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Job Title: Electrical Engineer
Location: Redmond, WA

Company Overview:

Lumen Orbit is building a network of megawatt-scale data centers in space. Falling launch costs allow us to take advantage of the abundant energy, advanced cooling techniques, and high-speed connectivity in space. Join our visionary team, push the boundaries of technology and sustainability, and be part of this pioneering effort to redefine the future of data centers!

Position Overview:

As an Electrical Engineer at Lumen Orbit, you will design, develop, and test advanced electrical systems for our space-based data processing centers. You will take full ownership of complex hardware projects from concept to production and orbital operation, collaborating closely with senior leadership and multidisciplinary teams to deliver groundbreaking solutions.

Key Responsibilities:

Design and Development:

Lead the design and development of high-reliability electronics for space-based data processing centers.

Create detailed schematics and PCB layouts using advanced ECAD tools.

Perform signal integrity, power integrity, and thermal analysis to ensure robust, space-ready designs.

Project Management:

Manage the lifecycle of electrical components from initial concept through manufacturing, testing, and deployment.

Develop and refine design criteria, collaborate on system-level requirements, and drive system trades.

Ensure timely project delivery with high standards of quality and performance through meticulous project management.

Testing and Validation:

Design and execute comprehensive test plans to validate electrical designs under various environmental conditions, including vibration, thermal cycling, and radiation.

Utilize DOE (Design of Experiments) and SPC (Statistical Process Control) methodologies to analyze test data and inform design improvements.

Conduct rigorous environmental and performance testing to validate analyses and ensure compliance with design criteria.

Production and Integration:

Collaborate with supply chain and manufacturing teams to establish efficient production processes for space-qualified hardware.

Optimize designs for manufacturability, cost, and reliability, ensuring seamless integration into the overall system architecture.

Engage with vendors to ensure high-quality delivery and integration of electrical components.

Basic Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field.

Proficiency with ECAD software (e.g., Mentor Graphics, Altium Designer).

Experience with PCB design, layout, and troubleshooting.

Minimum of 1+ years of experience in electrical design, analysis, testing, and/or manufacturing.

Strong understanding of signal integrity, power integrity, and thermal management principles

Preferred Qualifications:

Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related technical discipline.

3+ years of professional experience in electrical design and analysis, particularly in aerospace, space, or data processing industries.

Expertise in high-speed digital, RF, and power electronics.

Proficiency in programming languages (e.g., Python, C/C++) for automation and data analysis.

Experience with PCB design for space applications and radiation-hardened electronics.

Strong organizational, written, and oral communication skills.

Compensation and Benefits: Lumen Orbit offers a competitive salary and benefits package, including:

Electrical Engineer/Level I: $100,000 - $120,000 per year

Electrical Engineer/Level II: $115,000 - $150,000 per year

Potential for stock options, discretionary bonuses, and other long-term incentives.

Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage.

401(k) retirement plan with company match.

Short and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, and paid parental leave.

Generous paid vacation, holidays, and sick leave.

Additional Requirements:

Willingness to work extended hours and weekends as necessary to support critical project milestones.

Must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, or eligible for authorization under U.S. export regulations.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Lumen Orbit is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected status. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should notify our Human Resources Department.

Join Lumen Orbit and shape the future! Embrace the challenge, push technological boundaries, and contribute to the evolution of data processing in space. Apply today to join our visionary team dedicated to innovation and advancing humanity.

To apply, please email your resume and/or LinkedIn URL to careers@lumenorbit.com. We receive many applications, and so we apologize that we may not be able to respond to every applicant.
Job Title: Software Engineer
Location: Redmond, WA

Company Overview:

Lumen Orbit is building a network of megawatt-scale data centers in space. Falling launch costs allow us to take advantage of the abundant energy, advanced cooling techniques, and high-speed connectivity in space. Join our visionary team, push the boundaries of technology and sustainability, and be part of this pioneering effort to redefine the future of data centers!

Position Overview:

s a Software Engineer at Lumen Orbit, you will play a pivotal role in designing, developing, and deploying software systems that power our space-based data centers. You will own the complete software lifecycle, from development through testing and support, collaborating closely with multidisciplinary teams to deliver groundbreaking solutions.

Key Responsibilities:

Software Development:

Develop highly reliable and available software systems for our low-latency, high-capacity data centers in orbit.

