Senior Project Engineer I/II

Agile Space Industries, Inc.; Durango (CO); On-site; USD 112,000 - 175,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

Dental and vision plans

Flexible Time Off

Parental leave

Job summary

Agile Space Industries in Durango, CO, seeks an experienced Project Engineer to drive multi-disciplinary hardware development for spaceflight tanks and pressure vessels. Lead technical execution from requirements to flight production, coordinate plans, and manage cross-functional teams.

The role demands 5+ years in aerospace hardware development, strong technical judgment, and excellent communication. Onsite work in Durango with competitive benefits and career growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• B.S. in Engineering or related field or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years aerospace or hardware product development experience.
• Experience leading technical teams in spaceflight tank and pressure-vessel programs.
• Ability to work across multidisciplinary engineering teams.
• Strong technical judgment and problem solving.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience with technical planning, documentation, risk and requirements management, and gate reviews.
• Knowledge of hardware development lifecycles from design to production.

Responsibilities

• Lead technical execution for spaceflight tank and pressure-vessel development programs from requirements through flight production.
• Develop and manage technical plans, work packages, schedules, priorities, milestones, and resource needs.
• Coordinate engineering, manufacturing, test, quality, supply chain, suppliers, customers, and program management to achieve technical, cost, and schedule objectives.
• Drive technical decisions, issue resolution, anomaly investigations, and product-improvement efforts.
• Drive successful completion of analysis, manufacturing, qualification, proof, acceptance, and production testing for tank and pressure-vessel hardware.
• Lead preparation for and execution of technical reviews, including SRR, PDR, CDR, TRR, internal reviews, and customer reviews.
• Manage technical documentation and customer deliverables.
• Serve as a technical interface with customers, suppliers, and internal stakeholders.

Skills

5+ years experience

Technical leadership

Cross-functional teamwork

Technical judgment

Communication

Technical planning

Documentation

Risk management

Requirements management

Gate reviews

Hardware lifecycle

Education

B.S. in Engineering or related field

Job description

Agile Space Industries is a rapidly growing supplier of propulsion hardware and engineering services for the space industry. Headquartered in Durango, Colorado, with expanding operations in and Tulsa, Oklahoma, and upcoming growth in Seattle, Washington, Agile has achieved more than 40% year-over-year growth for the past three years, and our momentum continues to accelerate.

At Agile, we design, build, and test in-space propulsion systems that give spacecraft the ability to maneuver with precision, reliability, and purpose. Our technologies play a critical role in missions that range from lunar landings and resource utilization to national defense, human exploration, and commercial space transport.

We are seeking bold and driven individuals who thrive in a hands-on, fast-moving environment and want to help write the next chapter of space history as part of a close-knit, innovative team. You will take on a demanding and rewarding role at Agile, directly shaping the future of in-space propulsion. As an integral contributor during our growth stage, you will be eligible to participate in our stock option plan, giving you the opportunity to share in the long-term value you help create. All stock grants are subject to executive review and approval in accordance with the Company’s equity plan.

Agile Space Industries is seeking an experienced Project Engineer to drive technical execution across multidisciplinary teams developing spaceflight pressure vessels, propellant tanks, and associated fluid-system hardware.

The Project Engineer works across Program Management, Systems Engineering, Product Leads, Technical Fellows, engineering, manufacturing, test, supply chain, quality, suppliers, and customers to keep tank product development aligned with technical objectives, cost, schedule, and program priorities. This position is open at Levels III–V and will be leveled based on experience, technical leadership, complexity, and scope of responsibility.

The ideal candidate brings strong hardware product-development experience, sound technical judgment, and the ability to lead complex multidisciplinary efforts in a fast-paced development environment. Experience with spacecraft tank and pressure-vessel systems; including design, integration, test, qualification, manufacturing, and production is strongly desired.

Responsibilities

• Lead technical execution for spaceflight tank and pressure-vessel development programs from requirements through flight production.
• Develop and manage technical plans, work packages, schedules, priorities, milestones, and resource needs.
• Coordinate engineering, manufacturing, test, quality, supply chain, suppliers, customers, and program management to achieve technical, cost, and schedule objectives.
• Drive technical decisions, issue resolution, anomaly investigations, and product-improvement efforts.
• Drive successful completion of analysis, manufacturing, qualification, proof, acceptance, and production testing for tank and pressure-vessel hardware.
• Lead preparation for and execution of technical reviews, including SRR, PDR, CDR, TRR, internal reviews, and customer reviews.
• Manage technical documentation and customer deliverables.
• Serve as a technical interface with customers, suppliers, and internal stakeholders.

Required Qualifications

• B.S. in Engineering or related technical field, or equivalent professional experience.
• 5+ years relevant aerospace or hardware product development experience.
• Experience leading technical teams through spaceflight tank and pressure-vessel development programs.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively across multidisciplinary engineering teams.
• Strong technical judgment and ability to work through complex development issues.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience with technical planning, technical documentation, risk management, requirements management, and gated design reviews.
• Knowledge of hardware-development lifecycles, including design, analysis, manufacturing, integration, test, qualification, acceptance, and production.

Leveling Guide Placement

This position is open to candidates at the Project Engineer III, IV, or V level. The final level and compensation will be determined during the interview process based on the candidate’s relevant experience, technical depth, demonstrated leadership, independence, and scope of prior responsibility.

The minimum qualifications for this posting reflect the Project Engineer III level. Candidates with additional experience leading complex development efforts, independently making program-level technical decisions, coordinating multidisciplinary teams, mentoring technical staff, or providing technical leadership across multiple programs may be considered for placement at a higher level.

Physical Requirements

Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer

Employment Type

Exempt

Salary

$112,000-$175,000 annually Final compensation will be based on factors such as experience, skills, and internal equity, and is typically made within the midrange, rather than the upper end.

Work Schedule

Full Time

Location

Onsite in Durango, CO

Posting Timeline

This position will remain open for a minimum of five (5) days and will continue to accept applications until the role is filled. Early applications are encouraged, as reviews and interviews may begin during the posting period.

What You’ll Love About Us

• generous health coverage
• dental and vision plans
• Flexible Time Off
• parental leave
• a 401(k) with 100% company match up to 4%

We are committed to creating a diverse work environment and proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, or any other basis protected by law.

Don’t meet every single requirement? At Agile, we are committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace. If you’re excited about this role but your experience doesn’t perfectly align with every qualification, we encourage you to apply anyway. You might be the perfect fit for this role or another opportunity with us.

Disclaimer

Agile is proud to offer a competitive benefits package to support our team members as they take on challenging, mission-driven work. The benefits listed in this job description are applicable to full-time employees. Part-time, temporary, or other non-full-time employees may have different benefit eligibility in accordance with company policy and applicable plan terms.

Reasonable Accommodation

At Agile, our goal is to create an accessible and inclusive experience for all candidates applying and interviewing at Agile Space Industries. If you need a reasonable accommodation during the application or the recruiting process, please submit a request to [e-mail].

Recruitment Notice

Agile Space Industries is not partnering with external recruiters or agencies at this time. Please do not contact our staff directly regarding open positions. All candidates must apply through our official application process to be considered.