacecraft on time
  • Provide innovative solutions to problems while operating with a high degree of autonomy
  • Work and communicate effectively at a technical level with numerous teams across propulsion, avionics, structures, software, test, and manufacturing
  • Identify, track, and communicate build issues and work across the organization to drive resolutions
  • Provide feedback to design teams to improve processing of the spacecraft through the entire lifecycle


Minimum Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, chemical engineering, materials engineering, or other engineering discipline
  • 4+ years of experience integrating, designing, and/or building an aerospace, industrial, chemical, or material manufacturing process
  • 2+ years' of demonstrated experience with pneumatic, electrical, and hydraulic functional test stands and testing


Preferred Skills and Experience
  • 7+ years of experience working integration/design/build an aerospace, industrial, chemical, or material manufacturing process
  • Hands-on experience working with complex fluid or mechanical systems in a professional setting
  • Demonstrated expertise in the design, build, and operation of hazardous processing equipment
  • Experience using Siemens NX, SOLIDWORKS, or similar CAD software
  • Experience drafting and updating piping and instrumentations schematics
  • Experience using SQL or other similar data base systems
  • Familiarity with industrial control systems (such as PLCs)
  • Excellent written and oral communication, especially translating technical concepts for non-technical audiences
  • General hands-on mechanical experience: welding, automotive, pumps/valves, rocketry, etc.
  • Ability to work in a fast paced, autonomously driven, and demanding atmosphere


Additional Information:

Compensation bands are determined by role, level, location, and alignment with market data. Individual level and base pay is determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on job-related skills, education, experience, technical capabilities and internal equity.

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