Design and implement fault-tolerant systems that operate at scale with minimal maintenance.

Write high-quality, efficient code for embedded systems and custom hardware, ensuring optimal performance and reliability.

System Integration:

Seamlessly integrate software with hardware components, optimizing for high performance and reliability.

Collaborate with hardware, firmware, and other engineers to refine system performance and troubleshoot issues.

Testing and Validation:

Create and execute comprehensive test plans to validate software functionality in various environments, including simulations and on-orbit testing.

Utilize automated testing and continuous integration tools to maintain code quality and ensure robust software deployment.

Infrastructure and Tools:

Build and maintain robust infrastructure to support rapid development, testing, and deployment of software.

Develop tools for monitoring and analyzing system performance, ensuring continuous improvement and reliability.

Basic Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Math, or a related field, or 2+ years of professional experience in software development.

Proficiency in programming languages such as C, C++, Python, or similar.

Experience with the full software development lifecycle, including design, coding, testing, and deployment.

Preferred Qualifications:

Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical discipline.

3+ years of professional experience in software development, particularly in aerospace, space, or data processing industries.

Expertise in networking protocols (UDP, TCP/IP) and high-performance systems.

Strong skills in debugging, performance optimization, and unit testing.

Excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively in a dynamic, cross-functional environment.

Compensation and Benefits:

Lumen Orbit offers a competitive salary and benefits package, including:

Software Engineer/Level I: $120,000 - $145,000 per year

Software Engineer/Level II: $140,000 - $170,000 per year

Potential for stock options, discretionary bonuses, and other long-term incentives.

Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage.

401(k) retirement plan with company match.

Short and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, and paid parental leave.

Generous paid vacation, holidays, and sick leave

Additional Requirements:

Willingness to work extended hours and weekends as necessary to support critical project milestones.

Must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, or eligible for authorization under U.S. export regulations.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Lumen Orbit is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected status. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should notify our Human Resources Department.

Join Lumen Orbit and shape the future! Embrace the challenge, push technological boundaries, and contribute to the evolution of data processing in space. Apply today to join our visionary team dedicated to innovation and advancing humanity.

To apply, please email your resume and/or LinkedIn URL to careers@lumenorbit.com. We receive many applications, and so we apologize that we may not be able to respond to every applicant.
Job Title: Manufacturing Engineer
Location: Redmond, WA

Company Overview:

Lumen Orbit is building a network of megawatt-scale data centers in space. Falling launch costs allow us to take advantage of the abundant energy, advanced cooling techniques, and high-speed connectivity in space. Join our visionary team, push the boundaries of technology and sustainability, and be part of this pioneering effort to redefine the future of data centers!

Position Overview:

As a Manufacturing Engineer at Lumen Orbit, you will be pivotal in designing, developing, and optimizing the manufacturing processes required to build our current and future space-based data centers, from subsystems to AIT. You will oversee the lifecycle of manufacturing components, ensuring high-quality production and rapid, seamless integration onto the spacecraft, collaborating closely with the design team.

Key Responsibilities:

Process Ownership:

Own and manage manufacturing processes and products for in-house production.

Drive processes for volume production, including execution, nonconforming product management, configuration management, traceability tracking, and process control.

New Product Introduction:

Lead the introduction of new product assemblies, working closely with design engineers and process specialists.

Develop and maintain comprehensive work instructions, process documentation, and training materials.

Quality and Optimization:

Monitor schedules, work-in-progress levels, and defect rates of owned products.

Identify trends and opportunities for optimizing product output, enhancing quality, and reducing manufacturing costs.

Implement corrective actions and drive process improvements on owned processes and products.

Cross-functional Collaboration:

Work with the Design Engineering team to identify and escalate manufacturing challenges early in product development.

Collaborate with Operations, Supply Chain, and Engineering to optimize manufacturing yields for production ramp.

Conduct regular build quality reviews to ensure design intent is achieved and identify opportunities for risk reduction and process improvements.

Basic Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Manufacturing, Mechanical, Aerospace, Industrial, Electrical) or a related discipline.

1+ years of professional experience in manufacturing processes in an aerospace or relevant environment

Preferred Qualifications:

Master’s degree in Engineering (Manufacturing, Mechanical, Aerospace, Industrial, Electrical) or a related discipline.

