Launch System Integration Engineer

terranorbitalcorporation

Irvine, CA · Irvine · United States

Posted Mar 12, 2026

Full-time
Launch Integration Engineering

Job description

Join a team where your impact reaches beyond the stars! At Terran Orbital, you’re not just part of the system – you’re a vital force propelling our mission forward. As trailblazers in satellite manufacturing and aerospace innovation, we shatter boundaries daily to deliver groundbreaking solutions that power our nation’s defense and commercial missions. We are a unique, fast growing, and trusted team dedicated to swiftly and efficiently designing, building, launching, and operating state of the art satellites for advanced mission constellations. If you’re driven by purpose, inspired by challenges, and ready to leave your mark on the universe, you’ll find a home and endless opportunities for growth here. Together, let’s redefine what is possible in orbit and beyond!

Terran Orbital is seeking an experienced Launch System Integration Engineer to join our dynamic team. Reporting to the Mission Operations Manager the Launch System Integration Engineer will be responsible for leading and executing launch vehicle integration for space vehicles, developing launch requirements, performing launch verification and validation and range safety compliance. You will also act as the primary launch liaison between customers, launch providers, and Terran Orbital.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

Manage all aspects related to launch segment for specific programs (i.e dispenser/separation system requirements, packaging and shipping space vehicle and launch-related hardware, unpacking hardware at vehicle integration site, and launch integration planning and execution)
Primary technical POC for launch with multiple disciplines, with customers, and with launch providers
Coordinate and conduct test campaigns of space vehicle and launch-related hardware
Write and execute the necessary assembly, integration and test procedures to support the launch integration campaign.
Work with design and tooling engineers to develop and/or design assembly, integration, or checkout tooling.
Work closely with members of program teams, technical peers, and operations to ensure the Launch Systems Engineering team and launch integration activities meet all requirements and achieve all milestones.

Required Qualifications and Skills

Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace, Mechanical, Electrical Engineering or related technical field
2+ years’ experience as aerospace, mechanical, system engineer or similar
Hands-on experience with payload integration and/or launch integration, or
Experience with large structure and electrical assembly
Experience with SSCMAN 91-710 Compliance and MSPSP
Highly detail-oriented
Experience effectively communicating with cross-functional teams, external customers, and launch suppliers
Able to communicate effectively with strong organizational skills
Must be willing to travel up to 25% for launch site integration support
Willing to work extended hours and weekends as required
Willing and able to operate heavy machinery (i.e lifts, overhead cranes)
U.S. Citizenship with ability to obtain and maintain DoD security clearance

Preferred Qualifications and Skills

Experience with SolidWorks
Experience with requirement tools such as JAMA and Valispace
Experience with propellant systems for spacecraft
Experience with MGSE for structures handling (i.e lift/breakover fixtures, large structure stands)
Experience with space vehicle separation systems
Familiarity with GEVS and/or SMC-S-16 testing requirements

Your 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 100% covered medical, dental, and vision coverage, a 401(k) match, Flexible Time Off (FTO), covered life insurance, maternity and paternity leave, tuition reimbursement, employee referrals, and lots of swag!

Salary Range

$105,000—$135,000 USD

Full-time positions only:

Benefits

100% Company-paid comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your dependents
401(k) Match
Flexible Time Off (FTO)
Education Reimbursement
Competitive Paid Parental Leave

About Terran Orbital

Terran Orbital is a leading manufacturer of satellite products primarily serving the aerospace and defense industries. Terran Orbital provides end-to-end satellite solutions by combining satellite design, production, launch planning, mission operations, and on-orbit support to meet the needs of the most demanding military, civil, and commercial customers. Learn more at www.terranorbital.com

Physical Demands

An employee must meet the physical demands described to perform the essential functions of this job successfully. In performing the duties of this job, the employee is routinely required to sit or stand for long durations of time, in addition to bending, reaching, and walking. This would require the ability to lift or move objects up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift or move objects up to 25 pounds. This position is generally sedentary, with substantial computer usage.

Work Environment

The job operates in a professional office environment but in a manufacturing company. This job routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, and scanners.

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 accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at hr@terranorbital.com.

Terran Orbital does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or staffing firms. To conduct business with Terran Orbital, a Master Services Agreement (MSA) must be executed and confirmed prior to submitting any information relating to a potential candidate. Without a signed MSA, Terran Orbital shall not be responsible to any individual or entity for any payment relating to any form of fee or compensation.

And, in the event that a resume or candidate is submitted by a recruiter, an employment agency, or a staffing firm without a fully executed MSA, Terran Orbital has the unrestricted right to pursue and hire any of those candidate(s) without any legal or financial responsibility to the recruiter, agency, and/or firm.