Task and Motion Planning Engineer

  • Location: Denver, Colorado
  • Type: Permanent
  • Job #8133
  • Salary: NON 130,000

Are you passionate about shaping the future of humanity's presence in space? Lunar Outpost, a trailblazer in space robotics, invites you to join our team! Lunar Outpost is dedicated to creating a sustainable presence in space, while also driving positive impacts here on Earth. We are seeking a talented, experienced Task and Motion Planning Engineer  

As a Task and Motion Planning Engineer, you will play a pivotal role in the development of cutting-edge decision making and planning systems for our lunar rovers and orbital assets. Working at the intersection of autonomy, robotics, and space exploration, you will design, develop, and implement sophisticated software solutions that enable coordination of cross-domain autonomous systems. Your work will not only contribute to groundbreaking missions but also to technologies that have the potential to benefit humanity on Earth. Collaborating with cross-disciplinary engineering teams, you will help drive the integration of these systems into a unified, state-of-the-art autonomy stack, pushing the boundaries of what's possible in space exploration.

 

Take the #NextLeap with Lunar Outpost and work on the Pegasus LTV, which will carry NASA astronauts farther than they've ever been before on the lunar surface!

 

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead the design and development of decentralized decision-making algorithms for lunar rovers and orbital assets
  • Develop and implement robust software capable of enabling autonomous operations in challenging lunar environments
  • Collaborate with systems, mechanical, electrical, and thermal engineering teams to integrate and optimize autonomy software with asset hardware
  • Utilize simulation techniques to improve autonomous system performance and reliability under various conditions in space
  • Conduct field tests and simulations to validate and refine algorithms and software systems
  • Ensure software systems adhere to industry standards for safety, reliability, and performance in space exploration contexts
  • Develop and maintain technical documentation, including ICDs and verification plans
  • Participate in design reviews, trade studies, and technical risk assessments
  • Stay at the forefront of autonomy and robotics technology, incorporating the latest advancements into our projects

 

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree or higher in Computer Science, Robotics Engineering, or related field
  • At least 3 years of relevant professional experience in developing autonomy software for autonomous systems, with a proven track record in navigation, perception, or belief space planning. Applicants should have expertise in at least one of the following areas:
    • Methods for solving Markov decision processes (e.g., value iterate, Monte Carlo tree search, reinforcement learning)
    • Coordinated planning and control of multi-agent systems
    • Motion planning methods (e.g., A*, FMM, RRT)
    • Belief space planning (e.g., BRM, RRBT)
    • Tasking and scheduling
    • Orbital planning and control algorithms
  • Expertise in programming languages such as C++, Python, and familiarity with ROS (Robot Operating System) 
  • Comfortable working in research-oriented, agile, and interdisciplinary teams
  • Track record of innovation in networking, robotics, or space systems, as demonstrated by patents, publications, or significant project achievements
  • Exceptional ability to communicate complex technical concepts and collaborate across various engineering disciplines
  • U.S. Citizen

 

Preferred Qualifications

  • M.S. or Ph.D. in a field relevant to autonomy or robotics directly applicable to autonomous navigation and guidance
  • Experience with autonomous systems in space, or other extreme, unstructured, environments.
  • Familiarity with space operating systems (e.g., VxWorks) and software (e.g., cFS)
  • Familiarity with containers (e.g., Docker) and virtualization software (e.g., VirtualBox)
  • Experience with the end-to-end development and deployment of network software systems in space exploration missions

 

Compensation & Benefits:Compensation level and base salary are competitively structured and thoughtfully determined based on factors such as relevant skills, experience, education, and the scope of the role.

  • Comprehensive health coverage: Medical, dental, and vision benefits, with 70% of premiums covered by the employer
  • Paid time off: Three (3) weeks per year of vacation
  • Retirement plan: Up to 4% employer match on 401(k) contributions
  • Paid holidays: 11 company-recognized holidays
  • Parental leave
  • Educational reimbursement opportunities to support company objectives, continued learning, and career development

 

Lunar Outpost Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Lunar Outpost Inc. does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), national origin, ethnicity, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. All employees, including executives and human resources personnel, are expected to conduct themselves with professionalism and treat others with dignity and respect in accordance with this policy.