3+ years of experience in manufacturing or engineering

Hands-on experience with SMT processing and related manufacturing processes.

Knowledge of statistical techniques and methods such as DOE and IPC manufacturing standards.

Proficiency with SQL, Python, and Six Sigma methodologies.

Strong skills in failure analysis, including tools and methods such as X-ray, cross-section, and polishing.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Demonstrated ability to analyze data and drive systemic improvements.

Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.

Compensation and Benefits: Lumen Orbit offers a competitive salary and benefits package, including:

Manufacturing Engineer/Level I: $100,000 - $120,000 per year

Manufacturing Engineer/Level II: $115,000 - $135,000 per year

Potential for stock options, discretionary bonuses, and other long-term incentives.

Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage.

401(k) retirement plan with company match.

Short and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, and paid parental leave.

Generous paid vacation, holidays, and sick leave.

Additional Requirements:

Willingness to work extended hours and weekends as necessary to support critical project milestones.

Must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, or eligible for authorization under U.S. export regulations.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Lumen Orbit is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected status. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should notify our Human Resources Department.

Join Lumen Orbit and shape the future! Embrace the challenge, push technological boundaries, and contribute to the evolution of data processing in space. Apply today to join our visionary team dedicated to innovation and advancing humanity.

To apply, please email your resume and/or LinkedIn URL to careers@lumenorbit.com. We receive many applications, and so we apologize that we may not be able to respond to every applicant.
Job Title: Mechanisms Engineer
Location: Redmond, WA

Company Overview:

Lumen Orbit is building a network of megawatt-scale data centers in space. Falling launch costs allow us to take advantage of the abundant energy, advanced cooling techniques, and high-speed connectivity in space. Join our visionary team, push the boundaries of technology and sustainability, and be part of this pioneering effort to redefine the future of data centers!

Position Overview:

As a Mechanisms Engineer at Lumen Orbit, you will play a pivotal role in designing and developing spacecraft mechanisms for our space-based data centers, in particular the deployable solar panels and deployable radiators which make our mission possible. This hands-on role demands a dynamic and innovative individual with extensive skills in mechanical analysis and design. You will be responsible for identifying requirements, conducting mechanical analysis, and building multiple design iterations to develop innovative, reliable, and cost-effective solutions.

Key Responsibilities:

Design and Development:

Identify and analyze requirements, conduct trade studies on mechanism design options, and apply First Principles Engineering Analysis to optimize mechanisms and systems for satellites.

Create and iterate detailed CAD models, including mechanism architecture, material/lubrication selections, assembly processes, and test methods.

Conduct classical and FEA analysis for all load conditions (static, dynamic, thermal, fatigue) to ensure adequate margins and reliability.

Testing and Validation:

Develop and execute comprehensive test plans throughout development, incorporating variable isolation DOE and statistical analysis for long-term reliability assessments.

Define qualification plans and identify acceptance testing methods for volume production.

Produce complete design packages, including detailed drawings, analysis reports, BOMs, and assembly documentation.

Optimization and Cost Management:

Facilitate cost trades on multiple parallel configurations to balance cost, manufacturability, and design risk.

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration.

Basic Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field.

2+ years of experience in an aerospace, defense, or automotive design/manufacturing environment in a hands-on engineering role.

Experience designing and qualifying mechanisms driven by stepper or BLDC motors, springs, and HDRMs.

Proficient in developing design models and drawings for production and analysis using CAD software.

Experience with Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) tools for configuration management.

Preferred Qualifications:

Master’s or PhD degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related technical discipline.

Experience working with interdisciplinary teams to execute product design from concept to production.

Project management experience for technical projects.

Expertise in materials selection for space applications.

Experience working with very large lightweight deployable structures

Proficiency using Solidworks and Ansys for CAD and analysis.

Compensation and Benefits:

Lumen Orbit offers a competitive salary and benefits package, including:

Mechanisms Engineer/Level I: $114,300 - $150,000 per year

Mechanisms Engineer/Level II: $150,000 - $213,600 per year

Potential for stock options, discretionary bonuses, and other long-term incentives.

Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage.

401(k) retirement plan with company match.

Short and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, and paid parental leave.

Generous paid vacation, holidays, and sick leave.

Additional Requirements:

Willingness to work extended hours and weekends as necessary to support critical project milestones.

