Orbit Fab's mission is to create the foundational infrastructure that will fuel a bustling in-space economy, capable of sustaining permanent jobs in space. Today, satellites cannot be refueled, which severely constrains their mobility and inhibits the development of economic activities in space.

Orbit Fab breaks the single-use paradigm, pioneering our Gas Stations in Space™ refueling infrastructure and RAFTI™ technology to deliver propellant in space, enabling lower-cost satellite construction, increased maneuverability, precise control, and extended lifespans. The possibilities are unprecedented, opening the doors to unimagined operational strategies and business models.

Since our establishment in 2018, we have already achieved the successful launch of three tankers to space. With offices in both the US and UK, we are working in close collaboration with partners and customers across the space industry. Orbit Fab is rapidly ramping up capabilities and requires exceptional talent to tackle important challenges. Our roles offer wide ranging opportunities to have a demonstrable impact and enable a bustling space economy.

Role Overview

You would be responsible for driving Orbit Fab’s marketing efforts across brand, content, digital, and public relations, supported by our marketing firm on retainer. You will serve as the voice of the company — communicating our mission to customers, investors, potential hires, and the broader space industry. Your work will directly support business development by creating materials that position Orbit Fab as the leader in orbital refueling and in-space infrastructure. You’ll work closely with cross-functional teams and have the opportunity to build and shape the marketing function from the ground up.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute Orbit Fab’s marketing strategy across brand awareness, product marketing, and demand generation

• Create compelling marketing materials including product spec sheets, customer presentations, pitch decks, and capability one-pagers

• Lead press and PR strategy — write, coordinate, and distribute press releases; build and maintain relationships with key media and industry journalists

• Own and grow Orbit Fab’s social media presence on LinkedIn and other channels, setting and tracking follower and engagement targets

• Organize and support product launches, trade show appearances, and industry conference presence

• Partner with the Business Development team to develop targeted messaging and collateral for commercial, civil, and government customer segments

• Track, analyze, and report on key marketing metrics; use data to iterate and improve campaign performance

• Manage relationships with external vendors including marketing firm and PR agencies as needed

• Represent Orbit Fab at industry events, panels, and media opportunities

Key Skillset

• 3–5 years of marketing experience, ideally in aerospace, deep tech, or B2B technology

• Proven ability to translate complex technical concepts into compelling narratives for diverse audiences

• Self-starter that can own and manage projects

• Strong written and verbal communication skills with a demonstrated passion for storytelling

• Hands-on experience managing digital channels including LinkedIn, social media, and press relations

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of marketing experience in a professional environment

• Demonstrated ability to create and execute integrated marketing campaigns

• Strong portfolio of written content, marketing materials, or design work

• Experience managing social media channels with measurable growth outcomes

• Excellent written communication skills — a love of writing is a must

• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, rapidly changing environment

• US citizen or lawful permanent resident to ensure compliance with US export control laws

• Bachelor’s degree in marketing, communications, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience

Nice to Have

• Experience marketing in the aerospace, defense, or deep tech sectors

• Graphic design skills or experience with tools such as Adobe Creative Suite, Figma, or Canva

• Video production or multimedia content creation experience

• Familiarity with the space industry ecosystem, key players, and market trends

• Experience supporting business development or government contracting with marketing materials

• MBA or additional business coursework

Location and Benefits

Orbit Fab is based out of Lafayette, Colorado and all roles are based in Colorado. We offer fully covered benefits, discretionary time off, and flexible work hours.

Eligibility

Some job roles may be limited to US Persons (22 CFR 120.62 “U.S. person”).

Orbit Fab Inc does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factor.

Orbit Fab's mission is to create the foundational infrastructure that will fuel a bustling in-space economy, capable of sustaining permanent jobs in space. Today, satellites cannot be refueled, which severely constrains their mobility and inhibits the development of economic activities in space.

Orbit Fab breaks the single-use paradigm, pioneering our Gas Stations in Space™ refueling infrastructure and RAFTI™ technology to deliver propellant in space, enabling lower-cost satellite construction, increased maneuverability, precise control, and extended lifespans. The possibilities are unprecedented, opening the doors to unimagined operational strategies and business models.

