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Senior Satellite Design Automation Engineer

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Senior Satellite Design Automation Engineer


$150,000 - $200,000 + Company Equity + Enhanced Career Progression + Health Benefits + 401k


Downtown Los Angeles, California (On Site)



Are you a space systems engineer looking for an autonomous role, at an industry leading start-up where your work directly shapes real satellites and defines the future of space systems design?



On offer is the opportunity to be a hands-on technical expert within a growing, well-funded space startup that's revolutionizing how satellites are designed and built. You'll enjoy complete technical autonomy, direct influence on the company's core platform, and the chance to grow into the subject matter expert for the company's flagship automated design system.



Backed by strong funding, and a with a top-tier foundational team, this company are transforming spacecraft modeling and production through its cutting-edge computational engineering system. This is your chance to work on next-generation technology alongside some of the industry's brightest minds.



On offer is a highly dynamic, impactful role where you'll design, develop, and support multidisciplinary automation tools for spacecraft engineering. You'll work closely with cross-functional experts, helping connect digital models directly to hardware testing and real-world on-orbit performance. This is your chance to define engineering velocity for the next era of aerospace innovation.



This role would suit a space engineer looking for a role with little red-tape at a fast-paced, technically deep startup, and is ready to take ownership and professional autonomy in shaping next-generation spacecraft.



The Role:


*Design, implement, and support automated satellite design and analysis tools across disciplines such as mission design, systems modeling, and ADCS/GNC
*Develop frameworks for multidisciplinary optimization to slash design timelines
*Lead and contribute to spacecraft subsystem development and integration
*Onsite in Downtown LA with relocation support, equity, benefits, and significant growth potential as the company scales


The Candidate:


*Background in the space industry, having worked on spacecraft, small-sats, or mission design projects
*Software programming experience with an appetite for automation
*Technically deep, collaborative, and motivated by autonomy, innovation, and making an impact in the new space race



Reference Number: BBBH264479

To apply for this role or for to be considered for further roles, please click "Apply Now" or contact Tiernan Conlon at Rise Technical Recruitment.


Rise Technical Recruitment Ltd acts as an employment agency for permanent roles and an employment business for temporary roles.


The salary advertised is the bracket available for this position. The actual salary paid will be dependent on your level of experience, qualifications and skill set. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates.