Senior Spacecraft Systems Engineer, Pelican (San Francisco)

Planet builds Pelican, its newer high-resolution satellite. As a Senior Spacecraft Systems Engineer you are a technical lead who works with customers on mission needs and makes sure the satellites delivered meet every specification.

Key responsibilities

• Link customer mission specifications with Planet's teams
• Assess system budgets for engineering trades and feasibility studies
• Take part in assembly, integration and testing and resolve anomalies
• Verify and validate the satellite and ground systems
• Coordinate mechanical, thermal, GNC, propulsion and electrical teams

Requirements

• A degree in aerospace, mechanical or electrical engineering, or similar
• 6 to 8 years designing and developing satellite systems
• Customer-facing experience in briefings and design reviews
• Understanding of one or more satellite subsystems

Location and schedule

• Hybrid: you work from the San Francisco office 3 days a week

Salary and benefits

US base salary $162,600 to $203,200 a year, plus possible bonus and equity. Benefits include medical, dental and vision cover, 16 weeks of paid parental leave, and tuition support.

How to apply

Apply on the company's own site.