Since our establishment in 2018, we have already achieved the successful launch of three tankers to space. With offices in both the US and UK, we are working in close collaboration with partners and customers across the space industry. Orbit Fab is rapidly ramping up capabilities and requires exceptional talent to tackle important challenges. Our roles offer wide ranging opportunities to have a demonstrable impact and enable a bustling space economy.

As the Mechanical Engineering Manager, you would lead the mechanical team from concept designs to producing flight-ready hardware. We have multiple ongoing projects, and we need someone with excellent technical understanding and the ability to juggle priorities. You would be responsible for understanding people’s needs, business needs, and technical requirements.

The expectation for this role is to be a player-coach with 50-75% of time spent on leadership responsibilities and 25-50% of time spent on individual contributor work.

Responsibilities

• Lead the mechanical team through multiple concurrent projects, meeting deadlines on time.
• Delegate effectively so that the right team members are working on tasks that suit their skills, interest, and technical growth path.
• Guide process development and adherence for the Mechanical Engineering team
• Review mechanical system architecture affecting the mission as a whole and the products that will interface with the hardware.
• Support analysis required to satisfy internal requirements for hardware performance, life, and environment.
• Support assembly and test activities including performance, shock, vibration, and space environments.
• Review engineering drawings; ensure ASME Y14.5 and drafting best practices are applied to released drawings. Prepares and gives reviews of team’s work prior to critical milestones.
• Proactively identify roadblocks to technical progress and take steps to mitigate/avoid them.
• Deliver effective presentations to the team
• Hold weekly one-on-ones with team members and provide mentorship
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships within the department. Interact appropriately with others to maintain a positive and productive work environment.
• Own the design and analysis of spacecraft systems, structures, MGSE, and mechanisms. Develop and maintain detailed CAD models and documentation. Perform analyses and testing to validate designs and ensure compliance.
• Provide SME input in the development of engineering products, spacecraft architecture, trade studies, requirements development, verification, and validation plans

Experience, Qualifications, and Characteristics

· Bachelor’s degree or higher in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or other related discipline

• 7+ years of experience in design, fabrication, and/or test for mechanical systems
• Proven leadership experience in a responsible engineer, project lead, or team management capacity
• Proficiency in CAD and analysis tools. Hands-on experience with complex mechanical systems, including design, fabrication, and testing
• Experience with mechanism design including gears, ball screws, motor sizing, vibration & shock analysis
• Experience taking a product from concept to operation
• Knowledge of space rated materials and design trades around material choices
• Can work autonomously, views work with a critical eye
• An effective sense of urgency and ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, small company environment

• Ability to work in a multidisciplinary team
• Excellent communication, analytical, organizational, strategic, statistical, and personal skills

· Must be willing and able to work a hybrid schedule (3-5 days a week on site) out of our Lafayette, CO office

Nice to Have

• 10+ years of experience in design, development, and/or test for mechanical systems
• 2+ years of experience managing teams
• Experience performing analysis with Ansys and MATLAB
• Experience with spacecraft or launch vehicle operations
• Advanced degree in an engineering discipline or related field
• Working knowledge of range safety requirements (AFSPCMAN 91-710)
• Understanding of qualification, acceptance, and protoqualification verification approaches
• Experience with spacecraft and subsystem environment definition (radiation, structural loads, thermal, EMI/EMC, orbital debris, etc.) and design approaches (at LEO, GEO, and beyond

• Experience in a startup environment

• General understanding of mechanical manufacturing processes, including machining and welding

At Orbit Fab, we value respectful debate and people who aren’t afraid to challenge assumptions. We strongly encourage you to apply if you feel you would succeed in the role above.

Location and Benefits

Orbit Fab is based out of Lafayette, Colorado and all roles are based in Colorado. We offer fully covered benefits, discretionary time off, and flexible work hours.

Eligibility

Some job roles may be limited to US Persons (22 CFR 120.62 “U.S. person”).

Orbit Fab Inc does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factor.

