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Satellite Systems Engineer
Starfish Space
Software Engineering
Seattle, WA, USA
Posted on Nov 5, 2025
Please apply using this link, NOT through Wellfound: https://airtable.com/app8iJoQclyFJRNi7/pagZtlQcNiV32sRwu/form
Position Description
Starfish is developing the Otter satellite servicing vehicle to provide satellite life extension and end-of-life disposal services. These are ambitious missions which have never been done at scale in space. This position will support the development and delivery of Otter services to our customers, relying on knowledge of the space environment, satellite operations, and system design skills. This is a broad role, with responsibilities ranging from performance analysis, to systems engineering, to satellite integration and testing support.
Qualifications
- Must be a US person due to ITAR regulations (citizen, permanent resident, or designated asylee / refugee)
- Willing to work from Tukwila, Washington
- Capable of working a dynamic, fast-paced startup environment
- B.S. degree or equivalent in Aerospace Engineering or similar field
Desired Experience
- Previous experience designing and/or operating space systems
- Programming experience in Python
- Working knowledge of systems engineering
- Working knowledge of satellite components and technologies
ITAR Requirements
To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.
Please apply using this link, NOT through Wellfound: https://airtable.com/app8iJoQclyFJRNi7/pagZtlQcNiV32sRwu/form