Lead Systems Engineer — Flight-Grade Spacecraft Architect
Listed on 2026-10-17
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Engineering
Systems Engineer, Aerospace / Aviation / Avionics
Pillar Space is seeking a Lead Systems Engineer to own the spacecraft baseline from requirements to flight operations. You will define architecture, interfaces, margins, and lead a growing systems team in a stealth space hardware startup.
The role requires leading trade studies, verifying flight readiness, and coordinating with subsystems, launch partners, and customers. You will shape the technical roadmap and standards for a high-performance, flight-ready vehicle.
This posting is for the Lead Systems Engineer — Flight-Grade Spacecraft Architect role at Pillar Space, based in Los Angeles, CA, United States.
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We are looking to fill the Lead Systems Engineer — Flight-Grade Spacecraft Architect position at Pillar Space in Los Angeles, CA, United States.
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