The estimated salary range for this position is

144,000 - 186,000 USD per year

Orbit Fab's mission is to create the foundational infrastructure that will fuel a bustling in-space economy, capable of sustaining permanent jobs in space. Today, satellites cannot be refueled, which severely constrains their mobility and inhibits the development of economic activities in space.

Orbit Fab breaks the single-use paradigm, pioneering our Gas Stations in Space™ refueling infrastructure and RAFTI™ technology to deliver propellant in space, enabling lower-cost satellite construction, increased maneuverability, precise control, and extended lifespans. The possibilities are unprecedented, opening the doors to unimagined operational strategies and business models.

Since our establishment in 2018, we have already achieved the successful launch of three tankers to space. With offices in both the US and UK, we are working in close collaboration with partners and customers across the space industry. Orbit Fab is rapidly ramping up capabilities and requires exceptional talent to tackle important challenges. Our roles offer wide ranging opportunities to have a demonstrable impact and enable a bustling space economy.

About the role

• Orbit Fab is seeking a highly organized and dependable Office Manager to support the day-to-day operations of our Lafayette headquarters. In this role, you will help keep our office running smoothly by maintaining organized systems, coordinating logistics, and supporting the team so that our engineers and business professionals can stay focused on the mission.
• You will work across teams to support scheduling, file organization, travel coordination, onboarding logistics, and a range of general administrative activities. Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and a proactive, can-do attitude are essential in this role.

What you'll do

• Culture & Events
• • Coordinate and support employee recognition and highlight posts on LinkedIn and internal channels.
  • Help plan and execute internal events including team lunches, milestone celebrations, and company-wide gatherings.
• Facilities & Visitor Coordination
• • Manage conference room and meeting space scheduling to support daily operations, leadership meetings, and partner visits.
  • Coordinate on-site tours, customer demonstrations, and VIP visits, ensuring a welcoming and professional experience.
  • Own and maintain the office seating chart and employee directory, keeping them current as the team grows.
• File & Information Management
• • Maintain organized file structures within SharePoint, ensuring documents are properly named, easy to find, and kept up to date.
  • Support the organization of shared workspaces in Confluence and Slack, helping teams maintain consistent structure without requiring platform administration expertise.
  • Support the development and documentation of company-wide administrative policies and processes.
• Office Operations
• • Manage office supply procurement to ensure the workspace is stocked and functional.
  • Coordinate domestic and international travel arrangements for leadership and technical staff.
  • Support employee onboarding and offboarding logistics, including orientation coordination, equipment setup tracking, and access provisioning support.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; recent college graduates are encouraged to apply.
• Prior experience in an administrative, office support, or coordination role is preferred but not required.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail; comfortable managing multiple tasks and shifting priorities.
• Proficiency with Microsoft 365 tools including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint, Outlook, and Teams.
• Dependable and self-motivated; able to work independently with minimal supervision in a fast-paced startup environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

This is a full-time, hourly, on-site position at our Lafayette, Colorado headquarters.

At Orbit Fab, we value respectful debate and people who aren’t afraid to challenge assumptions. We strongly encourage you to apply if you feel you would succeed in the role above.

Location and Benefits

Orbit Fab is based out of Lafayette, Colorado and all roles are based in Colorado. We offer fully covered benefits, discretionary time off, and flexible work hours.

Eligibility

Some job roles may be limited to US Persons (22 CFR 120.62 “U.S. person”).

Orbit Fab Inc does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factor.

Orbit Fab's mission is to create the foundational infrastructure that will fuel a bustling in-space economy, capable of sustaining permanent jobs in space. Today, satellites cannot be refueled, which severely constrains their mobility and inhibits the development of economic activities in space.

Orbit Fab breaks the single-use paradigm, pioneering our Gas Stations in Space™ refueling infrastructure and RAFTI™ technology to deliver propellant in space, enabling lower-cost satellite construction, increased maneuverability, precise control, and extended lifespans. The possibilities are unprecedented, opening the doors to unimagined operational strategies and business models.

