# Staff Materials Engineer (Inorganics) at Apex Space

- Company: Apex Space
- What the company does: Mass-manufacturing productized satellite platforms to accelerate deployment of critical, next-generation constellations. Backed by a16z and CRV.
- Company website: https://www.apexspace.com
- Type: Startups
- Level: Senior
- Location: Los Angeles
- Work setup: On-site
- Pay: $170K to $225K base salary per year (USD)
- Posted: 2026-10-28
- Apply by: 2026-12-12
- Apply: https://jobs.ashbyhq.com/apex-technology-inc/2883b7ec-6c65-4432-8776-d65660bc8ada?utm_source=1752vc&utm_medium=careers
- Page: https://www.1752.vc/careers/jobs/apex-space-staff-materials-engineer-inorganics/

## About the role

Apex is looking for a Materials and Processes (M&P) Engineer who will serve as the company technical focal for metallic materials and associated manufacturing processes used on spacecraft, propulsion systems, mechanisms, structures, avionics hardware, and flight-support equipment essential for our satellite operations. Found on 1752vc Careers, the job board for startup and VC roles.

## What they're looking for

- U.S. Persons status is required as this position requires access to export-controlled data
- Bachelor’s in mechanical, materials, physics, aerospace, or relevant engineering
- 10+ years of industry experience demonstrating a strong foundation in materials science and engineering principles
- Engineering experience with qualifying typical Aerospace metallics (e.g. aluminum alloys, titanium alloys, specialty aerospace alloys, castings, forgings, extrusions, sheet and plate, bar and tubing, and additively manufactured metallic hardware)
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
- Capable of managing multiple concurrent projects in a fast-paced environment

Tags: Engineering

Source: 1752vc Careers, https://www.1752.vc/careers/jobs/apex-space-staff-materials-engineer-inorganics/