Application Engineer – Space Segment

About the role

The Application Engineer – Space Segment will work within 3M’s Aerospace & Defense business to support satellite manufacturers, launch providers and government space agencies. You will translate mission requirements into 3M material solutions and help drive product adoption across structural, thermal, optical, EMI, bonding and electronic applications.

Key responsibilities

• Build and maintain technical relationships with satellite manufacturers, launch providers, spacecraft integrators and government space organizations.
• Partner with customers to identify opportunities for 3M technologies and lead technical engagement activities, including specification, qualification and adoption.
• Provide technical consultation, training and application support through visits, design reviews, testing and product evaluations.
• Develop and manage a pipeline of growth opportunities within strategic Space Segment accounts.
• Collaborate with Sales, Marketing, Product Platforms, Manufacturing and Corporate Research to accelerate commercialization.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in a science or engineering discipline (required).
• Minimum five years of experience in application engineering, product development or translating customer needs into technical specifications in a private, public, government or military environment.
• Demonstrated knowledge of spacecraft materials selection, qualification and verification processes.
• Experience navigating complex aerospace and defense material specifications and standards.

Required skills

• Spacecraft materials selection
• Materials qualification and verification
• Defense and aerospace materials expertise
• Project management

What we offer

• Competitive compensation range of $145,676 – $178,049 per year.
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, retirement and flexible spending accounts.
• Remote‑work flexibility for candidates located more than 50 miles from the St. Paul, MN headquarters.
• Relocation assistance may be authorized.