Sr. Materials Engineer, Satellites (Starlink)
Skills
- Deep coating science and optical design knowledge
- Experience with materials for space environments and degradation mechanisms
- Hands-on materials characterization (SEM-EDS, FTIR, DSC, TGA, optical spectroscopy, mechanical testing)
- Space environment test experience (thermal vacuum, atomic oxygen, radiation, UV)
- Root cause analysis and lab-based failure investigation
- Production transfer and process improvement for high-volume manufacturing
- Strong cross-functional collaboration and technical communication
- Data-driven decision making in ambiguous, fast-paced environments
Responsibilities
- Develop and champion new thermal-optical, inorganic, and organic coating technologies from concept through qualification and production stabilization
- Define requirements, evaluate optical performance, and deploy optimized surface solutions with cross-functional teams
- Lead space-environment testing and reliability validation (thermal vacuum, atomic oxygen, radiation, UV, etc.) and iterate designs for durability
- Perform root cause investigations of material-related failures with hands-on lab testing of flight hardware and raw materials
- Provide material selection guidance and recommendations during hardware design reviews for performance, simplicity, and cost
- Conduct production process walk-downs to identify materials or process improvements to enhance reliability, rate, and yield
- Develop and publish material design allowables reflecting operational loads and space environments
- Mentor peers and serve as technical escalation for material-related challenges
Education
- Bachelor’s degree in Materials Science, Materials Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Physics, or related engineering discipline (required)
- Master’s or PhD in a related field (preferred)
Benefits
- Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Short- and long-term disability insurance and life insurance
- Paid parental leave
- Paid vacation (approx. 3 weeks) and 10+ paid holidays per year
- Paid sick time per Washington law
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan, potential stock or long-term incentives, and discretionary bonuses
- Company shuttles from select Seattle locations
- Various employee discounts and perks
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