Project Engineer - AI&T

lunaroutpost; Golden (CO); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health coverage

Paid time off

401(k) employer match

Paid holidays

Parental leave

Educational reimbursement opportunities

Job summary

Lunar Outpost, based in Colorado, is looking for a Project Engineer - AI&T to shape humanity's future in space. This role involves leading spacecraft test campaigns and managing engineering teams to ensure successful product development.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s degree in engineering and over 6 years of experience in systems engineering or project management. This position includes competitive benefits like comprehensive health coverage and 401(k) matching.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of experience in AI&T, systems engineering, or project management.
• Experience managing full environmental test campaigns.
• Strong leadership and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead development and execution of spacecraft test campaigns.
• Manage project schedules and multidisciplinary teams.
• Develop test methods and oversee environmental testing.

Skills

Project management

Environmental test planning

Leadership

Systems engineering

Cross-functional communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in relevant engineering field

Tools

MS Project

Jira

Job description

Are you passionate about shaping the future of humanity's presence in space? Lunar Outpost, an industry leader in space robotics and planetary vehicles, invites you to join our team! Lunar Outpost is dedicated to creating a permanent presence in space while also driving positive impacts here on Earth. We are currently seeking a Project Engineer - AI&T to contribute to our mission in a dynamic startup environment. As a Project Engineer - AI&T, you will be responsible for interfacing with all engineering functions and project management to coordinate testing efforts for product development and project deliverables. You will provide support to prototyping and development teams in developing test setups for the initial demonstration of functionality and evaluation of the Lunar Terrain Vehicle.

Take the #NextLeap with Lunar Outpost and work on the Pegasus LTV, which will carry NASA astronauts farther than they've ever been before on the lunar surface!

Key responsibilities

• Lead development and execution of spacecraft test campaigns, including schedule, budget, risk, and coordination across engineering teams and facilities
• Build and maintain project schedules in MS Project; manage day-to-day tasking for multidisciplinary engineering teams
• Develop test methods, test plans, and GSE concepts for verification, validation, and rapid prototyping
• Create and manage assembly and test processes for components, subsystems, and full vehicle integration
• Oversee planning and execution of environmental testing (vibe, static load, TVAC, acoustics, EMI/EMC)
• Support analysis of test results, generation of test reports, and drive continuous improvements to test processes
• Manage Test Readiness Reviews (TRRs) and post-test data reviews

Required qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Aerospace, Systems, Software, or related engineering field.
• 6+ years of experience in AI&T, systems engineering, or technical project/program management.
• Experience in planning and managing full environmental test campaigns (vibe, static load, TVAC, acoustics, EMI/EMC).
• Familiarity with NASA design, construction, and test standards.
• Proven leadership managing complex, multidisciplinary engineering projects under tight deadlines.
• Strong communicator who is highly organized and effective at driving cross-functional progress with internal teams and external partners.
• Skilled in planning, scheduling, budgeting, and executing test programs using tools like MS Project and Jira.
• U.S. Person.

Preferred qualifications

• Experience with rapid prototyping and fast proof-of-concept development.
• Prior experience developing special test equipment or custom test setups.
• Experience writing and executing demonstration & test procedures.
• Experience across the full lifecycle of NASA human-rated spaceflight projects.
• Background in startup or commercial aerospace environments.
• Solid understanding of systems engineering processes, requirements verification, and test methodologies.

Compensation & benefits

Compensation level and base salary are competitively structured and thoughtfully determined based on factors such as relevant skills, experience, education, and the scope of the role.

• Comprehensive health coverage: Medical, dental, and vision benefits, with 70% of premiums covered by the employer
• Paid time off: Three (3) weeks per year of vacation
• Retirement plan: Up to 4% employer match on 401(k) contributions
• Paid holidays: 11 company-recognized holidays
• Parental leave
• Educational reimbursement opportunities to support company objectives, continued learning, and career development

Lunar Outpost Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Lunar Outpost Inc. does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), national origin, ethnicity, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. All employees, including executives and human resources personnel, are expected to conduct themselves with professionalism and treat others with dignity and respect in accordance with this policy.