El Segundo, California, United States · On-site
$120k–$170k/yr
About Varda Low Earth orbit is open for business. Varda is accelerating the development of commercial space infrastructure, from in-orbit pharmaceutical processing to reliable and economical reentry capsules. Varda’s W-S…
Skills: Spacecraft Operations, Python, JavaScript, HTML, Avionics
El Segundo, California, United States · On-site
$169k–$216k/yr
About Varda Low Earth orbit is open for business. Varda is accelerating the development of commercial space infrastructure, from in-orbit pharmaceutical processing to reliable and economical reentry capsules. Varda’s W-S…
Skills: C++, Embedded Software, Firmware Development, RTOS, Linux
El Segundo, California, United States · On-site
$169k–$216k/yr
About Varda Low Earth orbit is open for business. Varda is accelerating the development of commercial space infrastructure, from in-orbit pharmaceutical processing to reliable and economical reentry capsules. Varda’s W-S…
Skills: Python, C++, Docker, Kubernetes, CI/CD
El Segundo, California, United States · On-site
$131k–$184k/yr
About Varda Low Earth orbit is open for business. Varda is accelerating the development of commercial space infrastructure, from in-orbit pharmaceutical processing to reliable and economical reentry capsules. Varda’s W-S…
Skills: Python, C++, Docker, Kubernetes, CI/CD
El Segundo, California, United States · On-site
$169k–$216k/yr
About Varda Low Earth orbit is open for business. Varda is accelerating the development of commercial space infrastructure, from in-orbit pharmaceutical processing to reliable and economical reentry capsules. Varda’s W-S…
Skills: Python, C++, CI/CD, Docker, Kubernetes
El Segundo, California, United States · On-site
$169k–$216k/yr
About Varda Low Earth orbit is open for business. Varda is accelerating the development of commercial space infrastructure, from in-orbit pharmaceutical processing to reliable and economical reentry capsules. Varda’s W-S…
Skills: C++, Embedded Software, RTOS, Linux, Safety Critical Software
El Segundo, California, United States · On-site
$131k–$184k/yr
About Varda Low Earth orbit is open for business. Varda is accelerating the development of commercial space infrastructure, from in-orbit pharmaceutical processing to reliable and economical reentry capsules. Varda’s W-S…
Skills: C++, Embedded Software, RTOS, Linux, Software Verification and Validation
El Segundo, California, United States · On-site
$131k–$184k/yr
About Varda Low Earth orbit is open for business. Varda is accelerating the development of commercial space infrastructure, from in-orbit pharmaceutical processing to reliable and economical reentry capsules. Varda’s W-S…
Skills: C++, Embedded Software, RTOS, Linux, Bare Metal
El Segundo, California, United States · On-site
$169k–$216k/yr
About Varda Low Earth orbit is open for business. Varda is accelerating the development of commercial space infrastructure, from in-orbit pharmaceutical processing to reliable and economical reentry capsules. Varda’s W-S…
Skills: C++, Embedded Software, RTOS, Linux, Bare Metal
El Segundo, California, United States · On-site
$29/hr–$47/hr
Harness Technician Senior First Shift – Millennium Space Systems Company: Millennium Space Systems, a part of Boeing Defense, Space and Security (BDS), is a fast, agile small satellite company focused on national securit…
Skills: Wiring Harness Fabrication, Soldering, Crimping, Schematic Reading, Troubleshooting Electronic Components
El Segundo, California, United States · On-site
$29/hr–$47/hr
Harness Technician Senior First Shift – Millennium Space Systems Company: Millennium Space Systems, a part of Boeing Defense, Space and Security (BDS), is a fast, agile small satellite company focused on national securit…
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El Segundo, California, United States · On-site
$90k–$100k/yr
The Aerospace Corporation is the trusted partner to the nation’s space programs, solving the hardest problems and providing unmatched technical expertise. As the operator of a federally funded research and development ce…
Skills: Control Systems Analysis, Simulation, Experimental Investigation, Controller Design, Data Reduction
El Segundo, California, United States · On-site
$180k–$244k/yr
Payload IPT Lead Company: The Boeing Company The Boeing Company is currently seeking a Payload IPT Lead to join the team in El Segundo, CA. The selected candidate will report to the Program Manager and will be responsibl…
Skills: Payload Design, Integration and Test, Resource Planning, Supplier Management, Project Execution
El Segundo, California, United States · On-site
$99k–$198k/yr
Antenna SubSystems Engineer, - Associate, Mid-Career or Senior Company: The Boeing Company Boeing Defense, Space & Security (BDS) seeks an Antenna SubSytems Engineer, Associate, Mid-Career or Senior Level, to join our te…
Skills: Antenna Subsystem Design, RF Systems, Link Analysis, Satellite Communications, Matlab
El Segundo, California, United States · On-site
$180k–$244k/yr
Payload IPT Lead Company: The Boeing Company The Boeing Company is currently seeking a Payload IPT Lead to join the team in El Segundo, CA. The selected candidate will report to the Program Manager and will be responsibl…
Skills: Payload Design, Integration and Test, Resource Planning, Supplier Management, Project Execution
El Segundo, California, United States · On-site
$218k–$295k/yr
MUOS SLE Payload IPT Manager Company: The Boeing Company Boeing is seeking a Payload IPT Senior Manager to lead the Satellite Payload Integrated Product Team supporting the MUOS SLE program within Space Communication Pro…
Skills: Payload Development, Project Management, Program Management, Satellite Integration, Technical Leadership
El Segundo, California, United States · On-site
$218k–$295k/yr
MUOS SLE Payload IPT Manager Company: The Boeing Company Boeing is seeking a Payload IPT Senior Manager to lead the Satellite Payload Integrated Product Team supporting the MUOS SLE program within Space Communication Pro…