TPM – Space Systems

  • Location: Adams County, Colorado
  • Type: Permanent
  • Job #8131
  • Salary: NON 200,000

We’re looking for an experienced Technical Program Manager – Space Systems to lead the execution of complex spacecraft programs from development through integration, test, launch and operational readiness.

This role requires someone with technical depth, ideally with a background in Systems Engineering, who has progressed into programme leadership. You’ll work across engineering teams, suppliers and key stakeholders to ensure technical priorities, schedules, risks and programme milestones remain aligned.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead technical programme execution across the spacecraft development lifecycle.
  • Coordinate Systems Engineering, hardware, software, manufacturing, integration & test and mission operations teams.
  • Own programme schedules, dependencies, critical paths and key milestones.
  • Identify technical and programme risks early and drive mitigation plans.
  • Coordinate external suppliers and partners, ensuring delivery against programme requirements.
  • Support spacecraft integration, environmental testing, launch preparation and operational readiness.
  • Drive alignment between engineering teams, programme leadership and external stakeholders.

Key Requirements

  • 8+ years of experience within space, aerospace or complex high-reliability systems.
  • Previous experience managing spacecraft, satellite systems or complex space programmes.
  • Strong technical foundation, ideally within Systems Engineering.
  • Experience working across multidisciplinary engineering organisations.
  • Understanding of spacecraft development, integration, test and verification.
  • Experience managing technical schedules, risks and programme dependencies.
  • Background within a major aerospace, defence or space organisation highly desirable.
  • Strong employment tenure, with evidence of seeing complex programmes through major milestones.
  • U.S. citizenship and ability to obtain a security clearance.
  • Able to work on-site in Westminster, Colorado, Tuesday–Thursday, with approximately 10–15% travel.

This is an opportunity for a technically credible programme leader to take ownership of a highly complex spacecraft programme. It would particularly suit someone who has moved from Systems Engineering into programme leadership and wants to remain close to the technology while driving successful delivery.

Softgoods Technican

  • Location: Rockledge, Florida
  • Type: Permanent
  • Job #8119
  • Salary: NON 140,000

Softgoods Technician

Space Coast, Florida | Onsite, full time | US citizens only | 2+ years' hands-on experience

THE COMPANY

Our client builds expandable space habitats: structures that pack into a rocket fairing and deploy to many times their stowed volume in orbit, on the Moon and beyond. The pressure shell is fabric, which means the people who sew, weld and seal it are central to whether the vehicle flies. The company is backed by strategic investment from a listed industry partner, holds government funding against its lunar programme, and is targeting a habitat on the lunar surface in 2028. Nobody has done this before.

They are hiring two Softgoods Technicians to build flight hardware alongside a small, highly skilled team.

WHAT THE JOB REALLY IS

This is a sewing role first. You will spend your days on industrial sewing machines, including heavy duty long arm machines, working with large panels of specialised technical textile to tight tolerances against engineering drawings. If you are an exceptional sewer, most of the rest can be taught.

Beyond sewing, the role covers fabric welding, heat sealing, layup, hand finishing, assembly and general build support. You will work directly with engineering to improve how things get built, not just execute what you are handed.

They are looking for people who take ownership, spot problems and say so, and hold their nerve when the technical picture gets difficult. This is a small team and nobody fades into the background.

RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Sew large-scale softgoods assemblies on industrial machines, including heavy duty long arm machines, to engineering drawings and complex work instructions.
  • Operate fabric welders and heat sealers to produce consistent, flight-quality seams.
  • Perform hand sewing, finishing and detail work where the machine cannot go.
  • Handle, cut, pattern and prepare large panels of technical textile without damaging fragile material.
  • Run the pattern sewing machine (training provided, no prior programming experience needed).
  • Support spacecraft assembly and integration operations.
  • Work with engineering to improve build processes, repeatability and quality.
  • Maintain a clean, organised and controlled work area to aerospace standards.

WHAT YOU WILL NEED

  • US citizenship.
  • High school diploma or equivalent.
  • 2+ years' hands-on professional sewing or fabrication experience on industrial machines, working with large panels of technical or load-bearing material.
  • Genuine skill at the machine. This is the qualification that matters most.
  • The ability to work to a drawing and hit a tolerance.
  • Attention to detail and pride in workmanship.

