Chief of Staff to the CTO at Northwood Space | Torrance, CA

About Northwood Space:At Northwood Space, we are dedicated to establishing a transformative data highway between Earth and space, making the advantages of space accessible to everyone through cutting-edge innovations in space communications technology. If you're passionate about rapid development and wish to see your contributions deployed globally with mean…

Join Sonsoft Inc. as a Big Data Consultant and leverage your expertise to help organizations make data-driven decisions. In this dynamic role, you will be responsible for designing, implementing, and optimizing big data solutions tailored to our clients’ needs.

Divergent is at the forefront of technological innovation, having designed and developed the Divergent Adaptive Production System (DAPS). This cutting-edge factory system leverages machine learning to optimize the engineering, additive manufacturing, and flexible assembly of complex vehicle structures and subsystems. Our products are recognized for their superior performance, cost-effectiveness, rapid customization to meet specific customer needs, expedited market readiness, and scalable solutions for high-volume production. As a distinguished Tier 1 supplier to global automotive OEMs, Divergent is now poised to extend its expertise to the Aerospace and Defense sectors. Join us in this transformative venture where your contributions will significantly influence the future of technology and manufacturing.PurposeWe are looking for a dynamic and experienced Senior Technical Program Manager to lead program and project activities focused on the design, development, qualification, and production support of components for a groundbreaking clean sheet development project.The RoleOversee successful planning, execution, and delivery of intricate engineering projects while effectively managing resources, risks, and technical baselines.Collaborate with cross-functional technical teams to ensure timely achievement of project milestones with a commitment to quality.Facilitate technical review meetings, document outcomes, and communicate decisions to relevant stakeholders.Support Configuration Management, Risk/Issue/Opportunity, and Scheduling processes.Create, manage, track, and report on project spending to ensure budget adherence.

Northwood Space is expanding its advanced ground station network and seeks a Solutions Architect based in Torrance, CA. This position turns customer requirements and network analysis into practical product designs, specifying how solutions will function and scale in the real world. The Solutions Architect acts as a bridge between customer needs, system architecture, and product delivery. Collaboration is central to this role: expect to work closely with Site, Business Development, and Engineering teams to align customer demand with Northwood’s product vision and market offerings. Key Responsibilities Translate network-level requirements, such as capacity, coverage, latency, and deployment timelines, into detailed product architectures. Define RF and system-level criteria, including antenna configurations, link performance, throughput, and availability targets. Develop and refine solution architectures by using simulation data, link budgets, and real-world constraints to ensure technical and operational feasibility. Work with Business Development to strengthen customer engagement and support the creation of proposals. Coordinate with Engineering leadership to evaluate system trade-offs, shape product strategy and roadmaps, and deliver clear, actionable system definitions. This cross-functional role is ideal for someone who enjoys shaping technical solutions at the intersection of customer needs and product delivery. Northwood Space values rapid development and seeks team members eager to see their work make an impact on a global scale.

About Northwood Space:At Northwood Space, we are committed to forging a transformative data highway between Earth and space, democratizing access to space through groundbreaking innovations in space communication technologies. Join us if you are passionate about rapid development and want your contributions to have a global impact.Role Overview:As a Senior RF Hardware Engineer, you will play a crucial role in the design and optimization of RF electronics. Your expertise will directly influence the architecture of our ground networks and portals by assessing RF performance trade-offs. You will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, including electrical, RF, mechanical, manufacturing, and software engineers, to ensure our products transition seamlessly from concept to production.

About Northwood Space:At Northwood Space, we are dedicated to revolutionizing the connection between Earth and space, delivering the advantages of space technology to everyone through cutting-edge innovations in space communication. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and are excited to see your contributions make a real difference on a global scale, we invite you to join our team.Position Overview:In the position of Technical Recruiter, you will play a vital role in sourcing, attracting, and securing exceptional technical talent to propel our ambitious projects forward. You will work closely with both hiring managers and leadership to identify staffing needs, create effective recruitment strategies, and oversee the entire hiring process from candidate sourcing to onboarding. This is an in-office role based in our Torrance, CA, or Washington D.C. office, requiring your presence five days a week.Key Responsibilities:Collaborate with hiring managers to grasp job requirements and formulate effective recruitment strategies.Identify, screen, and engage highly skilled candidates for engineering, software development, hardware roles, and other technical positions.Employ a variety of sourcing techniques, including direct outreach, networking, job boards, social media, and industry events to establish a robust talent pipeline.Conduct initial interviews to evaluate candidates’ qualifications, technical proficiency, and cultural fit.Manage the full recruitment cycle, including interview scheduling, candidate communication, offer negotiations, and onboarding coordination.Optimize and maintain the Applicant Tracking System (ATS) for tracking candidate progress and recruitment analytics.Enhance employer branding initiatives to attract top-tier talent.Stay informed of industry trends and talent market dynamics to refine competitive hiring strategies.

We are seeking a talented and experienced Big Data Architect to join our dynamic team at Sonsoft Inc. As a Big Data Architect, you will be responsible for designing and implementing scalable data architectures that support our data-driven initiatives. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure that our data architecture aligns with business goals and objectives.

About Northwood:At Northwood, we are on a transformative journey to enhance connectivity between Earth and space, aiming to democratize access to space through cutting-edge communication technologies. If you're passionate about rapid innovation and eager to see your contributions make a global impact, we invite you to join our dynamic team.Role Overview:We are seeking a highly motivated Supplier Quality Program Manager to be the pioneer in establishing a quality-centric framework at Northwood. As a builder and systems thinker, you will lead the initiative to enhance our manufacturing standards across the global supply chain.You will be responsible for developing our supplier quality program from the ground up, collaborating closely with engineering and operations teams to guarantee that our products are designed and manufactured for enduring reliability. Your expertise will be pivotal in creating scalable systems and rigorous standards, setting the groundwork for a top-tier supplier quality organization while fostering a culture of quality and accountability throughout the company.As Northwood continues to expand, you will have the opportunity to build and manage a high-performing team, mentoring emerging engineers and shaping the journey of high-reliability hardware from concept to production. Your influence will extend across our global supply base, embedding quality into every phase of development and delivery.This foundational, high-impact role is ideal for individuals who thrive in dynamic environments, enjoy creating order from ambiguity, and are eager to leave a lasting legacy within our culture and the future of space communications.