Skills: Payload Development, Project Management, Program Management, Technical Leadership, Risk Mitigation
El Segundo, California, United States · On-site
$101k–$137k/yr
Senior Integrated Product Team Lead, Space Electronics Programs Company: The Boeing Company Boeing Defense, Space and Security (BDS) has an exciting opportunity for a Mid-Level Integrated Product Team Lead (Level 3) to j…
Skills: Integrated Scheduling, Data Analysis, Reporting, Planning & Scheduling Processes, Cost Analysis
El Segundo, California, United States · On-site
$30/hr–$40/hr
About Varda Low Earth orbit is open for business. Varda is accelerating the development of commercial space infrastructure, from in-orbit pharmaceutical processing to reliable and economical reentry capsules. Varda’s W-S…
Skills: Production Coordination, Schedule Management, Cross-functional Communication, Hardware Tracking, Risk Identification
El Segundo, California, United States · On-site
$155k–$175k/yr
About Varda Low Earth orbit is open for business. Varda is accelerating the development of commercial space infrastructure, from in-orbit pharmaceutical processing to reliable and economical reentry capsules. Varda’s W-S…
Skills: Contract Negotiation, FAR Compliance, DFARS Compliance, Export Control Management, ITAR
El Segundo, California, United States • On-site
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Lead and execute on-orbit missions by developing mission profiles and managing the full operational cycle for unique payloads. Collaborate across teams to improve mission success and build web tools to automate operational burdens.
Requires a bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline and at least 2 years of experience in real-time operations for complex systems. Candidates must have over a year of experience in software tool development using Python, JavaScript, or HTML.
Low Earth orbit is open for business. Varda is accelerating the development of commercial space infrastructure, from in-orbit pharmaceutical processing to reliable and economical reentry capsules. Varda’s W-Series vehicles are built, designed, and operated by Varda in-house, including the pharmaceutical processing payloads, the capsules, the C-PICA heat shields, and the satellite buses.
From life-saving pharmaceuticals to more powerful fiber optics, there is a world of products used on Earth today that can only be manufactured in space. Varda is accelerating innovation in the orbital economy by creating both the products and infrastructure needed so space can directly benefit life on Earth. Our mission is to expand the economic bounds of humankind.
Our team is uniquely suited to accomplishing this goal, with leadership and staff comprised of veterans from SpaceX, Blue Origin, major pharmaceutical companies and Silicon Valley. Varda was founded in January 2021 by Will Bruey and Delian Asparouhov with significant backing from world class investors including Khosla Ventures, Lux Capital, Founders Fund, Caffeinated Capital, General Catalyst, and Also Capital.
Varda is headquartered in El Segundo, California, where we have offices and a production facility where our vehicles, equipment, and materials are built, integrated, and tested. Varda also has offices in Washington, DC and Huntsville, AL.
Join Varda, and work to create a bustling in-space ecosystem.
The Mission Operations team are experienced spacecraft operator. They are exceptional communicators, adept leaders, and a jack-of-all trades capable of applying cross-discipline engineering to bespoke solutions. An ideal candidate is someone passionate to work in a startup environment where you will have the opportunity to fully own on-orbit operations, and mold a unique new mission framework for operations in space.
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Varda offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support health, financial well‑being, and a high‑quality workplace experience. Below is an overview of what full‑time employees receive (at this time, interns receive a subset of benefits):
Health & Wellness
Financial & Retirement
Workplace Experience & Perks
Varda, like all employers, must ensure that its employees working in the United States are lawfully authorized to work in the U.S. Additionally, our employees are exposed to and have access to certain export-controlled items. Because our employees are provided access to export-controlled items, our policy is to only hire “U.S. persons” who are permitted to have access to our technology without an export license.
“US person” means: U.S. citizen, U.S. lawful permanent resident, or protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3) (i.e., individual admitted to the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum).
Varda Space Industries, Inc. participates in the U.S. Department of Homeland Security E-Verify program. The E-Verify program is an Internet-based employment eligibility verification system operated by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services. Learn more about the E-Verify program.
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Varda Space Industries is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Candidates and employees are always evaluated based on merit, qualifications, and performance. We will never discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, national origin, ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, martial status, mental or physical disability, or any other legally protected status.
Expanding the economic bounds of humankind.
Varda is building the infrastructure for a thriving orbital economy, from in-orbit pharmaceutical processing to reliable and economical reentry capsules. From new, life-saving pharmaceuticals to more powerful fiber optic cables, there is a world of products used to benefit life on Earth that can only be manufactured in space. Our mission is to expand the economic bounds of humankind.
Offices: 225 S Aviation Blvd, El Segundo, CA 90245, US
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