Engineering Manager I — Lead Aerospace Programs

Sierra Nevada Corporation; Sparks (NV); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision plans

401(k) with 150% match up to 6%

Life insurance

3 weeks paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

And more

Job summary

Sierra Nevada Corporation (SNC) is seeking an Engineering Manager I to lead a multi-disciplinary engineering team in a hybrid work setting. You will guide functional teams through complex challenges, manage budgets, ensure quality and compliance, and drive innovations aligned with organizational goals.

This role requires a bachelor’s degree in engineering, 6+ years of experience, and the ability to obtain a security clearance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Aerospace, or related).
• 6+ years of engineering experience required.
• Security clearance eligibility is required.
• Proficiency with project management software and tools.
• Experience with CAE tools, analysis, and simulation.

Responsibilities

• Own the BA System Support budget and participate in annual planning and trade-offs.
• Lead, coach, and grow leads and technical staff; support career development.
• Drive CMMC compliance, controls, and evidence for audit readiness.
• Provide program systems support to ensure IT/infrastructure meets needs in ad-hoc cadence.
• Collaborate across teams to advance the org’s vision and cost-effective initiatives.
• Represent the team in cross-functional forums and defend for program outcomes.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Multi-disciplinary collaboration

Engineering principles

Security clearance eligibility

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Aerospace, or related field)

Master’s degree in Engineering or MBA

Tools

CAE tools (Computer Aided Engineering)

Analysis & simulation

Job description

Sierra Nevada Corporation (SNC) is seeking an Engineering Manager I to lead a multi-disciplinary engineering team in a hybrid work setting. You will guide functional teams through complex challenges, manage budgets, ensure quality and compliance, and drive innovations aligned with organizational goals.

This role requires a bachelor’s degree in engineering, 6+ years of experience, and the ability to obtain a security clearance.