Site Engineer

Northwood Space
Los Angeles
Workplace: OnsiteFull timeUSD 95,000 - 105,000 annuallyFunction: Administration & Executive AssistanceEducation: bachelorsSkills: ["Problem-solving","Fast learner","Communication","Deadline management","Schedule management"]

Build and deploy a worldwide network of phased array ground stations by leading hardware development, site selection, and construction—from initial planning through live satellite link. Design and test electrical/mechanical ground support equipment, engineer site architecture and processes to improve speed and cost, and oversee live operations to troubleshoot and maintain peak performance. Coordinate with domestic and international partners and contractors to deliver sites.

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Northwood Space
Northwood Space
9 months ago

Site Engineer

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Job Summary

Build and deploy a worldwide network of phased array ground stations by leading hardware development, site selection, and construction—from initial planning through live satellite link. Design and test electrical/mechanical ground support equipment, engineer site architecture and processes to improve speed and cost, and oversee live operations to troubleshoot and maintain peak performance. Coordinate with domestic and international partners and contractors to deliver sites.
Location: Los Angeles
Workplace: Onsite
Employment Type: Full time
Job Function: Administration & Executive Assistance
Seniority: Entry level

Key Responsibilities

  • •Deploy antennas, power systems, racks, and infrastructure across Northwood sites globally, leading from the front while traveling to sites.
  • •Lead design, production, and test campaigns for new electrical and mechanical ground support equipment.
  • •Design site architecture, hardware, and deployment processes to optimize speed and cost.
  • •Oversee live operations, monitor system performance, and troubleshoot issues to keep stations running at peak performance.
  • •Coordinate with domestic and international partners, contractors, and network providers to deliver sites.
Travel: Medium travel

Pay and Benefits

Salary: USD 95,000 - 105,000 annually
Equity and Bonus:Equity
Perks:Health InsurancePaid LeaveRetirement Savings

Key Requirements

  • •Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, civil, electrical, or related engineering discipline.
  • •Relevant work experience, internships, or clubs/competitions.
  • •Ability to work across multiple engineering disciplines and diverse teams.
  • •Hands-on field experience using basic tools.
  • •Proficiency in CAD for mechanical modeling and drawing creation.
Education:Bachelor's in mechanical, civil, electrical, or related engineering discipline
Skills:Problem-solvingFast learnerCommunicationDeadline managementSchedule management
Tech Stack:CAD

Eligibility

Nationality:US National

Company Brief

Northwood Space
Builds modern, scalable ground infrastructure and phased-array antenna systems to improve satellite-to-Earth communications, providing rapidly deployable ground stations and networking for commercial and government space missions.
Industry: Space Technology
Company Size: Medium (51 to 250 employees)
Growth: Growth Stage Startup
Funding: Series B
Headquarters: Los Angeles, United States
Founded: 2023
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