Head Propulsion Engineering — Spacecraft & Defense

True Anomaly; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 180,000 - 250,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401K

Parental Leave

Job summary

A leading space technology firm in Colorado is seeking a Director of Propulsion Engineering. This role involves leading the strategy and development of propulsion systems across spacecraft and missile defense portfolios. Candidates should have 15+ years of experience in spacecraft propulsion systems, and excellent communication skills. The company offers a competitive salary of $180,000 to $250,000 along with equity and full benefits. The work environment is primarily onsite with some travel required.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of experience in spacecraft or advanced defense propulsion systems.
• 5+ years in a technical leadership or management role.
• Demonstrated experience across full lifecycle of propulsion systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategy, development, and delivery of propulsion systems.
• Define propulsion technology roadmap for spacecraft and defense platforms.
• Drive test facility oversight and integration of propulsion systems.

Skills

Fluid system design and analysis

Technical leadership

Communication skills

Additive manufacturing

Project management

Education

Master's degree or PhD in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering

Job description

A leading space technology firm in Colorado is seeking a Director of Propulsion Engineering. This role involves leading the strategy and development of propulsion systems across spacecraft and missile defense portfolios. Candidates should have 15+ years of experience in spacecraft propulsion systems, and excellent communication skills. The company offers a competitive salary of $180,000 to $250,000 along with equity and full benefits. The work environment is primarily onsite with some travel required.