Lead Systems Engineer - Xodiac VTVL

Voyager Technologies; Mojave (CA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Time Off

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Gym membership options

401(k) with company match

Wellness programs

Employee assistance resources

Mission-driven team environment

Job summary

Voyager Technologies in Mojave, CA seeks a Lead Systems Engineer for Lunar Systems to guide advanced hardware and software development, testing, and integration for propulsion and VTVL vehicles.

The role reports to Systems Engineering Manager; requires a B.S. in engineering and 5+ years space mission experience including leadership; hands-on hardware experience is essential. On-site role with a competitive compensation package.

Qualifications

• B.S. in Engineering or related field with 5+ years of space mission experience.
• Demonstrated leadership in project or program roles.
• Hands-on hardware experience required.

Responsibilities

• Lead design, integration and testing for propulsion hardware and software.
• Prepare technical documentation and reports, and present findings.
• Collaborate with partners to resolve technical risks and customer requirements.
• Support proposals for missions and technology development opportunities.

Skills

Space mission leadership

Propulsion systems

Avionics/Electronics

Software engineering

Embedded systems

Systems engineering

Systems integration & test

Verification & validation

Configuration management

Education

B.S. in Engineering or related field

Tools

Confluence

Jira

Jama

Job description

Voyager is an innovative space, defense, and national security technology company committed to advancing and delivering transformative, mission-critical solutions. We tackle the most complex challenges to unlock new frontiers for human progress, fortify national security, and protect critical assets to lead in the race for technological and operational superiority from ground to space.

Forge the Future: Join Voyager Technologies

The future belongs to those who build it. At Voyager Technologies, we’re building technologies that protect lives, expand frontiers and prepare us for what’s next. And we’re doing that with people who are wired to solve, build, adapt and lead. These roles are not for the faint of heart.

You’ll help lay the foundation for humanity's future. Join a culture where innovation thrives, curiosity is rewarded, and impact is real. We’re a company of doers, thinkers and builders, united by purpose and grounded in reality.

If you want to put your skills to work where the stakes are real and the mission is bigger than any one person, forge the future with Voyager.

The Lead Systems Engineer for Lunar Systems is responsible for the development and evolution of Voyager's portfolio of propulsion testing capabilities, including active involvement in component and vehicle test campaigns, development of test products to support integration and test operations, and collaboration with cross-functional engineering teams to achieve verification objectives.

The position reports to the Systems Engineering Manager and is part of the Systems Engineering department based in Mojave, CA. This role is onsite.

In This Role, The Essential Functions Are

• Work side-by-side with the engineering teams to lead and guide the detailed technical design, development, integration and testing for advanced hardware and software solutions for propulsion systems and vertical takeoff and landing (VTVL) vehicles including:
• Concept of operations
• Mission and system requirements
• Design configuration
• Technical budgets
• Trade Studies
• Launch vehicle requirements
• Fault management
• Interface control
• V&V and test planning
• Technical risk and mitigation plan identification
• Preparing and delivering technical documentation and reporting
• Leading technical presentations and/or demonstrations during concept development and engineering development phases
• Assisting with technical proposals for mission and technology development opportunities
• Communicating with partners and customers to resolve technical risks and challenges relating to the system and/or customer requirements

• B.S. in Engineering or related technical field plus 5 years of relevant space mission experience including demonstrated leadership roles.
• Demonstrated experience in multiple (not all) of the following areas:
• liquid propellant rocket systems
• propulsion systems
• avionics or electronics systems
• software engineering and development
• embedded systems engineering
• systems engineering
• systems integration and test
• verification and validation
• and/or system configuration management
• Demonstrated experience as the technical lead implementing the full life cycle of design, development, manufacturing, testing, and operations.
• Must be able to demonstrate hands‑on hardware experience.

Preferred Qualifications: 2 maximum

• Experience developing liquid propellant rocket propulsion systems, from feasibility studies through flight and mission operations.
• Knowledge of system manufacturing and V&V plans for propulsion systems
• Demonstrated experience operating in an AS9100 or ISO9000 environment.
• Demonstrated experience working in an agile environment, using organizational tools such as Confluence and Jira.
• Experience with requirements management tools such as Jama.
• Familiarity with 14 CFR Part 450, AFSPCMAN 91-710, and/or ARP4761
• Familiarity with structural engineering.
• Knowledgeable of system V&V planning.
• Knowledgeable of reliability engineering and analysis.
• Knowledgeable of range safety compliance.

The good faith base salary range for this role is $100,000–$150,000 at the time of this posting. Where you fall within the range depends on your experience, skills, and location. This range reflects base salary only and does not include benefits or bonus/incentive. This range may be adjusted in the future.

Voyager offers a highly competitive total compensation package designed to support the well‑being, growth, and success of our employees. Employees benefit from a flexible and comprehensive rewards program that supports both professional and personal well‑being.

• Flexible Time Off (FTO), empowering employees to take the time they need to recharge and maintain a healthy work‑life balance
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and their families, with a significant portion of premiums covered by the company and many benefits paid at 100% for employees
• Flexible, affordable gym memberships with 12,700+ options nationwide, including 24 Hour Fitness, EoS Fitness, Crunch Fitness, Anytime Fitness, Blink Fitness, Chuze Fitness, and more! No long‑term contracts and FREE on‑demand workout videos before you enroll
• 401(k) retirement plan with a 50% company match on contributions up to 8%, supporting long‑term financial security
• Company wellness programs that support physical and mental well‑being
• Additional voluntary benefits and employee support resources
• The opportunity to work alongside a highly talented team in an innovative, mission‑driven environment

Voyager is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.

To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) (22 CFR Parts 120–130) and the Export Administration Regulations (EAR) (15 CFR Parts 730–774), applicants for this position must be a U.S. Person: a US Citizen, a lawful permanent resident of the U.S., or a protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C.

• 1324b(a)(3). Applicants must be eligible to obtain any required export authorizations from the U.S. Department of State or the U.S. Department of Commerce.

Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran

The statements contained in this job description are intended to describe the general content and requirements for performance of this job. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job duties, responsibilities, and requirements. This job description is not an employment agreement or contract. Management has the exclusive right to alter the scope of work within the framework of this job description at any time without prior notice.

California pay range

$100,000—$150,000 USD