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Staff Materials Engineer (Organics)

Apex Space · Los Angeles · On-site

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About Apex Space

Mass-manufacturing productized satellite platforms to accelerate deployment of critical, next-generation constellations. Backed by a16z and CRV.

About the role

Apex is looking for a Materials and Processes (M&P) Engineer who can collaborate across engineering and production teams, and own the success selection and qualification of organic materials essential for our satellite operations. The M&P engineer will define product requirements, inform material and design trades, perform analyses and testing on materials, drive test campaigns, and develop a materials database and usage list. 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
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
  • Capable of managing multiple concurrent projects in a fast-paced environment
  • Master’s in Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, Metallurgy, Polymers, Mechanical Engineering or related discipline
More about this role

Spacecraft represent the most pressing unmet need across the entire aerospace industry. As more launch vehicles come online and the cost to orbit decreases, more companies launching payloads to space continue to emerge.

For the first time in history, this influx of payload companies combined with reduced launch costs has resulted in a massive increase in need for commercial spacecraft platforms, known as satellite buses. These buses hold the payloads of our customers and are flown on launch vehicles.

Apex manufactures these satellite buses at scale using a combination of software, vertical integration, and hardware that is designed for manufacturing. Our spacecraft enable the future of society: ranging from earth observation to communications and more.

We’d love for you to join us on our mission of providing humankind access to the galaxy beyond our planet.

Apex is looking for a Materials and Processes (M&P) Engineer who can collaborate across engineering and production teams, and own the success selection and qualification of organic materials essential for our satellite operations. The M&P engineer will define product requirements, inform material and design trades, perform...

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