Space Solutions Architect & Portfolio Lead

Advanced Space; Westminster (MD); On-site; USD 134,000 - 174,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401K plan

Signing bonus

Quarterly performance bonuses

Relocation assistance

Flexible PTO

Job summary

Advanced Space in Westminster, CO seeks a Solutions Architect/Portfolio Lead to define the technology roadmap and drive portfolio execution. You will lead high-level concepts, collaborate with CTO and Business Development, and help win new work while maturing funded projects.

The role demands deep domain knowledge across mission concepts, systems engineering, and strategic portfolio management, with strong communication to leadership and partners. A dynamic, mission-focused environment awaits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field; Masters/PhD preferred.
• 8–12 years in relevant spacecraft mission design concepts.
• Ability to lead architecture trade studies and translate objectives into requirements.

Responsibilities

• Develop technology roadmap for portfolio area and align with company goals.
• Lead high-level concepts and engage with proposal and sales teams to win work.
• Present portfolio progress, ROI, and financials to leadership.
• Coordinate with engineering, PM, and systems teams to document knowledge.

Skills

Mission design

Systems engineering

Leadership

Architecture trade studies

Education

Bachelor's in Engineering

Masters preferred

PhD desirable

Job description

Advanced Space in Westminster, CO seeks a Solutions Architect/Portfolio Lead to define the technology roadmap and drive portfolio execution. You will lead high-level concepts, collaborate with CTO and Business Development, and help win new work while maturing funded projects.

The role demands deep domain knowledge across mission concepts, systems engineering, and strategic portfolio management, with strong communication to leadership and partners. A dynamic, mission-focused environment awaits.