Must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, or eligible for authorization under U.S. export regulations.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Lumen Orbit is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected status. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should notify our Human Resources Department.

Join Lumen Orbit and shape the future!

Embrace the challenge, push technological boundaries, and contribute to the evolution of data processing in space. Apply today to join our visionary team dedicated to innovation and advancing humanity.

To apply, please email your resume and LinkedIn URL to careers@lumenorbit.com. We receive many applications, and so we apologize that we may not be able to respond to every applicant.
Job Title: Thermal Engineer
Location: Redmond, WA

Company Overview:

Lumen Orbit is building a network of megawatt-scale data centers in space. Falling launch costs allow us to take advantage of the abundant energy, advanced cooling techniques, and high-speed connectivity in space. Join our visionary team, push the boundaries of technology and sustainability, and be part of this pioneering effort to redefine the future of data centers!

Position Overview:

As a Thermal Engineer at Lumen Orbit, you will be instrumental in designing and developing advanced thermal control systems for our space-based data centers. This hands-on role requires a highly innovative and dynamic individual with extensive experience in thermal analysis and design. You will conduct detailed thermal analyses, drive design optimizations, and lead testing and validation efforts to ensure system reliability and performance.

Key Responsibilities:

Design and Development:

Conduct preliminary and detailed thermal analysis on spacecraft and subsystems for operational conditions in orbit. These subsystems include heat exchangers, coolant loops, pumps, and very large lightweight deployable radiators, working closely with the mechanical and mechanisms teams.

Design, analyze, and optimize these thermal control systems, balancing performance, mass, cost, and reliability.

Testing and Validation:

Conduct rapid prototyping and testing of engineering models for iterative design feedback.

Define, lead, and execute thermal cycling and thermal vacuum tests for development and qualification at subsystem and spacecraft levels.

Develop and execute reliability plans to demonstrate the longevity of active components.

System Integration and Support:

Provide thermal analysis and recommendations during architectural trades, supporting system architects and subsystem leads.

Document trade-offs and design evolution, presenting results in design reviews.

Strategize component sourcing and select appropriate test equipment (e.g., TVAC chambers, sensors, data logging).

Basic Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline, or equivalent experience.

5+ years of experience with active thermal control, ideally in the space domain, delivering solutions optimized for mass, cost, reliability, performance, and manufacturability.

3+ years of experience with test planning, setup, results correlation, and system verification for production.

3+ years of experience in developing and/or selecting active thermal control hardware (e.g., pumps, deployable radiators, accumulators, heat transfer fluids).

Preferred Qualifications:

Advanced degree (Master’s or PhD) in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.

Proven track record in spacecraft thermal design, delivering optimized solutions for mass, cost, reliability, performance, and manufacturability.

Experience developing hardware and spacecraft that have successfully operated in space.

Proficiency with Ansys

Advanced CAD skills (SolidWorks).

Experience interpreting and correlating data from on-orbit telemetry.

Compensation and Benefits:

Lumen Orbit offers a competitive salary and benefits package, including:

Thermal Engineer/Level I: $128,600 - $160,000 per year

Thermal Engineer/Level II: $160,000 - $213,600 per year

Potential for stock options, discretionary bonuses, and other long-term incentives.

Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage.

401(k) retirement plan with company match.

Short and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, and paid parental leave.

Generous paid vacation, holidays, and sick leave.

Additional Requirements:

Willingness to work extended hours and weekends as necessary to support critical project milestones.

Must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, or eligible for authorization under U.S. export regulations.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Lumen Orbit is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected status. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should notify our Human Resources Department.

Join Lumen Orbit and shape the future!

Embrace the challenge, push technological boundaries, and contribute to the evolution of data processing in space. Apply today to join our visionary team dedicated to innovation and advancing humanity.

To apply, please email your resume and LinkedIn URL to careers@lumenorbit.com. We receive many applications, and so we apologize that we may not be able to respond to every applicant.
Job Title: GNC Engineer
Location: Redmond, WA

Company Overview:

Lumen Orbit is building a network of megawatt-scale data centers in space. Falling launch costs allow us to take advantage of the abundant energy, advanced cooling techniques, and high-speed connectivity in space. Join our visionary team, push the boundaries of technology and sustainability, and be part of this pioneering effort to redefine the future of data centers!

