Terran Orbital is seeking an experienced
Sr. Project Engineer - Electrical Power Systems to join our dynamic team. Reporting to the Product Director, Electrical Power Systems the Sr. Project Engineer will be responsible for driving cross-functional communication and coordination for the design and development of complex electrical power modules. The Sr. Project Engineer will work closely with core engineering teams to identify risks, maintain development alignment, and ensure timely escalation to engineering leadership and upper management.
Key Duties and Responsibilities - Serve as the primary coordination point across engineering, manufacturing, quality, supply chain, and program management, ensuring seamless communication and execution of deliverables.
- Lead planning and execution of module development programs, ensuring alignment with technical requirements, budget constraints, and schedule commitments.
- Proactively identify issues, drive structured problem-solving efforts, and facilitate effective root-cause investigations.
- Prepare and present clear, concise development status reports, risk assessments, and escalation briefings to senior leadership.
- Partner with program managers to manage cross-program dependencies, developing and tracking robust mitigation plans.
- Organize and facilitate technical reviews, design checkpoints, and key decision forums to maintain engineering rigor and forward progress.
Required Qualifications and Skills - Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related technical discipline such as Computer Science, Mechanical Engineering, or Aerospace Engineering.
- 5+ years of project or program management experience in a hardware development environment.
- Strong understanding of hardware development lifecycles and manufacturing release processes.
- Demonstrated ability to lead without formal authority, drive accountability, and manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines.
- Experience with program management tools such as MS Project, Jira, Confluence, and the ability to produce high-quality presentations.
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to translate complex technical issues for both engineering teams and executives.
- Must be a U.S. Person or lawful permanent resident in compliance with U.S. government space technology export regulations.
Preferred Qualifications and Skills- Experience with battery systems and battery management systems (BMS) design.
- Knowledge of spacecraft power budgeting and analysis.
- Background in Systems Engineering and Integration of spacecraft systems.
Your actual level and base salary will be determined case-by-case and may vary based on the job-related qualification, knowledge, skills, education, and experience. In addition to base salary, we offer 100% covered medical, dental, and vision coverage, a 401(k) match, Flexible Time Off (FTO), covered life insurance, maternity and paternity leave, tuition reimbursement, employee referrals, and lots of swag!
Salary Range
$130,000-$175,000 USD
Full-time positions only:
Benefits- 100% Company-paid comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your dependents
- 401(k) Match
- Flexible Time Off (FTO)
- Education Reimbursement
- Competitive Paid Parental Leave
Physical Demands An employee must meet the physical demands described to perform the essential functions of this job successfully. In performing the duties of this job, the employee is routinely required to sit or stand for long durations of time, in addition to bending, reaching, and walking. This would require the ability to lift or move objects up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift or move objects up to 25 pounds. This position is generally sedentary, with substantial computer usage.
Work Environment The job operates in a professional office environment but in a manufacturing company. This job routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, and scanners.
