Senior Director, Launch Systems

Voyager Technologies, Inc.; Mojave Heights (CA); On-site; USD 245,000 - 270,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Time Off

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) retirement plan with company 50

Wellness programs

Employee assistance programs

Job summary

Voyager Technologies, Inc. is seeking a Senior Director, Launch Systems to lead Mojave site operations and propulsion/test campaigns. This hands-on role owns safety, schedule, cost, and quality across engineering, test, propulsion/manufacturing, and support functions.

Based in Mojave, CA, you will build disciplined processes and a strong site culture while coordinating with program leadership. Requires a 12+ year track record in aerospace/defense, a technical degree, and eligibility for US

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, or related technical field is required.
• 12+ years of progressive leadership experience in Aerospace, Space, Defense, or advanced manufacturing/test operations.
• Experience managing a manufacturing, propulsion test, or flight test facility with safety, schedule, cost, and quality accountability.
• Experience with rocket propulsion testing, flight test operations, or range safety preferred.
• Hands-on, visible leadership style, able to lead multidisciplinary teams in a fast-paced, hands-on environment.
• On-site in Mojave, CA with limited travel.

Responsibilities

• Own day-to-day site operations at Mojave, including propulsion test operations, flight test operations, and facilities.
• Lead planning and execution of test campaigns and GN&C testing.
• Manage site operating budget, cost control, capacity planning, ERP utilization, and dashboards.
• Partner with VPGM and functional leaders to align site execution with program objectives.
• Support scalable schedules and processes for higher-rate operations.
• Represent Voyager to customers, government stakeholders, and the Mojave Air and Space Port.
• Build and develop a high-performing, safety-first site team across functions.
• Drive continuous improvement in site processes and reporting.

Skills

Leadership

Site operations

Cost management

Quality management

Safety leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, or related technical field

Tools

ERP systems

Labor tracking

KPIs

Job description

Senior Director, Launch Systems

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, were building technologies that protect lives, expand frontiers and prepare us for whats next. And were doing that with people who are wired to solve, build, adapt and lead. These roles are not for the faint of heart.

Youll help lay the foundation for humanity's future. Join a culture where innovation thrives, curiosity is rewarded, and impact is real. Were 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.

Job Summary

The General Manager Mojave is a site-level operating leader responsible for the day-to-day performance of Voyager Technologies Mojave, California site, where propulsion and test facility operations operate, and which serves as a base for flight testing of guidance, navigation, and control technologies, including rocket systems.

Reporting to the Vice President & General Manager, Strategic Systems, this leader owns site execution safety, schedule, cost, and quality across engineering, test, propulsion/manufacturing operations, and support managerial functions based at Mojave, while partnering with program, business development, and functional leadership at the business-unit level.

This is a hands-on role for a leader who thrives close to the hardware and the test range, and who can build disciplined processes and a strong site culture as Mojaves role within Voyagers portfolio grows.

Responsibilities

• Own day-to-day site operations at Mojave, including propulsion test operations, flight test operations, manufacturing/production support, facilities, and site safety, ensuring alignment to cost, schedule, and quality commitments.
• Lead planning and execution of test campaigns, including flight test operations and GN&C technology testing, in close coordination with program management and engineering leadership.
• Where necessary, manage the sites operating budget, driving disciplined cost control, capacity planning, ERP utilization, labor tracking, and performance dashboards.
• Partner with the VPGM, Strategic Systems, and other relevant functional leaders to align site execution with program and business objectives.
• Support the build toward higher-rate operations at the site, establishing scalable schedules and processes.
• Serve as Voyagers on-site representative to customers, government stakeholders, the Mojave Air and Space Port, and the local community.
• Build, lead, and develop a high-performing, safety-first site team across engineering, test, operations, and support functions.
• Drive continuous improvement in site processes, tooling, and reporting to support Voyagers growth and the integration of new programs at Mojave.

Required Qualification

• Bachelors degree in Engineering, Business, or a related technical field.
• Must be eligible to obtain and maintain a US Government clearance (requires US citizenship).
• 12+ years of progressive leadership experience in Aerospace, Space, Defense, or advanced manufacturing/test operations.
• Demonstrated experience managing a manufacturing, propulsion test, or flight test facility, including responsibility for safety, schedule, cost, and quality outcomes.
• Experience with rocket propulsion testing, flight test operations, or range safety strongly preferred.
• Proven ability to lead and develop multidisciplinary teams (engineering, test/operations, manufacturing, quality, safety) in a fast-paced, hands-on environment.
• Experience with ERP systems, labor tracking, KPIs, and operational performance measurement.
• Hands-on, visible leadership style, credible with engineers, technicians, and site personnel.
• Based on-site in Mojave, CA with limited travel as needed.

The good faith base salary rangefor this role is $245,000.00 - $270,000.00at 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 120130) and the Export Administration Regulations (EAR) (15 CFR Parts 730774), 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

$245,000 $270,000 USD

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