Senior TPS Materials Engineer for Space Reentry
Kindredventures
Inversion is seeking a Principal Materials Scientist to lead development of high-performance, low-cost ablative TPS materials from formulation to automated production. The role spans material formulation, testing across extreme temperatures, and scaling fabrication, with mentorship for engineers. The position is on-site at Inversion HQ in Playa Vista, CA, and requires capability to obtain a U.S. government Secret/Top Secret clearance. #J-18808-Ljbffr Kindredventures
$175k - $244k
...Turning Space into a Transportation Layer for... ...Inversion builds advanced reentry systems to deliver... ...thermal protection materials that perform like... ..., low-cost ablative TPS materials — owning them... ...~ Mentor senior and early-career engineers across the organization...SuggestedPermanent employmentFull time- United States Digital Space LLC is seeking a Senior Materials Engineer to tackle complex material challenges for their Starshield satellites in Hawthorne, California. The role involves hands-on responsibilities with flight hardware and requires collaboration with engineering...Senior
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SPACE EXPLORATION TECHNOLOGIES CORP is looking for a Sr. Materials Engineer for the Starship project in Hawthorne, CA. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree in materials engineering and at least 5 years of experience. Responsibilities include designing and improving...Senior$145.19k - $203.26k
A space exploration company is seeking an experienced Nonmetals and Flammability Materials Engineer to ensure the safety and performance of materials in human-rated space capsules. This position requires a BS degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, or Materials engineering and...Senior- ...Chemical / Materials Engineer - Space Solar Position Details Location: Los Angeles (Hawthorne), CA Employment Type: Full-time Department... ...on the Starlight team, you will work alongside our senior chemists on the materials and chemistries behind our solar...Permanent employmentFull timeInternship
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Stellar Solutions is hiring a fully remote Parts, Materials and Processes Engineer to support various Civil, Commercial, Defense, and Intelligence Customers. The role involves recommending EEE parts for space environmental effects, generating reliability analyses, and...Remote job- United States Digital Space LLC in Hawthorne, CA is seeking a Materials Technician for the Glue Factory on 2nd shift to fabricate silicone adhesives, paints,... ...manufacturing exposure and opportunities to contribute to TPS-related materials development. #J-18808-Ljbffr United...Afternoon shift
- Blue Origin is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer in Los Angeles to support innovative mechanical systems development for space reentry. You will lead design and analysis processes, ensuring mechanical systems function reliably in challenging environments. The ideal...Senior
$130k - $180k
...possible, with the ultimate goal of enabling human life on Mars.SR. MATERIALS ENGINEER, METALS (STARSHIP)Our Starship Materials Engineering team is... ...conditions including thermal, wear, atmospheric, and space environmentsUnderstanding of mechanical testing methods for metals...SeniorPermanent employmentTemporary workWork experience placement$230k - $270k
...Principal Thermal Protection System Engineer (TPS) Location: Playa Vista,... ...vehicles that unlock in-space manufacturing, on-orbit... ...the (TPS) for our Carryall reentry vehicle. This role sits at the... ...intersection of high-temperature materials science, aerothermal...Temporary workWork at officeLocal areaFlexible hoursNight shift- Starpath in Los Angeles, CA, is seeking a Chemical / Materials Engineer to advance space solar technologies. You will work with senior chemists on cell chemistries, polymer encapsulation, and barrier systems, translating bench work into manufacturable processes on the production...
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Freeformfuturecorp is seeking a Senior Materials Engineer to establish best practices for metal 3D printing technology. This role involves hands-on materials testing, data analysis, and process development within a collaborative environment. Located in Los Angeles, this...SeniorFull time$125k - $200k
...Job Description Job Description SENIOR MATERIALS ENGINEER (METAL 3D PRINTING) Freeform builds AI-native manufacturing systems that unify software, hardware, and physics to produce industrial-scale parts at the speed of human ideation. By treating manufacturing as a...SeniorFull timeCasual workRelocation packageFlexible hours- ...goal of enabling human life on Mars. SR. MATERIALS ENGINEER, STARSHIELD Starshield leverages the... ...communications, and hosted payloads. As a Senior Materials Engineer, you will own... ...should reach out to ****@*****.***.space. #J-18808-Ljbffr United States Digital...SeniorPermanent employmentWeekend work
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- ...pioneering Earth return logistics for space. We’re building vehicles that... ...’re looking for a Mechanical Engineer who will own the design,... ...assemblies that survive hypersonic reentry, transition into controlled... ...be working directly with GNC, TPS, test, avionics, and...Senior
- SpaceX is seeking a Sr. RFIC Design Engineer for the Starshield team to advance next‑generation RF/analog/mixed‑signal ICs for space and ground systems. You will design, simulate, and characterize RFICs in SiGe, GaAs, GaN or CMOS, working with system architects and ASIC...Senior
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$120k - $150k
A leading space technology company based in Los Angeles is seeking a Senior HR Business Partner to shape its culture and people strategy. The role involves collaborating with leadership to develop HR initiatives aligned with company values and ensuring compliance with labor...Senior- Northwood Space in Los Angeles is seeking a Product Security Lead to own security of software... ...systems from design to deployment. This senior role requires deep expertise across the... ...vulnerability programs, and mentor engineers while maintaining security without slowing...Senior
$23 - $27 per hour
Materials Technician, Glue Factory (Starship) - 2nd Shift... ...orbit operations, and reentry. As a technician for... ...Read and interpret engineering process specifications... ...thermal protection systems (TPS) Experience working... ..., working in tight spaces, bending, grasping, sitting...Permanent employmentContract workTemporary workFor contractorsFor subcontractorWork at officeLocal areaMonday to FridayWeekend workAfternoon shift$130k - $160k
A pioneering space technology company in Los Angeles is seeking a Senior Supply Chain Planner to ensure timely availability of materials for production. You will manage demand plans, collaborate across teams, and proactively coordinate with suppliers. The ideal candidate...Senior- SpaceX is looking for a Sr. RFIC Design Engineer for the Starshield team in Hawthorne, California. The candidate will design RFICs for... ...working on advanced technologies that will enable human life in space. You will collaborate within a fast-paced environment, focusing...Senior
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