Space Kinetic
Whirlwind platform that deploys micro-payloads from host spacecraft at high velocity without thrusters, for space missions
Highlights
- New on EvolcAdded 2026-11-04
About Space Kinetic
Space Kinetic develops the Whirlwind platform, a space operating system that deploys micro-payloads from a host spacecraft at high velocity without firing a thruster. The design decouples the propulsion system from the payload and uses a "one-to-many" mission architecture aimed at Low Earth Orbit and beyond.
The company's public materials describe its focus as space maneuverability and affordable space systems. It has a partnership with Los Alamos National Laboratory, continued through a follow-on CRADA after co-founder Scott Ziegler completed the Lab Embedded Entrepreneurship Program (LEEP). Co-founders Scott Ziegler and Ryan Sullivan have represented the company at space and defense industry events.
Its job listings are based in El Segundo, California, and cover mechanical, electrical, software, GNC, manufacturing, and test and integration engineering, along with development programs and facilities roles.
Product: Whirlwind, a space platform that deploys micro-payloads from a host spacecraft at high velocity without firing a thruster.
Jobs at Space Kinetic
Open roles at Space Kinetic in the Americas (6)
United States 6. From Space Kinetic's careers page or applicant tracking system; each role links to the employer.
- HR Development Program (3 Months - Path to Hire) · El Segundo, United States
- Senior Thermal Engineer · El Segundo, United States
- Senior Manufacturing Engineer · El Segundo, United States
- Machine Technician · El Segundo, United States
- Machine Design Engineer · El Segundo, United States
- Flight Software Engineer · El Segundo, United States
Leadership
- Ryan Sullivan · co-founderSource: company website
- Scott Ziegler · co-founderSource: company website
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