Position Overview:

As a GNC (Guidance, Navigation, and Control) Engineer at Lumen Orbit, you will own the ADCS of our in-orbit data centers. You will be instrumental in developing algorithms, simulations, and tools, demanding an innovative and highly skilled individual with a strong foundation in orbital mechanics, control theory, state estimation, and software development. You will be responsible for selecting ADCS architectures, creating and maintaining production code, performing detailed performance analysis, and supporting on-call operations to ensure our satellite network operates at peak efficiency.

Key Responsibilities:

Algorithm and Software Development:

Develop and implement high-reliability and high-performance GNC algorithms, simulations, tools, and dashboards using C++ or Python.

Participate in architecture, design, and code reviews to ensure high-quality software solutions.

Conduct comprehensive data analysis to review performance metrics from various elements of the satellite constellation and network.

Produce detailed technical documentation for programs, algorithms, and analytical methods.

System Integration and Support:

Support on-call operations rotation, commanding satellites, and reviewing network data to maintain optimal network performance.

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance GNC system performance and ensure seamless integration.

Optimization and Analysis:

Perform constellation design and optimization, fleet management, satellite orbit transfer automation, and collision avoidance.

Conduct constellation-level and network-level analysis of both existing and proposed satellite systems.

Basic Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Aerospace Engineering, Physics, or a related engineering discipline.

Experience in developing, debugging, and deploying software for spacecraft GNC

Deep understanding of orbital mechanics, including low thrust trajectory optimization and stationkeeping.

Proficiency in software development with C++ or Python.

Preferred Qualifications:

Master’s degree or PhD in an engineering discipline or Physics

Proven experience in verifying GNC algorithm performance through simulation and validating simulation models.

Expertise in state estimation, particularly in attitude determination, orbit determination, GNSS, and radio navigation.

Familiarity with numerical probability of collision methods such as Alfano, Foster, and Hall.

Comprehensive knowledge of spacecraft flight disciplines, including structures, propulsion, avionics, GNC, flight software, dynamics, launch and mission operations, and integration.

Exceptional problem-solving abilities, analytical skills, and engineering fundamentals.

Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, startup environment.

Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Compensation and Benefits:

Lumen Orbit offers a competitive salary and benefits package, including:

GNC Engineer/Level I: $120,000 - $145,000 per year

GNC Engineer/Level II: $140,000 - $170,000 per year

Potential for stock options, discretionary bonuses, and other long-term incentives.

Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage.

401(k) retirement plan with company match.

Short and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, and paid parental leave.

Generous paid vacation, holidays, and sick leave.

Additional Requirements:

Willingness to work extended hours and weekends as necessary to support critical project milestones.

Must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, or eligible for authorization under U.S. export regulations.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Lumen Orbit is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected status. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should notify our Human Resources Department.

Join Lumen Orbit and shape the future!

Embrace the challenge, push technological boundaries, and contribute to the evolution of data processing in space. Apply today to join our visionary team dedicated to innovation and advancing humanity.

To apply, please email your resume and/or LinkedIn URL to careers@lumenorbit.com. We receive many applications, and so we apologize that we may not be able to respond to every applicant.
Job Title: Network Operations Engineer
Location: Redmond, WA

Company Overview:
Lumen Orbit is building a network of megawatt-scale data centers in space. Falling launch costs allow us to take advantage of the abundant energy, advanced cooling techniques, and high-speed connectivity in space. Join our visionary team, push the boundaries of technology and sustainability, and be part of this pioneering effort to redefine the future of data centers!

Position Overview:
As an Orbital Operations Engineer at Lumen Orbit, you will play a pivotal role in managing and optimizing our satellite network. This dynamic position requires a proactive and detail-oriented individual to monitor, troubleshoot, and enhance the performance of our space-based data processing centers. You will lead efforts in network health monitoring, issue resolution, and system improvements, ensuring our satellite network operates at peak performance.

Key Responsibilities:
Network Monitoring and Management:
Lead a team of technicians to monitor overall network health, ensuring rapid identification and resolution of network issues.
Utilize quantitative and qualitative methods to understand root causes of new and trending issues.
Develop triage methods and troubleshooting playbooks to deliver quicker response times and resolution speeds.
Operational Excellence:
Ensure established processes are followed for appropriate response to network issues.
Collaborate with internal automation and tooling development teams to enhance Network Operations Center performance and productivity.
Develop and implement training programs and coaching tools to ensure technicians are knowledgeable, nimble, technically capable, and excellent communicators.
Team Leadership:
Assess employee performance, manage work quality, provide feedback, and facilitate conflict resolution.
Lead by example, motivate your team to achieve the highest level of results, and foster a culture of operational rigor where network health is a priority.
Manage scheduling, time off, and time cards to ensure 24/7 coverage for the Network Operations Center.