WHERE YOU MIGHT HAVE COME FROM

The client is deliberately open on industry background. Strong routes in include:

  • Aerospace sewing. MLI blanket fabrication, spacesuit or pressure garment work, inflatable or expandable structures, parachutes and airbags.
  • Sailmaking. Load-bearing sail construction on large-format industrial machines. Panel geometry and material handling at scale translate very well.
  • Technical outdoor gear, marine canvas, or any high-specification cut-and-sew discipline.

The strongest candidates combine sailmaker-level sewing with an aerospace background. If you have both, we want to hear from you.

NICE TO HAVE

  • Experience with expandable or inflatable structures.
  • Cleanroom or controlled-environment experience.
  • Working knowledge of technical textiles, laminates and coated fabrics.
  • Confidence with hand and power tools and calibrated measuring equipment.
  • Clear written and verbal communication.

PRACTICALITIES

  • Onsite in Brevard County, Florida. Monday to Friday, 8am to 5pm, with overtime and occasional weekends as the build demands.
  • Space Coast local strongly preferred. Relocation considered case by case.
  • Must pass an internal background check.
  • Physically active role: lifting, standing, bending, climbing, reaching and carrying. Must lift 50lbs unassisted.
  • Comfortable in a workshop environment with noise, fumes and odours.

Softgoods Technician

Space Coast, Florida | Onsite, full time | US citizens only | 2+ years' hands-on experience

THE COMPANY

Our client builds expandable space habitats: structures that pack into a rocket fairing and deploy to many times their stowed volume in orbit, on the Moon and beyond. The pressure shell is fabric, which means the people who sew, weld and seal it are central to whether the vehicle flies. The company is backed by strategic investment from a listed industry partner, holds government funding against its lunar programme, and is targeting a habitat on the lunar surface in 2028. Nobody has done this before.

They are hiring two Softgoods Technicians to build flight hardware alongside a small, highly skilled team.

WHAT THE JOB REALLY IS

This is a sewing role first. You will spend your days on industrial sewing machines, including heavy duty long arm machines, working with large panels of specialised technical textile to tight tolerances against engineering drawings. If you are an exceptional sewer, most of the rest can be taught.

Beyond sewing, the role covers fabric welding, heat sealing, layup, hand finishing, assembly and general build support. You will work directly with engineering to improve how things get built, not just execute what you are handed.

They are looking for people who take ownership, spot problems and say so, and hold their nerve when the technical picture gets difficult. This is a small team and nobody fades into the background.

RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Sew large-scale softgoods assemblies on industrial machines, including heavy duty long arm machines, to engineering drawings and complex work instructions.
  • Operate fabric welders and heat sealers to produce consistent, flight-quality seams.
  • Perform hand sewing, finishing and detail work where the machine cannot go.
  • Handle, cut, pattern and prepare large panels of technical textile without damaging fragile material.
  • Run the pattern sewing machine (training provided, no prior programming experience needed).
  • Support spacecraft assembly and integration operations.
  • Work with engineering to improve build processes, repeatability and quality.
  • Maintain a clean, organised and controlled work area to aerospace standards.

WHAT YOU WILL NEED

  • US citizenship.
  • High school diploma or equivalent.
  • 2+ years' hands-on professional sewing or fabrication experience on industrial machines, working with large panels of technical or load-bearing material.
  • Genuine skill at the machine. This is the qualification that matters most.
  • The ability to work to a drawing and hit a tolerance.
  • Attention to detail and pride in workmanship.

WHERE YOU MIGHT HAVE COME FROM

The client is deliberately open on industry background. Strong routes in include:

  • Aerospace sewing. MLI blanket fabrication, spacesuit or pressure garment work, inflatable or expandable structures, parachutes and airbags.
  • Sailmaking. Load-bearing sail construction on large-format industrial machines. Panel geometry and material handling at scale translate very well.
  • Technical outdoor gear, marine canvas, or any high-specification cut-and-sew discipline.

The strongest candidates combine sailmaker-level sewing with an aerospace background. If you have both, we want to hear from you.

