Senior Propulsion Team Lead - Hall-Effect Thrusters

EVONA; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

An established aerospace organization is seeking a senior Electric Propulsion Team Lead in Denver, Colorado. This hands-on technical leadership role involves owning the design, analysis, and testing of advanced electric propulsion systems, focusing on Hall-effect thrusters. The ideal candidate will have over 7 years of experience in propulsion system development and expert knowledge in the propulsion lifecycle. This position allows significant influence over propulsion architecture and offers opportunities to mentor and develop a high-impact engineering team.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in electric propulsion system development.
• Minimum 4 years of direct experience with Hall-effect thrusters.
• Experience across the full propulsion development lifecycle.

Responsibilities

• Lead and technically guide the Hall-effect thruster and propellant systems development team.
• Provide functional management including mentoring and performance reviews.
• Work closely with program management and IPT leads to plan resources.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Mentoring

Technical guidance

Education

Master’s degree in engineering or related technical discipline

Job description

An established aerospace organization is seeking a senior Electric Propulsion Team Lead in Denver, Colorado. This hands-on technical leadership role involves owning the design, analysis, and testing of advanced electric propulsion systems, focusing on Hall-effect thrusters. The ideal candidate will have over 7 years of experience in propulsion system development and expert knowledge in the propulsion lifecycle. This position allows significant influence over propulsion architecture and offers opportunities to mentor and develop a high-impact engineering team.