Team Tumbleweed
The Payload Engineer will integrate and test the payload bay of the Tumbleweed rover prototype, ensuring compatibility with scientific instruments and validating performance under simulated mission conditions. The role involves hands‑on mechanical and electrical work, coordination with internal teams and external partners, and communicating test results through papers and conference presentations.
Team Tumbleweed is building the next generation of Mars rovers, making Mars data cheaper and more accessible. Their wind-driven Tumbleweed rovers are designed to explore the Martian north pole in swarms, using off-the-shelf components and modular payloads to reduce costs and mission risk. The company operates in the space exploration industry, enabling any research institution or company to access Mars data affordably.
Headquarters
San Francisco, CA
Company Size
201-500 employees
Founded
2018
Industry
Technology
Glassdoor Rating
4.2 / 5
Sarah Johnson
Chief Executive Officer
Michael Chen
Chief Technology Officer
Emily Williams
VP of Engineering
David Rodriguez
VP of Product
Jessica Thompson
Chief Financial Officer
Andrew Park
VP of Sales
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