Welcome to Planet. We believe in using space to help life on Earth. Planet designs, builds, and operates the largest constellation of imaging satellites in history.

This constellation delivers an unprecedented dataset of empirical information via a revolutionary cloud-based platform to authoritative figures in commercial, environmental, and humanitarian sectors. We are both a space company and data company all rolled into one. Customers and users across the globe use Planet's data to develop new technologies, drive revenue, power research, and solve our world’s toughest obstacles.

As we control every component of hardware design, manufacturing, data processing, and software engineering, our office is a truly inspiring mix of experts from a variety of domains. We have a people-centric approach toward culture and community and we strive to iterate in a way that puts our team members first and prepares our company for growth. Join Planet and be a part of our mission to change the way people see the world.

Planet is a global company with employees working remotely world wide and joining us from offices in San Francisco, Washington DC, Germany, Austria, Slovenia, and The Netherlands.

Requirements

) Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering or similar 5+ years of experience in the design and development of satellite systems Customer facing experience in briefings and design reviews Understanding of one or multiple satellite subsystems, including Mechanical, Thermal, ADSCS/GNC, Propulsion, or Electrical Familiarity with

formulation, validation, and verification best practices Experience with vehicle testing, including both functional and environmental testing What Makes You Stand Out: Master's degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering or similar. 7+ years of experience working in the satellite industry, including design/analysis, AI T and/or V V.

: This position requires access to export-controlled information, and as such, employment (or hiring of a contractor) is contingent upon the candidate’s ability to access all applicable export-controlled information without additional export licensing being required by the Bureau of Industry and Security and/or the Directorate of Defense Trade Controls.

Benefits

While Working at Planet: These offerings are dependent on employment type and geographical location, based upon applicable law or company policy.

Senior Spacecraft Systems Engineer (San Francisco Office)