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Founded in 2020 as a spin‑off of Sierra Nevada Corporation, Sierra Space is building the world’s first fully reusable orbital habitat, the Sierra Space Orbital Platform, and the Sierra Space Transport system. The company partners with NASA on the Lunar Gateway and is developing hardware that will enable commercial space stations.
Sierra Space hires aerospace engineers, propulsion specialists, systems integration experts, software developers, and project managers, as well as manufacturing, quality assurance, supply‑chain, and business operations professionals. Candidates can expect to work on mission‑critical hardware in a fast‑paced, collaborative environment with a focus on safety, reliability, and the commercial viability of space products.
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SAP Solution Architect (Record to Report)
Company: Sierra Space
Location: Greater Denver Area
Posted Mar 19, 2024
Sierra Space, a company with 30+ years of spaceflight heritage, is seeking an SAP Solution Architect (Record to Report) to manage cross-functional teams and program execution for Finance and Costing systems. The role involves driving, configuring, and enhancing SAP Finance and Costing solutions, leading the team in designing, developing, testing, and producing software tools/applications, and implementing best practices for developing maintainable production-ready software products. The ideal candidate should have deep functional expertise in SAP Finance (FICO), CO/Project Accounting, and Government Contracting, with proficiency in SAP Financial close process. Preferred qualifications include 7+ years of experience in SAP S/4 HANA or SAP ECC in Finance and Costing areas, and familiarity with Dassian, SQL, XML, JSON, and Postman, CI/CD. Sierra Space offers a competitive salary, benefits, and a collaborative, fast-paced environment.
Structural Test Engineer
Company: Relativity Space
Location: Greater LA Area
Posted Mar 18, 2024
Relativity Space, a rocket company, is seeking a Sr Structures Engineer for its Dev Test team in Long Beach. The role involves designing, fabricating, and activating test stands and fixtures for the Terran R launch vehicle. The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, 4+ years of experience in designing and building metallic structures, proficiency in 3D modeling and drafting, and a thorough understanding of engineering fundamentals. Experience with structural analysis using NASTRAN or similar tools is required. The company offers competitive compensation, benefits, and a diverse work environment.
Senior Landing Legs Responsible Engineer
Company: Relativity Space
Location: Greater LA Area
Posted Mar 19, 2024
Relativity Space is a commercial launch company aiming to revolutionize the aerospace industry with its Terran R rocket and additive manufacturing innovation. The company seeks a self-motivated, experienced design engineer to guide the development of Terran R mechanisms, including stage separation, payload deployment, aero control features, and landing gear. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in engineering, kinematic synthesis, and mechatronics, with experience in a fast-paced development environment. Relativity Space offers competitive compensation and benefits, including an annual learning and development stipend.
Thermal Engineer II
Company: Relativity Space
Location: Greater LA Area
Posted Mar 19, 2024
Relativity Space is seeking a Thermal Engineer to join their Integrated Performance team. The role involves working collaboratively with various teams to deliver thermal analysis and test projects for Terran R, their medium-to-heavy lift reusable rocket. The ideal candidate should have an undergraduate degree in engineering, 3+ years of thermal analysis experience, and proficiency in component and system level thermal and fluids analysis using relevant toolsets. The role offers a competitive salary and benefits package, and the company values diversity and equal opportunity.
Weld Engineer I
Company: Relativity Space
Location: Greater LA Area
Posted Mar 18, 2024
Relativity Space is a company that aims to build the next great commercial launch company and become a leading force in additive manufacturing innovation. They are looking for a weld engineer to assist in designing and manufacturing of welded assemblies for their Terran-R launch vehicle.
Senior Thrust Structure Responsible Engineer
Company: Relativity Space
Location: Greater LA Area
Posted Mar 19, 2024
Relativity Space is seeking a self-motivated, adaptable design engineer with 5+ years of experience for a critical role in the Structures team. The engineer will be responsible for the design, analysis, testing, and manufacturing of launch vehicle integrated structures, including Thrust Structure, Propellant Tanks, and Interstage or Fairing. The role involves innovative conceptualization, structural analysis, hardware test campaigns, and manufacturing process development. The ideal candidate will have significant experience with industry standard CAD packages, structural analysis, and additive and traditional manufacturing processes. Relativity Space offers competitive compensation and benefits, including a generous vacation policy and an annual L&D stipend.
