Chief Antenna Systems Engineer
Description
Summary:
Be more than just an employee number! Join Terran Orbital, a leader in innovation, manufacturing, and operations in the satellite industry.
We are a pioneer in the miniaturization of space technologies and the delivery of responsive space solutions.
We are a unique, fast-growing, and trusted team focused on quickly and economically designing, building, launching, and operating state-of-the-art satellites for advanced mission constellations.
Terran Orbital is seeking a motivated and experienced technical leader and space domain expert at one of our U.
S.
office locations.
As a member of our Advanced Systems Team, the Chief Antenna Systems Engineer will work with Subject Matter Experts (SMEs), business development, growth operations, engineers, and program personnel to formulate, architect, and coordinate the establishment of baseline technical solutions for active and planned pursuits within the space mission pipeline.
The individual sought for this position will lead the application of Terran Orbital s space-based platforms, payloads, ground systems, on-orbit operations capabilities, technical capabilities and internal product growth towards new business opportunities, focusing on antenna aspects of communications systems and payloads.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES/
Responsibilities:
Work within the Advanced Systems Team to support and integrate across the Business Development (BD), Growth Operations, and Engineering Execution Teams to formulate winning technical baseline solutions for Terran Orbital Prime bid opportunitiesProvide support to the Mission Solutions Team to identify, formulate and orchestrate technical baseline comm systems solutions to commercial, international, and US Government (USG) customer setsPromote future Terran Orbital communication systems capabilities, architectures, and applications within the commercial, international and USG customer baseAssist BD in informing and shaping opportunities during customer engagements and leading the technical/mission solutions effort for antenna aspectsProvide support to BD and Proposal/Capture teams as advisor, reviewer, and content provider for active pursuitsContinually engage with Terran Orbital s Engineering Management Team (EMT) to ensure mutual understanding of roadmaps, limitations, and goalsUnderstand and identify when/where external strategic partnerships are best applied vs.
establishing internal capabilitiesActively engage within the space community through presentations, panels, publications, etc.
, to promote and remain at the leading edgeEstablish, regularly maintain and assess Terran Orbital technology/mission roadmaps for comm systems across the Advanced Systems Team, Growth Operations, BD, EMT, and senior management for awareness and continuityThe candidate will have ownership, responsibility, and autonomy to lead, grow and maintain their domain as the end-to-end mission solutions owner.
This includes recruiting and leading additional team members as determined as necessaryAssess end-to-end mission needs/gaps of customers and advance Terran Orbital capabilities to deliver novel solutions and win businessEngage with potential industry and customer partners to understand their current/future capabilities to enable collaboration in delivering customer comm systems solutions.
Maintain a comprehensive understanding of the current and future space-related comm systems requirements across all customer bases
Qualifications:
Bachelor s degree in Engineering or related field is required; advanced degree a plus15
years of experience in a technical and business development roles in space-related fields, with an emphasis on antennas for space applicationsHands-on experience with telecom satellite antenna hardwareAbility to be an individual contributor on technical definition, including:
Antenna analysis with relevant tools (GRASP, etc.
)Definition of antenna solutions, including antenna type (reflector, DRA, array fed reflector, etc.
), appropriate geometry, performanceInterference analysisAntenna performance analysis and simulationAntenna sizing Antenna performance budgets Antenna hardware specification definitionIntimate knowledge and connection with key suppliers of antenna payload hardwareKnowledge of legacy customer architectures at deep technical levelDESIRED SKILLS/
Experience:
Understanding of all business development, capture, proposal, and program management competencies and practicesExperience with customer relationship management toolsUnderstanding of customer solicitation and source selection process Demonstrated ability to shape customer selectionProfessional certifications in engineering, related technical disciplines, or managementExperience building, leading, and maintaining a team of personnel to design and accomplish objectives effectively and efficientlyExperience leading, coordinating, and contributing technical and cost volumes for large aerospace proposalsExperience in a fast-paced aerospace environment with quick-turn responses regarding opportunities Capable of working autonomously and leading in a team environment
Benefits:
100% Company-paid comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your dependentsEmployee Equity Incentive Program 401(k) MatchUnlimited PTOSalary Range $200,000-$300,000Your actual level and base salary will be determined case-by-case and may vary based on the job-related qualification, knowledge, skills, education, and experience.
In addition to base salary, we offer equity for each employee, 100% covered medical, dental, and vision coverage, a 401(k) match, unlimited flex time off, covered life insurance, maternity and paternity leave, tuition reimbursement, employee referrals, and lots of swag!PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
This is largely a sedentary role with heavy computer usage.
The position may require the incumbent to move files, open filing cabinets, and bend/stand as necessary.
Moderate CONUS travel may be required.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
This job operates in a professional office environment, including Secure Compartmented Information Facilities (SCIFs).
This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, virtual collaboration tools, photocopiers, filing cabinets, and fax machines.
