Full-Time

Head of Mechanical Engineering

Posted on 8/28/2024

Loft Orbital

Loft Orbital

201-500 employees

Provides space infrastructure as a service

Aerospace

Compensation Overview

$165.5k - $224kAnnually

Expert

Golden, CO, USA

Position requires onsite presence in Golden, CO.

Category
Mechanical Maintenance and Reliability Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
Requirements
  • 10+ years as a mechanical engineer in the space industry
  • A pragmatic thinker who can problem solve
  • A passionate, relatable, accountable leader
  • End-to-end satellite program experience (design through to launch of at least one, preferably multiple programs)
  • Spacecraft design, analysis and test experience (both structural and thermal)
  • Has a strong technical engineering background (has done the work before!)
  • A strong background in spacecraft design, analysis, and testing.
Responsibilities
  • Lead and mentor a team, fostering a collaborative and high-performance environment.
  • Accountable for all mechanical and thermal engineering activities
  • Ensure all aspects of design, analysis, manufacturing, and testing are executed to the highest standards.
  • Collaborate with product development and program execution to ensure successful execution of our space programs.
  • Enhance and maintain the supporting processes and infrastructure that contribute to Loft’s success.

Loft Orbital provides space infrastructure as a service, making it easier for clients to access satellite services. They maintain an inventory of satellite buses and conduct quarterly launches, allowing them to deliver missions to space much faster than traditional methods. By managing the complexities of space missions, Loft Orbital allows clients to focus on their objectives without worrying about the technical details. They utilize identical satellite hardware for each mission, which helps reduce risks and maximize reliability. Their payload agnostic technology enables them to support a variety of payloads on a standard satellite bus, catering to diverse client needs. Loft Orbital's business model offers a complete solution for deploying and managing satellite constellations, generating revenue through the services they provide from deployment to operation.

Company Stage

Series B

Total Funding

$152.7M

Headquarters

San Francisco, California

Founded

2016

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

9%

1 year growth

22%

2 year growth

92%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Partnership with Microsoft Azure enhances software deployment and data management in space.
  • Collaboration with SkyServe leverages AI for advanced Earth observation capabilities.
  • BlackRock's $140M investment signals strong confidence in their business model.

What critics are saying

  • Increased competition from companies like Unseenlabs could threaten market share.
  • Pressure from BlackRock investment may lead to strategic shifts misaligned with core competencies.
  • Rapid AI development by competitors like SkyServe could outpace Loft Orbital's innovations.

What makes Loft Orbital unique

  • Loft Orbital offers a turnkey solution for deploying satellite constellations.
  • Their payload agnostic technology allows flexibility in client payloads on standard buses.
  • Scheduled quarterly launches enable rapid deployment compared to traditional methods.

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