Basic Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree and 2+ years of leadership experience in one or more of the following areas; OR high school diploma or equivalency certification and 5+ years of leadership experience in one or more of the following:
Customer Operations
Network Operations Center (NOC)
Security Operations Center (SOC)
Managed Service Provider (MSP)
Network Engineering

Preferred Qualifications:
Experience managing a team as either a front-line supervisor, shift lead, or team lead.
Bachelor’s degree in Network Engineering, Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Engineering, or a similar technical discipline.
Completion of leadership and rotational development and/or IT service management incident management programs.
Experience in training, learning and development, analytics, vendor management, or content management roles.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Strong project management and organizational skills.
Experience in mission-critical operations requiring outstanding attention to detail.
Technical aptitude with experience in networking, hardware troubleshooting, software development, etc.
Proficiency with reporting tools (Advanced Excel, SQL, dashboarding/reporting/visualization platforms).
Active associate-level certifications (Cisco, Juniper, CompTIA, or other industry certifications).

Compensation and Benefits:
Lumen Orbit offers a competitive salary and benefits package, including:
Orbital Operations Engineer/Level I: $120,000 - $145,000 per year
Orbital Operations Engineer/Level II: $140,000 - $170,000 per year
Potential for stock options, discretionary bonuses, and other long-term incentives.
Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage.
401(k) retirement plan with company match.
Short and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, and paid parental leave.
Generous paid vacation, holidays, and sick leave.

Additional Requirements:
Willingness to work extended hours and weekends as necessary to support critical project milestones.
Must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, or eligible for authorization under U.S. export regulations.

Equal Opportunity Employer:
Lumen Orbit is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected status. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should notify our Human Resources Department.

Join Lumen Orbit and shape the future!
Embrace the challenge, push technological boundaries, and contribute to the evolution of data processing in space. Apply today to join our visionary team dedicated to innovation and advancing humanity.

To apply, please email your resume and/or LinkedIn URL to careers@lumenorbit.com. We receive many applications, and so we apologize that we may not be able to respond to every applicant.
Job Title: Senior Mechanical Engineer - Solar
Location: Redmond, WA

Company Overview:
Lumen Orbit is building a network of megawatt-scale data centers in space. Falling launch costs allow us to take advantage of the abundant energy, advanced cooling techniques, and high-speed connectivity in space. Join our visionary team, push the boundaries of technology and sustainability, and be part of this pioneering effort to redefine the future of data centers!

Position Overview:
As a Senior Mechanical Engineer - Solar at Lumen Orbit, you will lead the design and development of the highest power, lowest cost per watt, and lowest mass solar modules flown in space. This role requires an innovative and dynamic individual with extensive expertise in materials selection and solar cell packaging. You will oversee the design definition, analysis, and testing methodologies to ensure the solar module meets the end-of-life power requirements for our satellite constellation, working closely with mechanisms engineers.

Key Responsibilities:
Design and Development:
Identify and analyze requirements to support trade studies and solar module interfaces with the solar array assembly.
Select and enhance solar modules, focusing on test reliability and material selection to optimize degradation factors and manufacturability.
Create, iterate, and own detailed CAD models of solar module design options, including drawings, process requirements, models, and identification of critical characteristics.
Conduct classical and FEA analysis to ensure compliance with all load conditions (static, dynamic, thermal, fatigue).
Testing and Validation:
Build development sample solar modules as pathfinders for process and design improvements.
Develop comprehensive test plans throughout development, incorporating variable isolation DOE and statistical analysis for long-term reliability assessments.
Define qualification plans and identify acceptance testing methods for volume production.
Optimization and Documentation:
Facilitate cost trades on multiple configurations to balance cost, manufacturability, and design uncertainty.
Produce complete design packages, including detailed drawings, analysis reports, BOMs, assembly documentation, and test reports.

