Strategic Space Solutions Architect Lead

Quantum Space; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 150,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

Quantum Space is seeking a Solution Engineering Lead to shape technical strategies for critical space missions, acting as the technical architect across engineering, business development, and executive leadership.

You will develop mission architectures, assess approaches, establish discriminators, and guide solution strategies throughout the business development lifecycle, balancing performance, risk, cost, and schedule.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in a technical field related to space systems.
• 10+ years in space systems, mission architectures, or advanced aerospace solutions.
• Strong systems engineering background with leadership experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead technical solution development for defense, civil, and commercial space markets.
• Translate requirements into executable mission concepts and architectures.
• Provide technical leadership across proposal lifecycles and executive reviews.
• Collaborate with capture, program management, and leadership to shape winning strategies.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Technical leadership

Systems engineering

Stakeholder collaboration

Executive communication

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Aerospace Engineering or related field

Job description

Quantum Space is seeking a Solution Engineering Lead to shape technical strategies for critical space missions, acting as the technical architect across engineering, business development, and executive leadership.

You will develop mission architectures, assess approaches, establish discriminators, and guide solution strategies throughout the business development lifecycle, balancing performance, risk, cost, and schedule.