General Interest Application

Overview Energy is keen on engaging passionate engineers across a variety of specialties. We welcome applications from candidates with experience in Mechanical, Electrical, Aerospace, Optical, Deployment, Ground Systems, Systems, or Technical Project Management roles. If you have a skill set in any of these areas, even if there isn't a specific position currently listed, we encourage you to apply as there could be a fit for our ambitious projects in space-based solar energy.

To apply for a General Interest Application with Overview Energy, it's essential that candidates possess relevant engineering experience in fields such as Mechanical, Electrical, Aerospace, Optical, Deployment, Ground Systems, Systems, or Technical Project Management. Individuals from all career stages, whether early in their career or seasoned professionals, are encouraged to submit their resumes, showcasing their skills and commitment to clean energy solutions.

At Overview Energy, our team culture is centered around collaboration, innovation, and a shared mission to advance space-based solar power. We value diverse perspectives and encourage input from all team members regardless of their level of experience. Our goal is to foster an inclusive environment where talented individuals can thrive and contribute meaningfully to our vision of sustainable energy for the future.

As of now, Overview Energy is based in the DC area, and while the company is operating in stealth mode, the preference for remote work options can vary. We recommend inquiring directly when you apply to clarify any specific regional expectations or flexibility in work arrangements during the application process.

By joining Overview Energy, engineers will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of clean energy through innovative space-based solar power solutions. Your engineering expertise can contribute directly to groundbreaking projects that not only challenge the status quo but also aim to create significant positive impacts on global energy consumption and sustainability. Joining our mission means your work could help change the world!

When answering this question, it's key to reflect on your personal values linked to sustainability and innovation. You might share a specific moment that drove your passion for renewable energy or how observing environmental changes inspired you to contribute to better solutions, tying it back to Overview Energy's mission.

Consider discussing a project where your engineering skills were thoroughly tested. Focus on the challenges faced, the approach you took, and how your role facilitated a positive outcome. Be sure to highlight skills relevant to Overview Energy’s disciplines.

Express your appreciation for collaboration and how you foster open communication. Highlight experiences where you contributed to a team's success and your adaptability in working with diverse personalities — qualities that align with Overview Energy's team culture.

Be specific about the tools you're proficient in that relate to your engineering discipline. Mention relevant programming languages, software, or hardware you’ve used in past projects that might be beneficial for Overview Energy's initiatives.

Mention resources like industry publications, online courses, webinars, or professional associations you engage with to remain knowledgeable about the current trends. This shows your commitment to personal and professional growth, which is valuable to Overview Energy.

Express your enthusiasm for Overview Energy's unique focus on space-based solar power and how it aligns with your career goals and values. Highlight your admiration for their innovative approach and how you see yourself contributing to their mission.

Choose an example where your idea positively changed the project's trajectory. Detail how you presented the solution, the challenges you faced in doing so, and the ultimate result to demonstrate your initiative and creativity relevant to Overview Energy.

Describe your method for prioritizing tasks based on factors like deadlines, resources available, and project significance. Illustrate your organizational skills, which are critical for someone working in an innovative space like Overview Energy.

Discuss your commitment to safety and compliance in engineering design and implementation. Share examples of how you’ve integrated safety protocols in past experiences, which would be crucial for any engineering role at Overview Energy.

Highlight how principles of sustainability are integral to your engineering philosophy. Discuss experiences where such principles informed your decisions, particularly how they relate to clean energy solutions synonymous with Overview Energy’s goals.