Basic Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science, or a related field.
Minimum of 5 years of experience as a mechanical engineer.
At least 2 years of experience working with solar modules, solar cells, or solar arrays.
Proficiency with CAD (Computer-Aided Design) and PLM (Product Lifecycle Management) systems.
Proven experience developing functional specifications, design verification plans, and functional test procedures.

Preferred Qualifications:
Master’s or PhD degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, Electrical, Materials Science, or a related field.
Experience working with interdisciplinary teams to execute product design from concept to production.
Project management experience for technical projects.
Proficiency in Python or other programming languages.
Design experience with solar arrays for space applications.
Knowledge of hardware design considerations for space environmental factors.
Expertise using Solidworks for CAD and Ansys for Analysis
Strong problem-solving skills for complex issues.

Compensation and Benefits:
Lumen Orbit offers a competitive salary and benefits package, including:
Senior Mechanical Engineer/Level I: $114,300 - $150,000 per year
Senior Mechanical Engineer/Level II: $150,000 - $213,600 per year
Potential for stock options, discretionary bonuses, and other long-term incentives.
Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage.
401(k) retirement plan with company match.
Short and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, and paid parental leave.
Generous paid vacation, holidays, and sick leave.

Additional Requirements:
Willingness to work extended hours and weekends as necessary to support critical project milestones.
Must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, or eligible for authorization under U.S. export regulations.

Equal Opportunity Employer:
Lumen Orbit is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected status. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should notify our Human Resources Department.

Join Lumen Orbit and shape the future!
Embrace the challenge, push technological boundaries, and contribute to the evolution of data processing in space. Apply today to join our visionary team dedicated to innovation and advancing humanity.

To apply, please email your resume and/or LinkedIn URL to careers@lumenorbit.com. We receive many applications, and so we apologize that we may not be able to respond to every applicant.
Job Title: Power Electronics Engineer
Location: Redmond, WA

Company Overview:
Lumen Orbit is building a network of megawatt-scale data centers in space. Falling launch costs allow us to take advantage of the abundant energy, advanced cooling techniques, and high-speed connectivity in space. Join our visionary team, push the boundaries of technology and sustainability, and be part of this pioneering effort to redefine the future of data centers!

Position Overview:
As a Power Electronics Engineer at Lumen Orbit, you will play a critical role in designing and optimizing advanced power electronics systems for our space-based data centers. This dynamic and challenging position demands a highly skilled and innovative individual with deep expertise in power generation and converter development. You will work on a wide range of applications, from low voltage to high kV, powering a range of distinct systems.

Key Responsibilities:
Design and Development:
Lead the design, analysis, and testing of DC-DC power converters tailored for harsh space environments.
Conduct electrical power system and sub-system level design trades and develop comprehensive requirements.
Define and perform rigorous electrical power system verification testing and analysis.
Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams of design, test, and production engineers to create groundbreaking power electronics hardware.
Optimization and Analysis:
Develop and optimize designs for power conversion systems, ensuring peak efficiency, reliability, and cost-effectiveness.
Address and resolve EMI/EMC challenges in power adaptors to ensure compliance with stringent regulatory standards.
Perform advanced modeling, simulation, and testing of power electronics to validate and refine designs.
System Integration and Support:
Lead schematic capture and PCB layout design, ensuring robustness, manufacturability, and compliance with design specifications.
Oversee board bring-up, execute comprehensive test campaigns, and propose effective solutions to design challenges.
Develop efficiency, mass, and cost models for power electronics designs, exploring and implementing various topologies to enhance performance.

Basic Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Physics, or a related STEM discipline.
Minimum of 1 year of professional experience in power converter development.

Preferred Qualifications:
Master’s or PhD degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field.
Strong expertise in analog control and discrete logic design.
Extensive experience in modeling, simulation, and testing of power electronics.
Proficient in voltage and current mode control and compensation design.
Strong understanding of DC-DC topologies, with the ability to select optimal architectures and components.
Familiarity with failure mode effects and criticality analysis.
Experience designing wire wound and planar inductors and transformers.
Proficiency in power supply testing and packaging for harsh environments.
Familiarity with spacecraft electrical power systems and knowledge of radiation effects.
Experience designing and working with solar arrays as input power sources.
Knowledge of lithium-ion battery handling, safety, and usage.

