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Astranis Space Technologies

2mo ago

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  • Job
    Full-time
    Senior Level
  • Engineering
  • $150K - $190K
  • San Francisco

Requirements

  • Bachelor's Degree or higher in a technical discipline (e.g. engineering, physics) or equivalent experience
  • Proven leadership through project management, mentorship, and people management experience
  • 7+ years of industry experience in a design and manufacture-related role
  • Previous aerospace or similar product design and production experience (full product development cycle)
  • Hands-on experience working with fluid or gas feed systems
  • Working knowledge of in-space electric and chemical propulsion systems
  • Exceptional time management skills, verbal & written communication skills, and organizational skills
  • An interest in working in a fast-paced environment and doing hands-on design/development
  • Don't meet them all? Not a problem. Please apply even if you do not meet all these criteria
  • Bonus:
  • Experience with geostationary satellite missions
  • Experience with fluid and gas system component design
  • Familiarity with AFSPCMAN 91-710 and other Range Safety documentation and requirements
  • Experience writing Python for scientific calculation and data processing
  • Specific experience with low thrust monopropellant, green monopropellant, and electric propulsion systems

Responsibilities

  • Lead a team of Propulsion Engineers to design, test, and operate propulsion systems including hiring and managing direct reports.
  • Oversee system design including architecture development, architecture trade studies, make/buy decisions, vendor selection, and supporting analysis.
  • Act as a primary interface to other engineering disciplines, production, and mission operations.
  • Ensure competitiveness through continuous technical innovation and industry expertise
  • Manage propulsion-related schedule and risk in partnership with the Program Management team.
  • Hire and retain top-tier talent within the Propulsion Engineering team.

FAQs

What are the main responsibilities of a Propulsion Engineering Manager?

The main responsibilities of a Propulsion Engineering Manager include overseeing the development of propulsion systems from architecture definition to qualification, supporting production and mission operations, and leading a team of propulsion engineers.

What qualifications are required to become a Propulsion Engineering Manager?

To become a Propulsion Engineering Manager, candidates should have a degree in engineering or a related field, significant experience in propulsion system development, leadership skills, and the ability to oversee cradle-to-grave hardware development.

What skills are important for a Propulsion Engineering Manager to possess?

Important skills for a Propulsion Engineering Manager include project management, technical expertise in propulsion systems, strong leadership and communication skills, the ability to work in a team setting, and knowledge of industry best practices.

What is the career growth potential for a Propulsion Engineering Manager?

Propulsion Engineering Managers have the potential to advance to higher-level leadership positions within the company, such as Director of Engineering or Vice President of Operations. Additionally, they may have opportunities to work on larger and more complex projects within the field of propulsion engineering.

Astranis Space Technologies

Small, low-cost communications satellites, in higher orbits.

201-500
Employees
2015
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Astranis is building small, low-cost telecommunications satellites. Our mission is to help get online the 4 billion people who are without internet access.