Sr. Launch System Integration Engineer

Terran Orbital Corporation • Irvine, CA

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About The Position

Join a team where your impact reaches beyond the stars! At Terran Orbital, you’re not just part of the system – you’re a vital force propelling our mission forward. As trailblazers in satellite manufacturing and aerospace innovation, we shatter boundaries daily to deliver groundbreaking solutions that power our nation’s defense and commercial missions. We are a unique, fast growing, and trusted team dedicated to swiftly and efficiently designing, building, launching, and operating state of the art satellites for advanced mission constellations. If you’re driven by purpose, inspired by challenges, and ready to leave your mark on the universe, you’ll find a home and endless opportunities for growth here. Together, let’s redefine what is possible in orbit and beyond!
Terran Orbital is seeking an experienced Sr. Launch System Integration Engineer to join our dynamic team. Reporting to the Mission Operations Manager the Sr. Launch System Integration Engineer will be responsible for leading and executing launch vehicle integration for space vehicles, developing launch requirements, performing launch verification and validation and range safety compliance. You will also act as the primary launch liaison between customers, launch providers, and Terran Orbital.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace, Mechanical, Electrical Engineering or related technical field
• 5+ years’ experience as aerospace, mechanical, system engineer or similar
• Hands-on experience with payload integration and/or launch integration, or
• Experience with large structure and electrical assembly
• Experience with SSCMAN 91-710 Compliance and MSPSP
• Highly detail-oriented
• Experience effectively communicating with cross-functional teams, external customers, and launch suppliers
• Able to communicate effectively with strong organizational skills
• Must be willing to travel up to 25% for launch site integration support
• Willing to work extended hours and weekends as required
• Willing and able to operate heavy machinery (i.e lifts, overhead cranes)
• U.S. Citizenship with ability to obtain and maintain DoD security clearance

Nice To Haves

• Experience with SolidWorks
• Experience with requirement tools such as JAMA and Valispace
• Experience with propellant systems for spacecraft
• Experience with MGSE for structures handling (i.e lift/breakover fixtures, large structure stands)
• Experience with space vehicle separation systems
• Familiarity with GEVS and/or SMC-S-16 testing requirements

Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects related to launch segment for specific programs (i.e dispenser/separation system requirements, packaging and shipping space vehicle and launch-related hardware, unpacking hardware at vehicle integration site, and launch integration planning and execution)
• Primary technical POC for launch with multiple disciplines, with customers, and with launch providers
• Coordinate and conduct test campaigns of space vehicle and launch-related hardware
• Write and execute the necessary assembly, integration and test procedures to support the launch integration campaign.
• Work with design and tooling engineers to develop and/or design assembly, integration, or checkout tooling.
• Work closely with members of program teams, technical peers, and operations to ensure the Launch Systems Engineering team and launch integration activities meet all requirements and achieve all milestones.

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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level