Associate Electro-Mechanical Engineer

Join a team where your impact reaches beyond the stars! At Terran Orbital, you’re not just part of the system – you’re a vital force propelling our mission forward. As trailblazers in satellite manufacturing and aerospace innovation, we shatter boundaries daily to deliver groundbreaking solutions that power our nation’s defense and commercial missions. We are a unique, fast growing, and trusted team dedicated to swiftly and efficiently designing, building, launching, and operating state of the art satellites for advanced mission constellations. If you’re driven by purpose, inspired by challenges, and ready to leave your mark on the universe, you’ll find a home and endless opportunities for growth here. Together, let’s redefine what is possible in orbit and beyond!

Terran Orbital is seeking an experienced Associate Electro-Mechanical Engineer  to join our dynamic team. Reporting to the Associate Integrated Product Team (IPT) Lead - GNC the Associate Electro-Mechanical Engineer will work within a multidisciplinary team to develop and support the design, prototype, qualification and sustainment of innovative Guidance, Navigation, Control and Propulsion components and modules for various spacecraft.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist in the design, development, optimization and implementation of various electrical and mechanical components, systems and sub-system modules for some of the world’s leading edge GNC space modules and Ion Propulsion systems.
• Utilize the full spectrum of the design, analysis, test, and manufacturing tools to create efficient components and sub-system assemblies.
• Use established analytical analysis methods and industry standard practices to ensure designs will meet or exceed internal and customer requirements.
• Participate in debugging, testing, and verification activities for components and modules.
• Work closely with internal and external customers to support development and ongoing production.
• Contribute to Process Development and Continuous Improvement activities.

Qualifications and Skills

• B.S. degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering or equivalent technical discipline.
• 0-2 years of experience and a working knowledge with Electrical Circuit Design, PCB Layout design and best engineering practices.
• 0-2 years of experience and a working knowledge of mechanical design and analysis, basic manufacturing processes, Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing.
• Experience with assembly, testing and debugging of PCBs or mechanical systems in a professional, academic, or recreational environment.
• Understanding of electrical engineering principles and practices.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced multidisciplinary team environment.
• Able to effectively work on multiple tasks running in parallel.
• Self-motivated with strong organizational, written, and oral communication skills.
• U.S. Citizenship with ability to obtain and maintain DoD security clearance.

Additional Differentiators

• Proficient working with EPDM or other PDM software.
• Proficient in the use of shop tools, assembly techniques, inspection methods and equipment.
• Experience with Altium or similar electrical design software.

 Benefits

• 100% Company-paid comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your dependents
• 401(k) Match
• Flexible Time Off (FTO)
• Education Reimbursement
• Competitive Paid Parental Leave

About Terran Orbital 

Terran Orbital is a leading manufacturer of satellite products primarily serving the aerospace and defense industries. Terran Orbital provides end-to-end satellite solutions by combining satellite design, production, launch planning, mission operations, and on-orbit support to meet the needs of the most demanding military, civil, and commercial customers. Learn more at www.terranorbital.com

Physical Demands

An employee must meet the physical demands described to perform the essential functions of this job successfully. In performing the duties of this job, the employee is routinely required to sit or stand for long durations of time, in addition to bending, reaching, and walking. This would require the ability to lift or move objects up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift or move objects up to 25 pounds. This position is generally sedentary, with substantial computer usage.

Work Environment

The job operates in a professional office environment but in a manufacturing company. This job routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, and scanners.

Disclaimers

To comply with U.S. Government space technology export regulations, the applicant must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. In addition, please note that this position may require a current United States National Security clearance or eligibility for such a clearance.

Terran Orbital is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We consider applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or membership in any other group protected by federal, state, or local law.

If you need assistance or accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at hr@terranorbital.com.

Terran Orbital does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or staffing firms. To conduct business with Terran Orbital, a Master Services Agreement (MSA) must be executed and confirmed prior to submitting any information relating to a potential candidate. Without a signed MSA, Terran Orbital shall not be responsible to any individual or entity for any payment relating to any form of fee or compensation.

And, in the event that a resume or candidate is submitted by a recruiter, an employment agency, or a staffing firm without a fully executed MSA, Terran Orbital has the unrestricted right to pursue and hire any of those candidate(s) without any legal or financial responsibility to the recruiter, agency, and/or firm.