Staff Spacecraft Propulsion Engineer - Test and Evaluation job vacancy

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At Maxar Space, we architect and build the most reliable, affordable spacecraft and space systems to enable global communications, commerce, education, entertainment, health services, disaster recovery, and Earth observation.

Our Palo Alto-based team is currently seeking a Staff Spacecraft Propulsion Engineer to join our team to support test and evaluation of thrusters and other propulsion components. In this role, you will travel to top test facilities, perform hands-on testing of cutting edge in-space propulsion hardware, collaborate and work shoulder-to-shoulder with the industry's finest engineers and technicians.

Primary Responsibilities (what you will do day to day):

Collaborate with customers, suppliers, and members of the test team to test and evaluate electric and chemical (biprop/monoprop) spacecraft propulsion systems
Prepare high-level test and evaluation strategies and plans as well as detailed test plans and procedures; present test readiness reviews; generate test reports and documentation
Oversee and monitor qualification and development tests; ensure safe operations; perform multidisciplinary troubleshooting
Perform data acquisition, reduction, evaluation; model correlation

Minimum Requirements:

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Physics, or related discipline
5 or more years of relevant experience; a Master's degree can be considered in lieu of 2 years of professional experience
In-depth knowledge of spacecraft propulsion systems, propellants, and hardware
Proficient with programming/scripting tools such as Python and Matlab, familiar with CFD and 3D CAD
20% travel required

Preferred Qualifications:

Master's degree in Engineering, Physics, or related discipline

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Our salary ranges are market-driven and set to allow for flexibility. Individual pay will be competitive based on a candidate's unique set of knowledge, skills, and geographic diversity, with earnings potential commensurate with experience. The range for this position is: $96,000.00 - $161,000.00 annually.

Maxar employees must follow all applicable Maxar policies and COVID-19 requirements as well as those of Maxar customers and third parties. Individual job requirements may vary, and Maxar reserves the right to modify its policies and requirements as it deems appropriate in accordance with applicable law.

Maxar Technologies values diversity in the workplace and is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

ID: #49482521
State: California Paloalto 94301 Paloalto USA
City: Paloalto
Salary: USD TBD TBD
Job type: Permanent
Showed: 2023-03-16
Deadline: 2023-05-14
Category: Et cetera