Senior Aerospace Systems Engineer & Tech Lead

Sierra Nevada Corporation; Lone Tree (CO); Hybrid; USD 125,000 - 172,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision plans

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

Paid time off 3 weeks

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Sierra Nevada Corporation seeks a Senior Aerospace Engineer to act as the technical authority for design, development, and testing of advanced aerospace products. You will oversee projects, mentor engineers, and drive innovation in C4ISR and aviation systems.

The role requires a strong background in CFD/FEA, systems engineering, and experience leading cross-disciplinary teams in a fast-paced environment. Office-based in Lone Tree, CO with travel as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace Engineering or related field.
• Master’s degree or Ph.D. in Aerospace Engineering preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical leadership for the development of complex aerospace systems.
• Lead and coordinate multi-disciplinary engineering teams.
• Oversee comprehensive analysis and validation testing.
• Serve as a subject matter expert in design reviews and technical discussions.
• Develop and implement engineering best practices and standards.
• Foster relationships with clients, suppliers, and industry partners.

Skills

CFD simulations

FEA

Multi-disciplinary teams

Design reviews

Engineering leadership

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace Engineering

Master’s degree or Ph.D. preferred

Tools

StarCCM+

CFD++

Job description

Sierra Nevada Corporation seeks a Senior Aerospace Engineer to act as the technical authority for design, development, and testing of advanced aerospace products. You will oversee projects, mentor engineers, and drive innovation in C4ISR and aviation systems.

The role requires a strong background in CFD/FEA, systems engineering, and experience leading cross-disciplinary teams in a fast-paced environment. Office-based in Lone Tree, CO with travel as needed.