Compensation and Benefits:
Lumen Orbit offers a competitive salary and benefits package, including:
Power Electronics Engineer/Level I: $100,000 - $120,000 per year
Power Electronics Engineer/Level II: $115,000 - $150,000 per year
Potential for stock options, discretionary bonuses, and other long-term incentives.
Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage.
401(k) retirement plan with company match.
Short and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, and paid parental leave.
Generous paid vacation, holidays, and sick leave.

Additional Requirements:
Willingness to work extended hours and weekends as necessary to support critical project milestones.
Must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, or eligible for authorization under U.S. export regulations.

Equal Opportunity Employer:
Lumen Orbit is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected status. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should notify our Human Resources Department.

Join Lumen Orbit and shape the future!
Embrace the challenge, push technological boundaries, and contribute to the evolution of data processing in space. Apply today to join our visionary team dedicated to innovation and advancing humanity.

To apply, please email your resume and/or LinkedIn URL to careers@lumenorbit.com. We receive many applications, and so we apologize that we may not be able to respond to every applicant.
Job Title: Mechanical Engineer
Location: Redmond, WA

Company Overview:
Lumen Orbit is building a network of megawatt-scale data centers in space. Falling launch costs allow us to take advantage of the abundant energy, advanced cooling techniques, and high-speed connectivity in space. Join our visionary team, push the boundaries of technology and sustainability, and be part of this pioneering effort to redefine the future of data centers!

Position Overview:
As a Mechanical Engineer at Lumen Orbit, you will be at the heart of designing, developing, and testing cutting-edge hardware for our space-based data centers. You will own the full lifecycle of mechanical systems, from concept to orbital operation, working closely with senior leadership and multidisciplinary teams to deliver groundbreaking solutions.

Key Responsibilities:
Design and Development:
Spearhead the development of primary and secondary structures for our spacecraft, from concept design to production.
Create and manage detailed CAD models from component to spacecraft level.
Perform structural and thermal analysis using FEA and classical methods to ensure our hardware performs during launch and in-orbit operations.
Project Management:
Own the lifecycle of mechanical components, driving projects from initial concept through to manufacturing, testing, and deployment.
Collaborate on system-level requirements and design criteria to develop holistic DFM strategies that optimize for manufacturability, cost, and reliability.
Ensure timely project delivery with high standards of quality and performance through pragmatic project management.
Testing and Validation:
Design and execute comprehensive test plans to validate designs under extreme conditions.
Perform rigorous environmental and performance testing to demonstrate compliance with requirements.
Production and Integration:
Partner with supply chain and manufacturing teams to establish efficient, space-qualified production processes.
Optimize designs for ease of integration and production.
Collaborate with vendors to ensure the flawless delivery and integration of mechanical components.

Basic Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
Proficiency with advanced CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks, NX).
Experience with FEA software for high-fidelity structural analysis.
Minimum of 1+ years of hands-on experience in mechanical design, analysis, testing, and/or manufacturing.
Strong understanding and application of GD&T principles.

Preferred Qualifications:
Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related technical discipline.
3+ years of professional experience in mechanical design and analysis in the space sector
Expertise in materials selection, advanced manufacturing methods, and surface treatments for space applications.
Proficiency in programming languages (e.g., Python, MATLAB) for automation and data analysis.
Experience with PCB design and PCBA mechanical integration.
Strong organizational, written, and oral communication skills.

Compensation and Benefits:
Lumen Orbit offers an attractive salary and benefits package, including:
Mechanical Engineer/Level I: $100,000 - $115,000 per year
Mechanical Engineer/Level II: $110,000 - $130,000 per year
Potential for stock options, discretionary bonuses, and other long-term incentives.
Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage.
401(k) retirement plan with company match.
Short and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, and paid parental leave.
Generous paid vacation, holidays, and sick leave.

Additional Requirements:
Willingness to work extended hours and weekends as necessary to support critical project milestones.
Must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, or eligible for authorization under U.S. export regulations.

Equal Opportunity Employer:
Lumen Orbit is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected status. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should notify our Human Resources Department.

Join Lumen Orbit and shape the future!
Embrace the challenge, push technological boundaries, and contribute to the evolution of data processing in space. Apply today to join our visionary team dedicated to innovation and advancing humanity.

To apply, please email your resume and/or LinkedIn URL to careers@lumenorbit.com. We receive many applications, and so we apologize that we may not be able to respond to every applicant.