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About Us
Array Labs builds advanced radar systems to help humanity understand and respond to changes across the physical world.
We're launching a coordinated fleet of radar satellites to create a high-resolution 3D map of the Earth, updated in real time, enabling faster, smarter decision-making for government and commercial organizations supporting disaster response, infrastructure resilience, and mission-critical geopolitical intelligence.
We design and build our satellites end-to-end, producing the world's most advanced earth observation satellites. Our fleet will deliver unprecedented levels of accuracy, coverage, and responsiveness to power critical insights precisely where they're needed most.
Responsibilities
- Responsible for building and implementing automation solutions for spacecraft and ground station for operating swarms of coordinated imaging satellites
- Implement controllers developed by GNC engineers to plan and execute satellite maneuvers, including orbit corrections and station-keeping, to optimize satellite positions and performance.
Basic Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering, computer science or a related field, with 3+ years of experience
- At least two of the preferred skill and experiences listed
- Experience developing autonomous systems and integrating them into larger operational frameworks.
- Understanding of how to create, configure, and manage Docker containers
- Experience with continuous integration systems and automated test execution pipelines (Gitlab preferred).
- Strong programming skills in languages such as Python, C++, or Rust.
- Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, Azure) and containerization technologies (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes).
- Familiarity with database systems and CRUD operations in database management, preferably PostgreSQL and TimescaleDB
- Familiarity with RESTful API design and implementation
- Experience with physics-based software packages and/or model-based digital engineering tools
Preferred Skills & Experience
- Knowledge of precision orbit determination methods
- Familiarity with FreeFlyer, STK GMAT, and/or custom-developed equivalent
- Familiarity with satellite dynamics, including orbit determination, attitude control systems, and station-keeping maneuvers.
- Experience with flight software and embedded systems
- Experience setting up automated hardware in the loop (HIL) test benches
- Familiarity with satellite mission operations and/or Ground Station as a Service providers
- Experience with geospatial, remote sensing, 3D data, and/or digital signal processing techniques (e.g. SAR and optical satellite imagery, LiDAR point clouds).
Compensation & Benefits
Our hiring and compensation strategy is simple: We offer competitive salaries and meaningful equity. We want everyone here to have real ownership in what we're building.
Full-time employees also enjoy a comprehensive benefits package including the following:
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance (including a fully employer-paid medical plan)
- Paid parental leave (12 weeks / 6 weeks)
- 19 paid vacation days, 10 sick days, 11 company holidays
- 401(k) with employer match (100% match up to 3%, 50% match up to 5%)
- Commuter expenses (parking & transit)
Perks & Lifestyle
- Daily lunch stipend; Audible subscription; Claude Pro access; relocation support
- Hybrid work options & flexibility
We reserve the right to modify base pay and other compensation components. More details about our benefits are available to candidates during the hiring process.
We will conduct interviews via Google Meet, with the potential for an onsite visit to our office in Redwood City, CA. The typical interview process takes around 3 to 5 weeks.
Why Join Array
At Array Labs, deep technical expertise meets relentless impact. We prioritize curiosity over hierarchy and bold ideas over incremental gains. Our world-class team across hardware engineering, software, and aerospace works collaboratively to push boundaries.
Join industry-leading experts to build the future of radar and deliver unprecedented insights into the physical world.
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.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Array Labs is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made on the basis of merit, competence, and job qualifications without regard to gender, color, race, ethnicity, national origin, sexual orientation, religion, age, gender identity, veteran status, disability status, marital status, or any other legally protected status.
If you require a reasonable accommodation during the application or interview process, please contact us at accessibility@arraylabs.io.
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