Planet designs, builds, and operates the largest constellation of imaging satellites in history.
Requirements
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Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering or similar
5+ years of experience in the design and development of satellite systems
Customer facing experience in briefings and design reviews
Understanding of one or multiple satellite subsystems, including Mechanical, Thermal, ADSCS/GNC, Propulsion, or Electrical
Familiarity with requirements formulation, validation, and verification best practices
Experience with vehicle testing, including both functional and environmental testing
Master's degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering or similar.
7+ years of experience working in the satellite industry, including design/analysis, AI&T and/or V&V.
Familiar with industry standards including NASA GEVS and SMC-S-16 for small satellites (50-200 kg)
Remote Sensing experience related to electro-optical payloads
Knowledge of design for space environment best practice
Experience with constellation design or orbital simulations in custom tool suites or STK
Excellent understanding of ground segment architecture including mission control and mission processing elements
This position requires access to export-controlled information, and as such, employment (or hiring of a contractor) is contingent upon the candidate’s ability to access all applicable export-controlled information without additional export licensing being required by the Bureau of Industry and Security and/or the Directorate of Defense Trade Controls.
Benefits & Perks
These offerings are dependent on employment type and geographical location, based upon applicable law or company policy.
Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision plans
Health Savings Account (HSA) with a company contribution
Generous Paid Time Off in addition to holidays and company-wide days off
16 Weeks of Paid Parental Leave
Wellness Program and Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Home Office Reimbursement
Monthly Phone and Internet Reimbursement
Tuition Reimbursement and access to LinkedIn Learning
Equity
Commuter Benefits (if local to an office)
Volunteering Paid Time Off
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