NICE TO HAVE

  • Experience with expandable or inflatable structures.
  • Cleanroom or controlled-environment experience.
  • Working knowledge of technical textiles, laminates and coated fabrics.
  • Confidence with hand and power tools and calibrated measuring equipment.
  • Clear written and verbal communication.

PRACTICALITIES

  • Onsite in Brevard County, Florida. Monday to Friday, 8am to 5pm, with overtime and occasional weekends as the build demands.
  • Space Coast local strongly preferred. Relocation considered case by case.
  • Must pass an internal background check.
  • Physically active role: lifting, standing, bending, climbing, reaching and carrying. Must lift 50lbs unassisted.
  • Comfortable in a workshop environment with noise, fumes and odours.

Firmware Engineer

  • Location: Cambridge, Massachusetts
  • Type: Permanent
  • Job #8116
  • Salary: NON 150,000

Firmware Engineer

Location: Cambridge, MA (onsite, with field deployment opportunities)
Compensation: Targeting around $150,000, with flexibility for the right person.

Are you excited by the challenge of building embedded systems that operate in one of Earth's most extreme and least understood environments? This organization is developing next-generation autonomous underwater robotics that advance weather prediction, aquaculture, shipping, national security, and ocean science. Their vehicles are deployed and operating around the world today, from the Caribbean to open ocean. They're seeking a Firmware Engineer to help push the boundaries of ocean intelligence.

The Opportunity

Take ownership of embedded firmware for mission-critical robotic systems built on STM32 platforms. You'll drive architecture, development, and integration while working closely with electrical, mechanical, and systems engineers. From board bring-up to sea trials, you'll see your work deployed in the real world, diving into the ocean and returning with meaningful data.

Important context on the stack: this is bare-metal and RTOS firmware in C. It is not a ROS or full Linux robotics stack, and it is not a C++ application-layer role. If you are the kind of engineer who knows an STM32 family inside out, including every quirk ST has thrown at the world, this will feel like home.

What You'll Do

  • Develop embedded firmware in C for autonomous ocean vehicles, covering power systems, motor control, sensors, and communication interfaces.
  • Architect and evolve STM32 firmware libraries, HALs, and modular embedded codebases.
  • Bring up new hardware platforms, including bootloaders, peripheral drivers, and low-level interfaces.
  • Collaborate closely with hardware teams during full-system integration and lab testing.
  • Build automated test frameworks and CI pipelines for robust, testable firmware.
  • Support sea trials and offshore deployments, rapidly debugging and iterating in the field.
  • Contribute to a disciplined, documentation-focused engineering culture as the team grows.

What You'll Bring

  • Around 10 years of embedded systems experience, mid to senior level, with expertise in bare-metal and RTOS development. Somewhat under or over is fine if the domain fit is right.
  • Deep, hands-on fluency with STM32 microcontrollers, including HAL/LL, CubeMX, interrupt-driven design, and peripheral bring-up.
  • Firmware experience on systems that are battery powered, that communicate, and that move. This is the single hardest requirement to meet and the one that matters most. Robotics, drones, AMRs, underwater vehicles, or comparable mobile resource-constrained products.
  • Strong C skills and familiarity with embedded software best practices (state machines, modular design, fixed-point math).
  • Experience with JTAG/SWD debugging, logic analyzers, oscilloscopes, and profiling tools.
  • Knowledge of CAN, UART, SPI, I2C, and RS-485 communication protocols.
  • Strong written and technical communication. You can explain your work clearly and concisely.
  • Ability to thrive in fast-paced, hardware-centric R&D environments.
  • U.S. citizenship required.

Bonus Points

  • Some electrical engineering bleed, enough to read a schematic and reason about the hardware you're writing for. A strong pure-firmware engineer is equally welcome.
  • Experience with underwater or extreme-environment robotics.
  • Familiarity with low-power system design and sleep-state management.
  • Scripting experience (Python, Bash) for tooling and automation.
  • Exposure to software safety standards, static analysis, or unit testing frameworks.
  • Background supporting field deployments, sea trials, or remote robotic systems.
  • Experience with CI tools such as GitHub Actions or Jenkins.