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 an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at email protected .
.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
Summary:
Be more than just an employee number! Join Terran Orbital, a leader in innovation, manufacturing, and operations in the satellite industry.
We are a pioneer in the miniaturization of space technologies and the delivery of responsive space solutions.
We are a unique, fast-growing, and trusted team focused on quickly and economically designing, building, launching, and operating state-of-the-art satellites for advanced mission constellations.
Terran Orbital is seeking a motivated and experienced technical leader and space domain expert at one of our U.
S.
office locations.
As a member of our Advanced Systems Team, the Chief Antenna Systems Engineer will work with Subject Matter Experts (SMEs), business development, growth operations, engineers, and program personnel to formulate, architect, and coordinate the establishment of baseline technical solutions for active and planned pursuits within the space mission pipeline.
The individual sought for this position will lead the application of Terran Orbital s space-based platforms, payloads, ground systems, on-orbit operations capabilities, technical capabilities and internal product growth towards new business opportunities, focusing on antenna aspects of communications systems and payloads.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES/
Responsibilities:
Work within the Advanced Systems Team to support and integrate across the Business Development (BD), Growth Operations, and Engineering Execution Teams to formulate winning technical baseline solutions for Terran Orbital Prime bid opportunitiesProvide support to the Mission Solutions Team to identify, formulate and orchestrate technical baseline comm systems solutions to commercial, international, and US Government (USG) customer setsPromote future Terran Orbital communication systems capabilities, architectures, and applications within the commercial, international and USG customer baseAssist BD in informing and shaping opportunities during customer engagements and leading the technical/mission solutions effort for antenna aspectsProvide support to BD and Proposal/Capture teams as advisor, reviewer, and content provider for active pursuitsContinually engage with Terran Orbital s Engineering Management Team (EMT) to ensure mutual understanding of roadmaps, limitations, and goalsUnderstand and identify when/where external strategic partnerships are best applied vs.
establishing internal capabilitiesActively engage within the space community through presentations, panels, publications, etc.
, to promote and remain at the leading edgeEstablish, regularly maintain and assess Terran Orbital technology/mission roadmaps for comm systems across the Advanced Systems Team, Growth Operations, BD, EMT, and senior management for awareness and continuityThe candidate will have ownership, responsibility, and autonomy to lead, grow and maintain their domain as the end-to-end mission solutions owner.
This includes recruiting and leading additional team members as determined as necessaryAssess end-to-end mission needs/gaps of customers and advance Terran Orbital capabilities to deliver novel solutions and win businessEngage with potential industry and customer partners to understand their current/future capabilities to enable collaboration in delivering customer comm systems solutions.
Maintain a comprehensive understanding of the current and future space-related comm systems requirements across all customer bases
Qualifications:
Bachelor s degree in Engineering or related field is required; advanced degree a plus15
years of experience in a technical and business development roles in space-related fields, with an emphasis on antennas for space applicationsHands-on experience with telecom satellite antenna hardwareAbility to be an individual contributor on technical definition, including:
Antenna analysis with relevant tools (GRASP, etc.
)Definition of antenna solutions, including antenna type (reflector, DRA, array fed reflector, etc.
), appropriate geometry, performanceInterference analysisAntenna performance analysis and simulationAntenna sizing Antenna performance budgets Antenna hardware specification definitionIntimate knowledge and connection with key suppliers of antenna payload hardwareKnowledge of legacy customer architectures at deep technical levelDESIRED SKILLS/
Experience:
Understanding of all business development, capture, proposal, and program management competencies and practicesExperience with customer relationship management toolsUnderstanding of customer solicitation and source selection process Demonstrated ability to shape customer selectionProfessional certifications in engineering, related technical disciplines, or managementExperience building, leading, and maintaining a team of personnel to design and accomplish objectives effectively and efficientlyExperience leading, coordinating, and contributing technical and cost volumes for large aerospace proposalsExperience in a fast-paced aerospace environment with quick-turn responses regarding opportunities Capable of working autonomously and leading in a team environment
Benefits:
100% Company-paid comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your dependentsEmployee Equity Incentive Program 401(k) MatchUnlimited PTOSalary Range $200,000-$300,000Your actual level and base salary will be determined case-by-case and may vary based on the job-related qualification, knowledge, skills, education, and experience.
In addition to base salary, we offer equity for each employee, 100% covered medical, dental, and vision coverage, a 401(k) match, unlimited flex time off, covered life insurance, maternity and paternity leave, tuition reimbursement, employee referrals, and lots of swag!PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
This is largely a sedentary role with heavy computer usage.
The position may require the incumbent to move files, open filing cabinets, and bend/stand as necessary.
Moderate CONUS travel may be required.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
This job operates in a professional office environment, including Secure Compartmented Information Facilities (SCIFs).
This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, virtual collaboration tools, photocopiers, filing cabinets, and fax machines.
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 an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at email protected .
.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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