Senior Payload Integration Engineer
El Segundo, California
Engineering – Payload Integration /
Full-time /
On-site
ABL Space Systems is driven by the vision that in ten years, missions to space will launch every day from around the world. We’ve set out to assure global access to space through the development of a low-cost launch vehicle and a modular ground system, RS1 and GS0.
Behind our business model is an exceptional team. Engineers, technicians and operators at ABL thrive on creating simple yet effective systems to tackle the challenge that space launch presents.
Launch is just the beginning. Join ABL in paving the way for the next-generation space platform.
As a Senior Payload Integration Engineer, you will be responsible for the payload accommodations on the launch vehicle and launch site payload processing. You will interface with spacecraft customers, design hardware with various engineering teams, and perform operations associated with integrating the physical spacecraft to launch vehicle. We are looking for team members who are autonomously-driven, creative, passionate problem solvers, communicate effectively, and thrive in a fast-paced environment.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Ownership of the payload-to-launch vehicle mechanical, electrical, and fluid interfaces plus payload separation systems, including managing ABL’s relationships with separation system vendors
- Development of payload accommodation designs for new payload interfaces considering vehicle design, manufacturability, testability, and integration/launch concept of operations, performed in coordination with other ABL engineering disciplines such as Vehicle Structures and Avionics
- Development and ownership of mission-specific systems, payload-to-launch vehicle processing plans, and integration and test procedures
- Perform and lead hands-on activities including hardware integration, customer fit checks, and launch site operations
- Design mechanical or electrical ground support equipment (GSE) to conduct tests and perform operations
- Technical representative in customer meetings for payload integration and/or processing discussions
- Coordination with engineers from many disciplines to optimize proposed mission unique designs for integration, testing, and manufacturability
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, electrical engineering or related technical field
- 5+ years prior engineering experience in related field such as integration & test, hardware design, or launch engineering for spacecraft or rockets
- Experience developing test plans and procedures from requirements
- Experience using Computer Aided Design (CAD) software (such as NX, Solidworks, Altium)
PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
- 2+ years hands-on mechanical and/or electrical integration experience on spacecraft or launch vehicles
- Experience as a test conductor during lift operations, vehicle powered-on internal checkouts, separation system testing, or comprehensive system tests
- Prior direct coordination experience with external customers
- Prior project experience working with the US Government
- Driven, highly motivated, and committed to improvement
- Experience with HVAC/Environmental Control Systems (ECS)
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills with meticulous attention to detail
- Ability to work extended hours to meet milestones and deadlines
- Willingness to travel for launch and customer-related activities (up to 30% time)
- Active TS/SCI or DoD Secret clearance, or willingness to pursue a clearance
$145,000 - $210,000 a year
This is the lowest to highest compensation range we reasonably and in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range, and the range may be modified in the future. An employee’s pay position within the compensation range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, geographic location, performance, and business or organizational needs.
In addition to salary and equity, we offer:
- Low cost medical, dental, and vision insurance plans
- Company paid life insurance LTD coverage
- 4% 401k match
- Student loan repayment assistance program
- Paid parental leave
- Family planning assistance program
- Company paid financial wellness program
- Flexible vacation policy for exempt employees
- Relocation bonus offered to qualified candidates
ITAR Requirement
This position requires access to information protected under US export control laws, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations and/or the Export Administration Regulations. As such, US person status (including US citizens, U.S. permanent residents, individuals granted U.S. asylum status, or individuals admitted in U.S. refugee status) is a required qualification for this position.
Equal Opportunity Employer
We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, genetics, or citizenship status (when otherwise legally authorized to work and access export-controlled data) and will not be discriminated against on the basis of such characteristics or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. We encourage applicants of all ages.
