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Propulsion Engineer
Lead environmental testing of propulsion systems to ensure optimal performance for satellite launches.
San Francisco, California, United States
Mid-Level
$100,000 - 142,700 USD / year
6 months ago
Planet Labs
Provides satellite imaging and geospatial data to empower decision-making with daily global coverage.
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✨ About The Role
- The role involves supporting the design, integration, and environmental testing of propulsion systems for satellites.
- The engineer will coordinate and lead environmental test campaigns for propulsion systems.
- Responsibilities include qualification testing and functional testing support for high-efficiency thrusters and power processing units.
- The position requires the management of propulsion system vendors and the selection of suitable vendors based on company needs.
- The engineer will be responsible for the in-house production and testing of various propulsion system components.
âš¡ Requirements
- The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 4 years of relevant work experience in spacecraft propulsion engineering.
- Experience with test equipment such as thermal air chambers and vacuum chambers is essential for this role.
- The candidate should have hands-on experience with propulsion system components and electric propulsion thrusters.
- Strong attention to detail and a passion for quality are crucial for success in this position.
- The ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams to achieve desired results is important.
Propulsion Engineer
San Francisco, California, United States
$100,000 - 142,700 USD / year
Engineering
About Planet Labs
Provides satellite imaging and geospatial data to empower decision-making with daily global coverage.