Generative Spacecraft Engineer - Systems

Responsibilities

• Support the design of spacecraft mechanical and electrical subsystems, including structures, harnessing, propulsion, avionics integration, and thermal management
• Assist in developing interface control documents (ICDs), system block diagrams, and subsystem-level requirements
• Contribute to cable routing layouts and power distribution architectures
• Help with hardware component trades and evaluations
• Participate in build and integration activities, including spacecraft assembly and test campaigns (TVAC, vibration, EMI/EMC)
• Collaborate across disciplines (GNC, power, software, mission design) to ensure smooth spacecraft integration
• Support technical reviews (PDR, CDR, TRR, etc.) and contribute to engineering documentation
• Work with suppliers and the team to track procurement and delivery of hardware

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Aerospace Engineering
• Internship, co-op, or hands-on project experience in spacecraft or satellite systems
• Familiarity with CAD tools (e.g., SolidWorks) or electrical schematic capture tools (e.g., Altium, OrCAD)
• Understanding of basic mechanical design principles
• Experience with software configuration management tools (e.g., Git, GitLab, Jira)
• Exposure to electrical harnessing, grounding, or power distribution concepts
• Ability to occasionally lift up to 40 lbs

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in a related engineering field
• Background in harness routing and 3D CAD for wire bundle design
• Experience with environmental testing (TVAC, vibe, shock, or EMI/EMC)
• Knowledge of radiation effects on electronics and mitigation strategies
• Hands-on experience in cleanroom environments and hardware integration
• Familiarity with system engineering tools like JIRA, JAMA, or DOORS
• Familiarity with communication protocols (e.g., CCSDS, SpaceWire, CAN, SPI, Ethernet/IP, UART, I2C)

Benefits

• Equity
• Unlimited PTO
• Medical (Platinum coverage), Vision, & Dental Insurance
• Catering provided on-site everyday

About the Company

Oligo is building a manufacturing-in-the-loop foundation model to automate spacecraft design and production worldwide using AI-driven generative design and automated manufacturing.