Impulse Space
Chief Engineer (Spacecraft)
$220K–$260K
Redondo Beach, California · On-site · Full-time · Posted Oct 28, 2026
- Experience
- 10+ years in the spacecraft domain; 5+ years leading multidisciplinary teams or managing large-scale technical programs. Preferred: 12+ years in the latter area.
- Education
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Aerospace, or related field.
- Visa sponsorship
- Applicants must be U.S. Persons or eligible to obtain an export license. Must be able to obtain and maintain a DoD TS/SCI or TS/SAP security clearance.
About the job
Leads spacecraft technical direction and system architecture from concept development through launch and on-orbit operations, ensuring mission success.
What you'll do
- Own the spacecraft architecture and technical baseline; lead design trade studies and major technical decisions.
- Manage technical roadmaps, program risks, readiness reviews, certification, and resolution of major anomalies.
- Serve as the program’s technical authority with customers, government stakeholders, launch providers, and partners.
What they ask for
- 10+ years of demonstrated experience in the spacecraft domain.
- 5+ years of experience leading multidisciplinary engineering teams or managing large-scale technical programs.
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Aerospace, or a related field.
- Track record managing hardware programs through the full lifecycle; ability to obtain and maintain a DoD TS/SCI or TS/SAP security clearance.
Nice to have
- 12+ years leading multidisciplinary engineering teams or managing large-scale technical programs; direct experience as a spacecraft Chief Engineer, Deputy Chief Engineer, System Lead, or equivalent.
- Hands-on spacecraft integration, environmental testing, launch campaigns, mission operations, and anomaly resolution; active TS/SCI clearance.
Pay
$220,000 - $260,000 / year (base salary)
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