Propulsion Systems Director
Core
Lead a team of project engineers to manage and certify propulsion systems for National Security Space Launches (NSSL) on SpaceX Falcon 9/Heavy and Blue Origin New Glenn launch systems.
Role type
Senior Director of Propulsion Systems (Engineering Program Management)
Builds
Launch vehicle certification and operational mission assurance for U.S. Space Force missions
Domain
Aerospace / National Security Space Launch
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Systems Engineering, Engineering Program Management, Launch Verification, Mission Assurance, Team Leadership, Strategic Planning, Budgeting, Resource Allocation, Technical Mentoring, Risk Mitigation
Preferred skills
Advanced degree in Mechanical/Aerospace Engineering, Liquid rocket engine experience, Solid rocket motor experience, Testing and analysis of launch vehicle systems, Systems engineering verification, Program Office experience, ETG experience
Technologies
Falcon 9, Falcon Heavy, New Glenn, Starship
Responsibilities
Provide leadership, planning, and management of technical staff and activities; Assign resources and coordinate activities with customer and Aerospace leadership; Establish and communicate organizational objectives and goals; Work with program office and engineering to foster innovative solutions; Participate in strategic planning, budgeting, and resource allocation; Mentor staff and identify opportunities for personnel development; Foster productive working relationships with customers and contractors; Communicate technical activities and accomplishments to leadership.
Seniority
Director, hands-on leadership & strategy