Senior 3D Motion Designer

  • Location: Austin, Texas
  • Type: Permanent
  • Job #8104
  • Salary: NON 120,000

Senior 3D Motion Designer | Austin, TX | On-site

We're supporting an innovative aerospace company in the search for a Senior 3D Motion Designer to create cinematic, technically accurate visual content that brings cutting-edge space technology to life.

You'll lead the full 3D production pipeline—from modeling and animation through rendering and compositing—while collaborating directly with engineers to transform complex technical concepts into engaging visual stories.

What they're looking for:

  • 5+ years in 3D motion design, animation, or VFX
  • Cinema 4D, Blender, Maya, or 3ds Max
  • Redshift, Octane, Arnold, or V-Ray
  • Adobe After Effects & Premiere Pro
  • Experience creating realistic product visualizations and technical animations
  • Strong portfolio showcasing high-end 3D work

Location: Austin, TX (On-site)

Please note: Applicants must qualify as a U.S. Person under U.S. export control regulations.

Apply today or reach out to me directly for more information.

Senior Web Designer

  • Location: Austin, Texas
  • Type: Permanent
  • Job #8102

Senior Web Designer

Austin, Texas | Full-Time | On-site

We're partnering with an innovative aerospace and satellite communications company to hire a Senior Web Designer who will own the design, development, and ongoing optimization of the company's digital presence.

This is an opportunity to take full ownership of a high-impact website, creating engaging user experiences while collaborating closely with marketing, brand, and content teams.

What You'll Do

  • Own the end-to-end development of corporate website pages and campaign landing pages using Webflow.
  • Translate Figma designs into responsive, production-ready websites.
  • Build and maintain scalable CMS structures, reusable components, and design systems.
  • Develop custom functionality using HTML, CSS, and JavaScript where required.
  • Optimize website performance, SEO, accessibility (WCAG), and user experience.
  • Troubleshoot technical issues and lead quality assurance before launch.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver marketing campaigns and website enhancements.
  • Mentor junior team members and champion web development best practices.

What You'll Bring

  • Bachelor's degree in Design, Web Development, or a related field.
  • 5–8+ years of professional web design or Webflow development experience.
  • Advanced experience with Webflow, Figma, HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.
  • Strong understanding of responsive design, cross-browser compatibility, SEO, and accessibility.
  • Experience building scalable design systems and CMS-driven websites.
  • Excellent attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.

Why Apply?

  • Own and shape the digital experience for a growing aerospace company.
  • Work with modern web technologies and cutting-edge design tools.
  • Competitive compensation, equity, and comprehensive benefits.
  • Join a collaborative team working at the forefront of space technology.

Location: Austin, TX (On-site)

Work Authorization: Due to U.S. export control regulations, applicants must be U.S. Citizens, Lawful Permanent Residents, or otherwise qualify as a U.S. Person.

Associate Test Engineer (Electrical)

  • Location: Midland Intl, Texas
  • Type: Permanent
  • Job #8095
  • Salary: NON 85,000

Associate Electrical Test Engineer

Company Overview

Our client is an innovative aerospace company developing next-generation satellite communications technology. Their engineering teams are designing and testing advanced spacecraft and supporting systems that push the boundaries of connectivity and space technology. As they continue to grow, they are seeking talented early-career engineers to join their expanding test and validation team.

Position Overview

We are seeking an Associate Electrical Test Engineer to support the development, execution, and documentation of electrical product testing for advanced aerospace hardware.

Working alongside experienced engineers, you’ll help validate electrical and electromechanical systems, develop test procedures, troubleshoot hardware, and ensure products meet performance and quality requirements throughout the development lifecycle.

This is an excellent opportunity for a recent graduate or engineer with up to two years of experience looking to build a career in aerospace testing and validation.

Key Responsibilities

  • Collaborate with design and engineering teams to define electrical testing requirements.
  • Develop, document, and continuously improve test plans and test procedures.
  • Execute electrical and electromechanical tests in accordance with approved documentation.
  • Analyze test data and prepare clear technical reports for engineering teams.
  • Support troubleshooting and root cause investigations during testing.
  • Assist in improving test efficiency, including opportunities for automation.
  • Train and support technicians and engineers on test equipment and procedures when required.
  • Ensure testing activities comply with internal quality standards and engineering best practices.
  • Serve as a technical resource for laboratory equipment and testing methodologies.

