CareerPlan

Engineering Manager, Propulsion Vehicle Subsystem

Denver, COFull-time$165k2026-10-07 → 2026-11-11
On-siteSecurity clearance required

Core

Own strategy and execution of propulsion systems across autonomous spacecraft and space-based interceptors, leading a team of engineers and analysts.

Role type

Senior Engineering Manager (Propulsion)

Builds

Next-generation propulsion subsystems for Jackal, Space Based Interceptors, and future vehicles

Domain

Aerospace / Space Propulsion

Required skills

Propulsion system design, fluid systems engineering, team leadership, requirements management, supplier management, trade study analysis, safety compliance, budget and schedule management

Preferred skills

Space vehicle development program management, hypergolic propellant handling (NTO, MMH, UDMH), scaling teams in high-growth environments

Technologies

Propulsion subsystems, fluid systems, hypergolic propellants

Responsibilities

Supervise and develop a team of propulsion engineers; manage resources across dynamic programs to meet milestones; provide technical oversight and approval for major design and analysis decisions; champion safety and resolve complex technical blockers; work with supply chain to ensure vendor performance.

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC with people management