The Mars Warming Research team at Astera Institute is led by Edwin Kite. Prof. Kite's team is assessing the feasibility of warming Mars through the release of engineered aerosol into the Martian atmosphere ( The project is funded through April 2027.
To assess the feasibility of the Mars warming method, it is necessary to develop and test several functionalities of a potential Mars surface payload. The Mars surface test payload is expected to feature the following main elements:
We are looking for a creative engineer to perform foundational work for our research. The Prototyping Engineer will support prototyping activities for the particle dispenser, particle storage system and on lidar tracking of the plume. The goal is to raise the Technology Readiness Level of these elements to inform the sizing and functionality of a future Mars payload.
This is an open-level position within the Mars Warming Research team. Early-career engineers (3-5 years) will report to Senior Research Scientist Alex Kling and work closely with him. More experienced engineers (5+ years) will report directly to Edwin Kite, the project lead, and have greater autonomy in directing the prototyping program.
The Prototyping Engineer will work with the rest of the 6-person team to rapidly design, develop and test core functionalities of the monitoring and release systems.
The role involves self-directed responsibility and ambitious deliverables and will include:
Astera is a private foundation on a mission to steer science and technology toward an abundant future for all. We believe the coming years will bring an era of unprecedented scientific and technological advancement as exponential progress in AI converges with central advances in other fields to dramatically accelerate innovation. This inflection point provides an unparalleled opportunity to fundamentally rethink the institutions, systems, and tools that drive scientific progress. We are searching for visionary leaders who are compelled by the challenge of driving transformative change in the way science is funded, conducted, and communicated. You can read more about our mission, vision, and programming here.
As a non-profit organization, we're exempt from the H-1B cap; visa sponsorship may be available for qualified candidates.
This role offers a unique opportunity to architect the first research mission to engage with one of humanity's greatest challenges.
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