About Starpath
Starpath Robotics is developing a full stack solution for commercial scale rocket propellant production on the Moon and Mars. We are building one of the key enabling technologies that will make Humans a multi-planet species.
If high ownership, fast pace, working with hardware, and solving challenging problems sounds like a dream come true, come join the team!
Mechanical Engineer - Deployable Solar
Starpath’s Solar team is designing and building some of the largest and most powerful vertically deployable solar arrays for the Lunar surface. Our initial mission will target 100(s) of kW scale, building on a clear path to 10+ MW. Starpath’s solar team plays a critical part in Starpath’s mission to build commercial-scale propellant production plants for the Moon.
Responsibilities
Conceptualize, design, build, and test structures and process components for ultimate use on the Lunar surface
Define & justify system requirements, conduct trade space analysis, document decision processes, and write operational procedures
Interface with adjacent teams to cohesively integrate hardware with supporting subsystems
Required Qualifications
Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field
Experience with CAD and detailed engineering calculations/analysis
Demonstrated ability to own projects from start to finish
High levels of personal agency & productivity
Evidence of exceptional engineering ability
A desire to make Humans a multi-planet species
Preferred Qualifications
Post-graduate degree in a technical field
Experience with design of hardware for space applications
Experience with one or more of the following:
Precision electric drive mechanisms
Functional qualification testing for space applications
Thermal management systems for space applications
Track record of providing innovative solutions
Excellent first principles reasoning
A strong desire to make Humans a multi-planet species
Position Details
Location: Los Angeles - Hawthorne
Salary base rate is $80k-$160k/yr, plus equity package; compensation scales with candidate experience
PTO & health/dental/vision coverage included
EAR REQUIREMENTS:
To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.
