Terran Orbital Corporation · 3 days ago
Sr. Process Development Engineer
Irvine, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$115K/yr - $150K/yr
5+ years expTerran Orbital is a leading manufacturer of satellite products serving the aerospace and defense industries. The Sr. Process Development Engineer will specialize in creating, developing, and implementing critical processes for fabricating, building, calibrating, and testing GNC space products, while collaborating across various segments of the business to drive process improvements.
AerospaceMachinery ManufacturingManufacturingSatellite Communication
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Influence the product design to enable automated build and test processing
Lead the development of engineering and testing processes, as well as continuous improvement initiatives
Confirm the quality of both products and processes by establishing the standards that must be met and develop various testing methods to confirm it
Assist in the development of test solutions to effectively evaluate and characterize the workmanship and performance of new and existing spacecraft modules and sensors within the scope of the GNC Sensors Module Group
Work with Stakeholders to clearly define and evaluate module and sensor performance requirements for internal build programs
Work with Integrated Product Teams to define module and sensor minimum performance requirements for commercial product lines
Support testing activities as required on assigned programs. Responsibilities include updates to required documentation, providing input and oversight on test execution, and assistance in troubleshooting test setups, module anomalies, and proper data collection and storage
Analyze and consolidate test data, develop and publish test reports, and conduct reviews for identified stakeholders within the organization
Perform all other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
U.S. or M.S. in Aerospace, Mechanical, Electrical, or equivalent technical degree
5+ years of experience in process engineering, production, testing, qualifying, and troubleshooting
Familiarity with PCBA hardware or sub-system
Understanding of electrical test equipment, testing method, data acquisition, and instrumentation and controls
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work collaboratively and deliver to program timelines
U.S. Person or lawful permanent resident to comply with U.S. government space technology export regulations
Preferred
Working knowledge of both optical mechanical systems, electrical schematics, and electrical PCB assemblies and components
Understanding of environmental testing such as vibration, shock and thermal cycle testing including TVAC
Ability to evaluate PCBA anomalies and failures and create corrective action plans
Ability to evaluate mechanical anomalies and failures and create and implement corrective action plans
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
Company
Terran Orbital Corporation
Terran Orbital is a leading manufacturer of small satellites primarily serving the United States and Allied aerospace and defense industries.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$401.64MKey Investors
Lockheed MartinLockheed Martin Ventures
2024-08-15Acquired
2023-09-18Post Ipo Equity· $32.5M
2022-10-31Post Ipo Equity· $100M
Leadership Team
Anthony Previte
CEO & President
Peter M. Krauss
President and CEO
Recent News
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