Lead Engineer - Ground Systems Integration & Test

Be more than just an employee number! Join Terran Orbital, a leader in innovation, manufacturing, and operations in the satellite industry. We are a pioneer in the miniaturization of space technologies and the delivery of responsive space solutions. We are a unique, fast-growing, and trusted team focused on quickly and economically designing, building, launching, and operating state-of-the-art satellites for advanced mission constellations.

Terran Orbital is seeking an experienced Lead Engineer - Ground Systems Integration & Test, to join our growing team. Reporting to the Sr. Director, Spacecraft Operations, the Lead Engineer – Ground Systems Integration & Test will be involved in all aspects of a spacecraft's lifetime, with an in-depth vision to guide and mentor members of the team, in addition to their technical responsibilities.  These include, but not limited to, scheduling and resource planning to support programs, interfacing with other integrated product teams and business units to provide guidance and context for satellite ground systems.  The Ground SEIT (Systems Engineering Integration & Test) Lead is expected manage integration and test activities as well as develop ground system requirements.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Tasking and oversight of Ground System Engineers, who design and develop software applications and requirements
• Support satellite space hardware and software test events
• Attend program meetings and develop work breakdowns for ground system engineers
• Function as a lead program software engineer when necessary
• Represent engineers in bi-weekly Sprint planning
• Perform architectural trades as required
• Providing presentations, reports, summary, and status updates to upper management on a weekly basis
• Other duties may be assigned as needed

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Aerospace, Systems Engineering or equivalent degree required
• Minimum of 8 years of direct industry experience working on software in Aerospace, Space, or a similar sector
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in managing engineering teams working on software in Aerospace, Space, or a similar sector
• Strong and effective leader who has proven history leading technical teams
• Experience developing software, deploying and testing on the target environment, and delivering product to the market
• Ability to work independently and manage priorities in a multi-disciplinary and fast-paced environment
• Exceptional critical thinking and decision-making skills
• Strong communication and presentation skills to interface with executive members of the team, customers, and vendors
• Experience in a production environment within the space or aerospace industry

 Distinguishing Qualifications and Skills

• MS or PhD in Computer Science or Engineering with application focus
• Agile software methodology development
• Understanding of and experience with Git, CI/CD, DevOps, Cloud, Containerization, and Kubernetes           
• Familiarity with testing aerospace flight hardware
• Developing with industry standard tool suites to include Atlassian
• Space Mission Operations Support

Benefits

• 100%Company-paid comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(K) Match
• Flexible Time Off (FTO)

Salary Range $120,000 - $170,000

Your actual level and base salary will be determined case-by-case and may vary based on the job-related qualification, knowledge, skills, education, and experience. In addition to base salary, we offer 100% covered medical, dental, and vision coverage, a 401(k) match, unlimited flex time off, covered life insurance, maternity and paternity leave, tuition reimbursement, employee referrals, and lots of swag! 

About Terran Orbital

Terran Orbital is a leading manufacturer of satellites primarily serving the United States and Allied aerospace and defense industries. Terran Orbital provides end-to-end satellite solutions by combining satellite design, production, launch planning, mission operations, and in-orbit support to meet the needs of the most demanding military, civil, and commercial customers. Learn more at  www.terranorbital.com.

Physical Demands

An employee must meet the physical demands described to perform the essential functions of this job successfully. In performing the duties of this job, the employee is routinely required to sit or stand for long durations of time, in addition to bending, reaching, and walking. This would require the ability to lift or move objects up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift or move objects up to 25 pounds. This position is generally sedentary, with substantial computer usage.

Work Environment

The job operates in a professional office environment but in a manufacturing company. This job routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, and scanners.

Disclaimers

To comply with US Government space technology export regulations, the applicant must be a US citizen, lawful permanent resident of the US, protected individual as defined by 8 USC 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the US Department of State. In addition, please note that this position may require a current United States National Security clearance or eligibility for such a clearance.

Terran Orbital is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We consider applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or membership in any other group protected by federal, state, or local law.

If you need assistance or accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at [email protected].

Terran Orbital does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or staffing firms. To conduct business with Terran Orbital, a Master Services Agreement (MSA) must be executed and confirmed prior to submitting any information relating to a potential candidate. Without a signed MSA, Terran Orbital shall not be responsible to any individual or entity for any payment relating to any form of fee or compensation.

And, in the event that a resume or candidate is submitted by a recruiter, an employment agency, or a staffing firm without a fully executed MSA, Terran Orbital has the unrestricted right to pursue and hire any of those candidate(s) without any legal or financial responsibility to the recruiter, agency, and/or firm.