Spacecraft Technical Program Lead (Onsite LA)

Aleron; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Acara Solutions seeks a Spacecraft Technical Project Lead in Los Angeles, onsite, to spearhead spacecraft development from concept through launch. You will guide design, integration, testing and operations, and partner with cross‑functional engineering teams.

The role requires at least five years in spacecraft design, AI&T, and launch integration, with the ability to obtain DoD Top Secret clearance. Aleron and Acara offer a collaborative, outcomes‑driven environment with growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in spacecraft design incl. systems and subsystems.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in spacecraft assembly, integration and testing (AI&T).
• Minimum 5 years of experience with launch integration and coordination with launch services providers.
• Ability to obtain and maintain DoD Top Secret Clearance.

Responsibilities

• Lead the overall development of spacecraft from conceptual design through final assembly, testing, launch, and operations.
• Lead spacecraft assembly, integration, and testing (AI&T) to ensure compliance with mission requirements and timelines.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering teams to resolve technical challenges and optimize design solutions.
• Support launch integration activities, interfacing with launch providers to ensure spacecraft systems are launch-ready.
• Work with the R&D team to integrate cutting-edge technological advancements into spacecraft design.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to engineering teams, fostering innovation and continuous improvement.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure technical objectives are met on time and within budget.
• Communicate with suppliers to ensure deliverables align with technical, budgetary, and schedule objectives.

Skills

Spacecraft design

AI&T

Launch integration

DoD clearance

Job description

Acara Solutions seeks a Spacecraft Technical Project Lead in Los Angeles, onsite, to spearhead spacecraft development from concept through launch. You will guide design, integration, testing and operations, and partner with cross‑functional engineering teams.

The role requires at least five years in spacecraft design, AI&T, and launch integration, with the ability to obtain DoD Top Secret clearance. Aleron and Acara offer a collaborative, outcomes‑driven environment with growth opportunities.