Trajectory Analysis Engineer, Flight Safety

Varda Space Industries

El Segundo, California, United States
Base: $104,000 - $145,000 py; bonus/equity: stock ...
On-site
Bachelor's degree in aerospace or related field
Experience with fmea and fha methodologies
Cradle-to-grave complex engineering project ownership
Varda is accelerating the development of commercial space infrastructure including reentry capsules and in-orbit pharmaceutical processing

Job Summary

  • Varda is accelerating the development of commercial space infrastructure including reentry capsules and in-orbit pharmaceutical processing.
  • This role bridges complex engineering trades and regulatory approval by producing flight safety analyses and strategies for FAA Part 450 licensing.
  • The company offers equity in a fully funded space startup, unlimited PTO, and on-site meals including lunch and dinners twice a week.

Matching Summary

Varda is accelerating the development of commercial space infrastructure including reentry capsules and in-orbit pharmaceutical processing.

Salary

Base: $104,000 - $145,000 per year; Bonus/Equity: Stock options and/or long-term cash awards available; Benefits: 401(k) matching, health/vision/dental insurance, unlimited PTO

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Bachelor's degree in aerospace or related field
  • Experience with FMEA and FHA methodologies
  • Cradle-to-grave complex engineering project ownership
  • Cross-functional communication with executives
  • Integration of interdisciplinary aerospace systems

Nice-to-have

  • Lean approach to quality without compromising safety
  • Experience navigating FCC licensing processes
  • Safety critical mission operations background
  • Ability to present to regulators and customers

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in aerospace, mechanical, electrical, manufacturing, or systems engineering
  • Demonstrated experience with risk management tools like Fault Tree Analysis
  • Must be a US person (citizen, permanent resident, or protected individual) per ITAR requirements

Work Rights

Must be a US person (citizen, lawful permanent resident, or protected individual)

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