Guidance, Navigation and Control Engineer III
Company: Sierra Space
Location: Greater Denver Area
Posted Mar 19, 2024
Sierra Space is a company that designs and manufactures spaceplanes, spacecraft, and other advanced systems. They are looking for Guidance, Navigation and Control Engineers to join their team. The job requires a Bachelor's degree in Aerospace Engineering or a related field and 6 or more years of experience. The company offers a competitive salary range, annual incentive pay, and a generous benefit package.
Integration Engineer III
Company: Sierra Space
Location: Greater Boulder Area
Posted Mar 18, 2024
<p>Do you enjoy collaborating with others to create innovative products and services At Sierra Space you will work in multidisciplinary teams to bring concept of operations to fruition to further our customers mission objectives You will work both independently and as part of a team Join us As an Integration Engineer you will research design develop test certify deploy and improve cutting edge products and services These cover a very wide range from advanced mission payloads and electronic systems through highly integrated aircraft to orbital and space exploration systems Youll consult with program management design engineers quality and production teams in order to develop the most efficient and cost effective means of producing our products at the highest level of quality possible<br >As an Integration Engineer on the Dream Chaser team you will be part of the team responsible for build and integration of the fluids and propulsion electrical and harnessing and mechanism systems across the Dream Chaser and Cargo Module vehicles This role will work heavily alongside both the design and production teams and is responsible for design for manufacturing concepting tooling establishing the overall build plans and supporting execution of the production floor for spacecraft systems The role requires direct involvement in the component builds through integration of complete vehiclewide systems acting as one of the primary driving forces to the successful builds of these vehicles<br >Integration Engineers will be highly engaged in the fabrication test and integration of a wide range of vehicle and production systems including designing processes and tooling to rapidly build the Dream Chaser vehicles As the build progresses this role will be responsible for integration operations sequencing and working with technicians to install flightcritical hardware on the vehicle<br >Sierra Spacebased in Louisville CO with operations in Madison WI Durham NC Huntsville AL Houston TX and Kennedy Space Center FLdesigns and manufactures the Dream Chaser spaceplane and other advanced spacecraft commercial space destinations satellites propulsion and environmental systems spacecraft subsystems and components for the US government including NASA commercial customers and international organizations Learn more about Sierra Space<br ><b>Musthaves<b><br ><p><ul><li>Bachelors of Science degree in related discipline and typically 6 or more years of relevant experience<li> <li>Experience with Computer Aided Engineering tools<li> <li>Practical knowledge of engineering principles and practices<li> <li>Capability working in multidisciplinary teams<li> <ul><p><br ><b>Preferred<b><br ><p><ul><li>Background in the Aerospace and Defense Industry<li> <li>Experience with one or more of the following electrical and harnessing integration fluids and propulsion integration or mechanical systems integration<li> <li>Experience with propulsion and fluid systems familiarity with clean rooms and ISO levels precision cleaning Orbital Arc welding per AWS D171<li> <li>Experience with harnessing and electrical systems ESD zones and safety requirements harnessing build and routing per IPC 620 IPC JSTD001 NASASTD8739 electrical bonding per MILB5087B and NASASTD4003<li> <li>Experience with complex mechanical assemblies pneumatic and hydraulic systems precision clean requirements ESD sensitive electronics flight control surfaces landing gear systems<li> <li>Familiarity in applying and interpreting Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing GDampT per ASME Y145<li> <li>An understanding of how to apply and execute on tolerances and requirements across a vehicle level system installation<li> <li>Knowledge of industry standard design principles to include but not limited to parametric design modelbased definition material hardware selection manufacturing and production processes<li> <li>Familiarity with work instructiontraveler development<li> <li>Participation in dispositions of NonConformance generation through a Material Review Board MRB<li> <li>Experience with new product introduction and transition to production<li> <li>Exposure to Product Lifecycle Management PLM Manufacturing Execution System MES and Manufacturing Resource Planning MRP systems<li> <ul><p><br ><b>PhysicalMentalEmotional Requirements<b><br ><p><ul><li>Frequently walk sit stand climb stairs and steps<li> <li>Frequently repeat same hand arm and finger motion many times to include finger and hand dexterity<li> <li>Rarely lifting or carrying up to 50 lbs<li> <ul><p><br ><b>Working Conditions<b><br ><p><ul><li>Rarely exposed to outdoor elements highlow temperatures sun rainsnow etc<li> <li>Rarely exposed to fumes or hazardous chemicalsmaterials<li> <li>Rarely exposed to loud noises<li> <ul><p><br ><b>IMPORTANT NOTICE<b><br >To conform to US Government international trade regulations applicant must be a US Citizen lawful permanent