Systems Engineer, Flight Safety

Vardaspace

El Segundo, California, United States
Base: $104,000 - $145,000 py; bonus/equity: stock ...
On-site
Bachelor's degree in aerospace or systems engineering
Experience with fmea and fha methodologies
Cradle-to-grave complex engineering project ownership
Vardaspace is seeking a Systems Engineer to join their Mission Assurance team, focusing on flight safety analysis and regulatory compliance for FAA licensing. The role involves cross-functional collaboration, risk management, and ensuring the safety of flight hardware during operations

Job Summary

  • Varda is accelerating the development of commercial space infrastructure for in-orbit pharmaceutical processing and reentry capsules.
  • The role requires producing flight safety analyses and regulatory strategies for FAA Part 450 and Range Safety licensing.
  • Candidates will receive equity in a fully funded space startup along with unlimited PTO and on-site meals.

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Vardaspace is seeking a Systems Engineer to join their Mission Assurance team, focusing on flight safety analysis and regulatory compliance for FAA licensing. The role involves cross-functional collaboration, risk management, and ensuring the safety of flight hardware during operations.

Salary

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

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

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

Nice-to-have

  • Lean approach to quality without compromising safety
  • Safety critical mission operations experience
  • Ability to influence cross-functional teams effectively

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in aerospace, mechanical, electrical, manufacturing, or systems engineering
  • Demonstrated ownership of complex engineering projects from cradle to grave
  • Strong experience with risk management tools including FMEA, FHA, and Fault Tree Analysis
  • Must be a U.S. person (citizen, permanent resident, or protected individual) due to ITAR restrictions

Work Rights

Must be a U.S. person (citizen, lawful permanent resident, or protected individual)

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