Satellites AIT Lead Engineer

A fast-growing space scale-up is building out its US satellite Assembly, Integration, and Testing capability and is hiring a senior Systems Engineer to lead this effort.

This role will be responsible for the end-to-end integration and testing of small satellites, including the integration of customer payloads with spacecraft buses. You will play a key role in establishing and operating a cleanroom environment in Denver, owning AI&T processes, workflows, and execution as the US capability scales.

This is a hands‑on, delivery‑focused position with real ownership. You will initially operate as a team of one, with the opportunity to grow and lead the function over time, working closely with international engineering teams and senior leadership.

• Lead assembly, integration, and testing of complete satellites
• Integrate customer payloads with spacecraft buses and oversee testing through launch readiness
• Establish and operate cleanroom and AI&T processes in the US
• Troubleshoot integration issues across mechanical, electrical, and systems interfaces
• Support environmental testing including thermal vacuum and vibration
• Own documentation including integration plans, test procedures, and reports

• 5+ years experience in satellite systems engineering or AI&T
• Proven hands‑on experience integrating complete satellites
• Strong background integrating payloads with spacecraft buses
• Comfortable operating in fast‑paced, high‑ownership environments

• Experience standing up or scaling AI&T or cleanroom operations
• Experience contributing to satellite bus design or build

$120,000 to $170,000 base salary plus benefits and bonus

This role is ideal for engineers who enjoy building capability from the ground up and want real impact on active satellite missions.