Since our establishment in 2018, we have already achieved the successful launch of three tankers to space. With offices in both the US and UK, we are working in close collaboration with partners and customers across the space industry. Orbit Fab is rapidly ramping up capabilities and requires exceptional talent to tackle important challenges. Our roles offer wide ranging opportunities to have a demonstrable impact and enable a bustling space economy.

The core function of the Lead Propulsion Engineer is to develop a team for propulsion products, subsystems and support the technical architectures and propellant roadmap for both low and high pressure systems.

The Lead Propulsion Engineer is expected to support the product development of a variety of different tasks including requirements development, system layout and design, detailed CAD work, vendor management, part procurement and specification, test definition, test operation and reporting, as well as being an active reviewer for critical milestone reviews and test plans. A successful lead will guide the team to perform the system definition tasks required for propulsion and fluid transfer systems in the concept definition phase of Orbit Fab missions, the design life cycle phases as the vehicle or subsystems are handed off to the test team. This role will require balancing the technical, schedule and cost trades of the product and work closely with the Product/Program manager on meeting requirements and delivery dates.

Responsibilities

• Design and procurement of chemical propellant storage, feed, and transfer systems

• Develop requirements and procure propellant tanks and fluid system components for storable propellants

• Coordinate with stakeholders to develop ConOps for the end-to-end satellite refueling process, including propulsion system performance for proximity operations, the effects of slosh, and fuel transfer operations procedures.

• Lead technical reviews and effectively communicate with internal and external stakeholders

• Architect a common propulsion subsystem to support multiple projects and assign resources to support program needs

• Lead and own ICD efforts for the propulsion system by working with cross functional teams for ground testing and spacecraft design

• Manage, guide, monitor and grow a functional team through mentorship and technical leadership

• Identify technical issues and proactively implement resolutions to mitigate schedule and cost impacts

• Provide oversight and review of project proposals, and communicate resource needs across functional areas

• Provide SME input in the development of systems engineering products, spacecraft architecture, trade studies, requirements development, verification, and validation plans

• Ability to act as a thought leader, communicating your area of expertise to external interests including customers, competitors, suppliers, and other stakeholders

• Ability to travel (5% to 10% time expected), including international travel as needed .

Experience, Qualifications, and Characteristics

• 7+ years of experience in design, development, and/or test for spacecraft fluid/propulsion systems, mechanisms and/or components

• Experience with storable chemical propellant systems or components, fluid and instrumentation diagrams, pressurized systems, sealing devices, pumps, valves and regulators

• Working knowledge of range safety requirements (AFSPCMAN 91-710)

• Understanding of qualification, acceptance, and proto-qualification verification approaches

• Experience leading and growing a multi-disciplinary team to support project development

• Ability to work independently and take on own tasks, including 'blank page engineering' and engineering from first principals

• Ability to work in a multidisciplinary team

• Ability to communicate priorities to meet company objectives and commitments

• Proficiency with 3D modeling, CAD designs, and tools

• Familiarity with spacecraft or component assembly, integration, and test

• Experience identifying, communicating and driving requirement definition and discovery for customers

• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal

• Track record of executing and producing space hardware from prototyping, qualification and production

Nice to Have

• Experience working with hydrazine and satellite fuel systems

• Experience fueling spacecraft on the ground

• Electric propulsion system design experience

• Experience with applicable industry standards such as SMC-S-016 and AIAA S-080

• Experience with both low- and high-budget space system development

• Experience taking a product from concept to operation

• Experience with spacecraft and subsystem environment definition (radiation, structural loads, thermal, EMI/EMC, orbital debris, etc.) and design approaches (at LEO, GEO, and beyond)

• General understanding of mechanical manufacturing processes, including machining and welding

This position is a hybrid work model, requiring time both in our Lafayette, CO office and remotely.

At Orbit Fab, we value respectful debate and people who aren’t afraid to challenge assumptions. We strongly encourage you to apply if you feel you would succeed in the role above.

Location and Benefits

Orbit Fab is based out of Lafayette, Colorado and all roles are based in Colorado. We offer fully covered benefits, discretionary time off, and flexible work hours.

Eligibility

Some job roles may be limited to US Persons (22 CFR 120.62 “U.S. person”).

Orbit Fab Inc does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factor.