resident of the US protected individual as defined by 8 USC 1324ba3 or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the US Department of State or US Department of Commerce<br ><b>Application Deadline This role will remain posted until a qualified pool of candidates is identified<b><br >With 30+ years of proven spaceflight heritage Sierra Space has provided more than 4000 space systems subsystems and components to customers worldwide and participated in more than 500 missions to space including to Mars The company has technology in production and in development to enable space habitats for short and longduration space travel a fleet of Dream Chaser spaceplanes and the first freeflying commercial space station Please visit wwwsierraspacecom to learn more about Sierra Space its business areas capabilities programs products and services<br ><b>Estimated Starting Salary Range<b> <br >$9115471 $13673206<br >Sierra Space offers annual incentive pay based upon performance that is commensurate with the level of the position<br >Sierra Space offers a generous benefit package including medical dental and vision plans 401k with 150 match up to 8 life insurance 3 weeks paid time off tuition reimbursement and more<br >At Sierra Space our mission is to dream innovate inspire and empower the next generation to transform humanity through technology and imagination As an Equal Opportunity Employer we welcome our employees to bring their whole selves to their work Sierra Space is committed to fostering an inclusive accepting and diverse environment free of discrimination on the basis of race color age religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability or status as a protected veteran Contributions to Sierra Space come in many shapes and styles and we believe diversity in our workforce fosters new and greater ways to dream innovate and inspire<p>
Structural Dynamics Engineer
Company: Impulse Space
Location: Other US Location
Posted Mar 19, 2024
Impulse Space is seeking a Structural Dynamics Engineer for a full-time position in Redondo Beach. The role involves determining and validating loads and environments for full vehicles and component subsystems. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in mechanical or aerospace engineering, 4+ years of experience in structural dynamic analysis, and proficiency in industry standard structural FEA packages. Additional preferred skills include a graduate degree, hands-on experience with dynamic structural testing, and working knowledge of launch vehicle loads. The compensation band is $115,000 - $165,000 / year, and the company offers long-term incentives, benefits, and a 401(k) retirement plan.
Principal Guidance Navigation & Control Engineer (GNC IPT Lead) (Clearance required)
Company: Sierra Space
Location: Greater Boulder Area
Posted Mar 19, 2024
Sierra Space is seeking a Principal Guidance, Navigation, and Control Engineer with extensive experience in aerospace engineering. The role involves designing and testing algorithms, flight software, and related hardware for various aerospace vehicles, including advanced mission payloads, electronic systems, aircraft, and space exploration systems. The engineer will be responsible for designing, developing, evaluating, and testing new products and processes throughout the product lifecycle. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Aerospace Engineering or a related discipline, advanced knowledge of engineering principles, and experience with Computer Aided Engineering tools, analysis, and simulation. They should also have experience leading GNC integrated product teams, providing technical oversight of junior engineers, and understanding of system modeling tools like MATLAB/Simulink. The role requires active TS/SCI United States government security clearance and offers a competitive salary and benefits package.
Integration Engineer II
Company: Sierra Space
Location: Greater Boulder Area
Posted Mar 18, 2024
Sierra Space is seeking an Integration Engineer with a Bachelor's degree and relevant experience. The role involves working in multidisciplinary teams to design, develop, test, and certify cutting-edge products and services, including advanced mission payloads, electronic systems, and space exploration systems. The Integration Engineer will be responsible for design for manufacturing, establishing build plans, and supporting production floor operations for spacecraft systems. The role requires direct involvement in component builds and integration of complete vehicle-wide systems. Familiarity with electrical and harnessing integration, fluids and propulsion integration, and mechanical systems integration is preferred. Sierra Space offers a competitive salary, benefits, and a mission-driven work environment.
Machine Maintenance Technician II
Company: Relativity Space
Location: Greater LA Area
Posted Mar 19, 2024
Relativity Space is a commercial launch company aiming to revolutionize the aerospace industry through its Terran R rocket and additive manufacturing innovation. The company seeks a maintenance technician with 3+ years of manufacturing experience, knowledge of maintenance equipment, and experience with CNC control systems. The role involves ensuring minimal production disruption, performing preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairing industrial equipment, and adhering to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs). The company offers competitive compensation, benefits, and a diverse, inclusive work environment.