Required Qualifications

Education

  • Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, Aerospace Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.
  • Associate degree in Electrical Engineering with equivalent practical experience.

Experience

  • 0–2 years of experience in engineering, testing, laboratory, manufacturing, or a related technical environment.
  • Recent graduates with relevant internship, co-op, or university project experience are encouraged to apply.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience working in an engineering or R&D laboratory.
  • Exposure to automated testing or scripting.
  • Familiarity with electronic laboratory equipment such as:
    • Digital multimeters
    • Power supplies
    • Source meters
    • Oscilloscopes (preferred)
  • Experience testing complex electrical or electronic hardware.
  • Knowledge of environmental, vibration, or reliability testing.
  • Strong troubleshooting and diagnostic skills.

Technology Stack

  • Laboratory data acquisition and analysis tools
  • Test automation and scripting tools
  • Engineering documentation software
  • Standard laboratory electronic test equipment

Ideal Candidate

We’re looking for an engineer who enjoys hands-on testing, solving technical problems, and working closely with multidisciplinary engineering teams. This role offers excellent exposure to product development, hardware validation, and test engineering within a fast-paced aerospace environment.

Associate Electrical Engineer

  • Location: Midland Intl, Texas
  • Type: Permanent
  • Job #8094
  • Salary: NON 85,000

Associate Electrical Engineer

Company Overview

Our client is an innovative aerospace company developing next-generation satellite communications technology. They are building advanced spacecraft and supporting infrastructure to deliver reliable, global connectivity through cutting-edge space systems. As the company continues to grow, they are looking for talented early-career engineers to join their expanding engineering team.

 

Position Overview

We are seeking an Associate Electrical Engineer to support the design, development, and testing of electrical harnesses for spacecraft and associated ground support equipment.

This is an excellent opportunity for a recent graduate or early-career engineer looking to gain hands-on experience across the full product lifecycle, working alongside experienced engineers on advanced aerospace hardware.

 

Key Responsibilities

  • Support the design, development, and integration of electrical harnesses for spacecraft and ground systems.
  • Create electrical schematics and select appropriate wiring, connectors, backshells, and harness components.
  • Develop and execute test plans to verify electrical system functionality, reliability, and performance.
  • Perform testing, analyze results, troubleshoot issues, and support design improvements.
  • Produce technical documentation including harness drawings, interface control documents, wiring diagrams, and installation procedures.
  • Collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering teams, including electrical, RF, power, mechanical, and systems engineering, to ensure successful hardware integration.

 

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.
  • 0–2 years of professional experience, or a recent graduate with relevant internship, co-op, or university project experience.
  • Strong understanding of electrical engineering fundamentals.
  • Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
  • Strong written and verbal communication abilities.
  • Ability to work effectively within a collaborative engineering environment.

 

Preferred Qualifications

  • Knowledge of electrical harness design and integration.
  • Understanding of cable routing, shielding, grounding, and EMI/EMC principles.
  • Experience using CAD tools such as Autodesk Inventor, AutoCAD Electrical, CATIA, or similar software.
  • Familiarity with electrical simulation tools including SPICE, MATLAB, or equivalent.
  • Internship or project experience within aerospace, space, automotive, defence, or another high-reliability engineering industry.

 

Technology Stack

  • Autodesk Inventor
  • AutoCAD Electrical
  • CATIA
  • Mentor Graphics
  • SPICE
  • MATLAB
  • Electrical schematic capture tools

Principal Electrical Engineer I – Phased Array Unit Lead

  • Location: Austin, Texas
  • Type: Permanent
  • Job #8078
  • Salary: NON 180,000

Principal Electrical Engineer I – Phased Array Unit Lead

Build the Next Generation of Space Communications

An innovative aerospace company at the forefront of satellite communications is looking for a Principal Electrical Engineer – Phased Array Unit Lead to drive the development of cutting-edge Ka-band Active Electronically Steered Array (AESA) technology.

This is a highly visible leadership role where you'll own the technical direction and execution of advanced spaceborne payloads from concept through flight qualification. Working alongside multidisciplinary engineering teams, you'll help deliver next-generation communications hardware that will power future satellite missions.

