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Space Kinetic

Chief Engineer

Space Kinetic · El Segundo, California

Posted about 3 months ago

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Is this posting real?

This role has been open
82 days
Space Kinetic's roles stay open a median of 83 days
Reposted
No
Salary listed
No
0% of Space Kinetic's roles list one
Ghost-job risk at Space Kinetic
high
48 stale, 1 reposted of 48 open
Hiring momentum
56 roles opened in the last 90 days
↑ up vs. the prior 90 days
Last confirmed on the employer's board
2026-10-25

Measured from postings appearing on and disappearing from Space Kinetic's own greenhouse board since 2026-08-03. Full hiring picture for Space Kinetic.

About this role

The Chief Engineer at Space Kinetic will lead the development and execution of innovative space technology, focusing on mission planning, requirements definition, and technical oversight. This role involves ensuring the integration of various subsystems, approving design readiness, and overseeing environmental qualifications. The position demands a high level of commitment and is set in a fast-paced startup environment, with responsibilities spanning from concept to mission operations.

Our read on this posting2.8out of 5
benefits
3/5
freshness
1/5
career value
5/5
role clarity
5/5
pay transparency
0/5

Scored from the posting itself — how clearly the role is described, how much it says about pay and benefits, and how recently it was listed. Not a judgement of Space Kinetic as an employer.

What you need

  • Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field
  • 7+ years of experience in leadership positions involving satellite system development, integration, and operations
  • Demonstrated experience successfully taking at least two spacecraft from concept through mission operations
  • Experience supporting space hardware development from system concept and requirements through Technology Readiness Level 9
  • Ability and willingness to obtain a security clearance

Nice to have

  • Master’s degree or PhD in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Systems Engineering, or a related field
  • Ability to work autonomously in a fast-paced and demanding startup environment
  • Passion for advancing the commercial and national security space industry

What you get

  • Equity-Based Compensation
  • 401(k) retirement plan with a 3.5% company match
  • Highly Competitive PTO
  • Paid company holidays + winter break
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Unique Performance-based bonus opportunities

Worth weighing

  • No salary listed, but pay range is $220,000 — $280,000 USD based on various factors
  • Role requires a high level of commitment and is not a traditional 40-hour work week
  • Position is onsite in El Segundo, CA with potential domestic travel up to 20% of the year

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Listed by Space Kinetic on their greenhouse job board, last confirmed open on 2026-10-25. PitchMeAI is not the employer.

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