About the job
Welcome to Planet Labs. We harness the power of space to improve life on Earth.
At Planet Labs, we design, construct, and operate the most extensive collection of imaging satellites ever created. This unique constellation provides an unmatched dataset of empirical information through our innovative cloud-based platform, serving key players in commercial, environmental, and humanitarian sectors. We seamlessly integrate space technology with data analytics.
Our clients worldwide leverage Planet's data to develop cutting-edge technologies, enhance revenue, fuel research, and address some of the planet's most pressing challenges.
Our office is a vibrant hub of experts from diverse fields, as we oversee every aspect of hardware design, manufacturing, data processing, and software engineering.
We emphasize a people-centric culture and are committed to fostering an environment that prioritizes our team members while preparing for growth. Join us at Planet Labs to be part of our mission to transform how people perceive the world.
Planet is a global organization with a distributed workforce, with employees working remotely and from offices located in San Francisco, Washington DC, Germany, Austria, Slovenia, and The Netherlands.
About the Role:
As the Senior NPI Engineering Manager, you will lead the development and execution of our assembly, integration, and testing processes for the next generation of satellites. Utilizing your manufacturing engineering expertise and leadership capabilities, you will establish comprehensive processes and develop detailed procedures and work instructions for assembling and testing subassemblies, modules, and complete spacecraft. You will supervise engineering and technician staff, collaborating closely with design engineers, test engineers, engineering program management, and supply chain teams to ensure successful spacecraft delivery. This role is ideal for candidates who take pleasure in a systematic approach and enjoy mentoring others.
This position is full-time and requires in-office presence at our Berlin office five days a week.