What You'll Be Doing

  • Lead the technical development of advanced AESA payloads throughout the entire product lifecycle.
  • Own system architecture, design, integration, environmental testing, qualification, and flight readiness.
  • Coordinate multidisciplinary teams across RF, digital, power, mechanical, thermal, software, and systems engineering.
  • Drive technical execution while maintaining responsibility for project schedules and key milestones.
  • Develop payload control architectures, internal interfaces, firmware integration, and command & telemetry strategies.
  • Lead environmental qualification activities including thermal vacuum (TVAC), vibration, shock, EMC, and acceptance testing.
  • Ensure products transition successfully into production with a strong focus on manufacturability and testability.
  • Produce and maintain technical documentation including requirements, ICDs, verification plans, risk registers, and design review packages.
  • Partner with manufacturing, mission assurance, systems engineering, suppliers, and customers to deliver successful programs.
  • Lead technical trade studies, risk mitigation, root cause investigations, and anomaly resolution.

What We're Looking For

  • Bachelor's degree (or higher) in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline.
  • 9+ years of experience developing complex electronic hardware.
  • Strong experience with active phased array antennas (AESA).
  • Expertise in board-level RF electronics and antenna design.
  • Experience with power electronics and digital support circuitry.
  • Hands-on experience testing active antenna systems, including EIRP and G/T measurements.
  • Demonstrated experience leading multidisciplinary engineering teams.
  • Strong understanding of systems engineering, verification & validation, requirements management, and configuration control.
  • Excellent communication and technical leadership skills.

Preferred Experience

  • Flight qualification and environmental testing (TVAC, vibration, shock, EMC).
  • Hardware/software product development leadership.
  • Radiation-tolerant electronic design.
  • High-frequency antenna development, particularly Ka-band.
  • Experience as a Responsible Engineer, Technical Lead, IPT Lead, or Chief Engineer.
  • Experience supporting production readiness and manufacturing.
  • NewSpace or commercial space industry experience.
  • Passion for mentoring engineers and leading technical teams in a fast-paced environment.

Compensation & Benefits

  • Equity/stock options.
  • Annual bonus opportunity.
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.
  • HSA & FSA options.
  • Life and disability insurance.
  • 401(k) retirement plan.
  • Generous paid time off.

Eligibility

Due to U.S. export control regulations, applicants must be a U.S. Citizen, Lawful Permanent Resident (Green Card holder), Conditional Resident, Asylee, Refugee, or otherwise eligible to obtain the required U.S. Government authorizations.

If you're passionate about developing advanced space hardware, leading world-class engineering teams, and shaping the future of satellite communications, we'd love to hear from you.

Software Test Lead

  • Location: Denver, Colorado
  • Type: Permanent
  • Job #8066
  • Salary: NON 145,000

We're partnered with a pioneering space robotics company developing next-generation lunar vehicles and are looking for a Software Test Lead to build and lead the software verification strategy behind mission-critical flight systems.

This is an opportunity to define testing from the ground up, working across embedded software, robotics, and autonomous systems that will operate on the Moon.

What You'll Do

  • Lead the software test strategy for embedded, flight and ground systems.
  • Develop verification plans, test procedures and validation activities.
  • Build and improve HIL, simulation and automated test environments.
  • Work closely with software, systems and hardware engineers to ensure full requirements coverage.
  • Support fault injection, resilience testing and software certification.
  • Mentor engineers and help grow the software test function.

What We're Looking For

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Aerospace Engineering or similar.
  • 5+ years of software test experience, including leadership or senior-level responsibility.
  • Experience testing embedded or safety-critical software.
  • Knowledge of HIL, automation frameworks and scripting.
  • Strong understanding of verification, validation and the software development lifecycle.
  • Excellent communication skills.
  • U.S. Person.

Nice to Have

  • Robotics, autonomous systems or spacecraft experience.
  • cFS, VxWorks, CI/CD or cloud testing experience.
  • Experience with spaceflight software development and certification.

Why Apply?

This is a chance to shape the software quality strategy for one of the most exciting lunar programmes in development today, helping deliver autonomous systems that will support the next generation of human exploration.