Senior Flight Dynamics Engineer II

  • Location: Denver, Texas
  • Type: Permanent
  • Job #7520
  • Salary: NON 136,000

Senior Flight Dynamics Engineer II

We are working with a fast-growing aerospace company developing advanced satellite and space systems. This role owns flight dynamics from mission concept through launch and on-orbit operations, with high visibility and impact across engineering and mission teams.

Responsibilities

  • Lead orbit design, trajectory optimization, and trade studies (LEO, GEO, and beyond)
  • Develop and maintain high-fidelity mission analysis models
  • Perform launch window analysis, injection targeting, and dispersions analysis
  • Define and validate delta-V budgets across all mission phases
  • Support constellation design, station-keeping, and end-of-life disposal planning
  • Develop orbit determination strategies using GNSS, radiometric, and optical data
  • Plan and analyze spacecraft maneuvers and trajectory corrections
  • Establish conjunction assessment and collision avoidance processes
  • Support mission readiness reviews, launch campaigns, and on-orbit operations
  • Build and maintain flight dynamics tools and simulation environments
  • Automate workflows to improve scalability and efficiency
  • Integrate tools with GNC, flight software, and mission operations systems
  • Evaluate and implement tools such as GMAT, STK, ODTK, MONTE, or custom frameworks
  • Collaborate with propulsion, systems, GNC, and mission operations teams
  • Mentor junior engineers and contribute to technical roadmaps
  • Interface with customers, partners, and regulatory bodies

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace Engineering, Astrodynamics, Physics, or related field (Master’s or PhD preferred)
  • 6+ years of experience in flight dynamics, astrodynamics, or mission analysis
  • Strong understanding of orbital mechanics, perturbation modeling, orbit determination, and maneuver design
  • Experience supporting real spacecraft missions through launch and operations
  • Strong programming skills (Python required; MATLAB, C++, or similar a plus)
  • Experience with industry-standard astrodynamics tools
  • Ability to work independently in a high-ownership environment
  • Strong communication and collaboration skills

Preferred Experience

  • Experience with small satellite or constellation missions
  • Background in autonomous navigation or onboard orbit determination
  • Familiarity with regulatory frameworks (FCC, NOAA, ITU, Space-Track)
  • Experience building internal analysis tools or frameworks

Compensation and Benefits

  • Salary range: $113,000 – $136,000
  • Equity included as part of the package
  • Full benefits including medical, dental, vision, HSA, FSA, life, disability, and retirement plans

Lead Systems Engineer

  • Location: Denver, Colorado
  • Type: Permanent
  • Job #7536
  • Salary: NON 180,000

A fast-growing space technology company focused on orbital safety and space domain awareness is seeking a Lead Spacecraft Systems Engineer to drive the development of next-generation small satellites.

 

This is a hands-on leadership role with full ownership of spacecraft programs, from design through launch and on-orbit operations. You will lead a multidisciplinary team, define system architecture, and ensure mission success across rapid development cycles.

 

Key Responsibilities:

  • Own end-to-end spacecraft delivery and on-orbit performance
  • Lead system architecture, integration, and technical budgets
  • Manage design, build, test, and launch activities
  • Build and lead a high-performing engineering team
  • Drive rapid prototyping and iterative development approaches
  • Conduct system trade studies and manage risk

 

Requirements:

  • 10+ years in aerospace or satellite systems
  • Proven experience delivering small satellites to orbit
  • Strong background in spacecraft systems engineering and integration
  • Experience with environmental testing and launch operations
  • Leadership experience in fast-paced engineering environments
  • US citizenship, eligible for security clearance

 

Why Apply:

  • High-impact role in an innovative, mission-driven company
  • Opportunity to shape engineering teams and culture
  • Competitive salary, benefits, and equity

Supplier Quality Engineer II

  • Location: Denver, Colorado
  • Type: Permanent
  • Job #7522
  • Salary: NON 112,000

Senior Supplier Quality Engineer

Westminster, CO | Full-Time | On-Site

Please Note: Due to U.S. Government Space Technology Export Regulations, applicants must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, conditional resident, asylee, refugee, or otherwise eligible to obtain the required U.S. Department of State authorizations.

Join a Team Shaping the Future of Space Technology

We’re partnering with an innovative aerospace company developing next-generation communication systems for satellites, spacecraft, UAVs, and other advanced aerospace platforms. As the company continues to grow, they’re looking for an experienced Senior Supplier Quality Engineer to help ensure the highest standards of supplier quality across complex electronic and aerospace hardware.

This is an exciting opportunity to work in a fast-paced environment where you’ll collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, supply chain, and operations teams to drive supplier excellence and support the delivery of cutting-edge space technologies.

What You’ll Be Doing

  • Develop and maintain supplier quality processes in accordance with AS9100 requirements.

  • Partner with Engineering, Supply Chain, Operations, and Manufacturing to ensure supplier compliance with quality and technical requirements.

  • Qualify, evaluate, and manage supplier performance throughout the supplier lifecycle.

  • Provide technical guidance and support to suppliers to improve quality and manufacturing performance.

  • Lead supplier corrective actions (SCARs), root cause investigations, and corrective action implementation.

  • Manage supplier nonconformances, RMAs, rework, and disposition activities.

  • Conduct supplier audits and source inspections as required.

  • Analyze supplier performance metrics, including quality, delivery, and corrective action effectiveness.

  • Drive continuous improvement initiatives and build strong supplier partnerships.

  • Support Design for Manufacturability (DFM) initiatives alongside engineering teams.

What We’re Looking For

  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Quality, or a related technical discipline.

  • 5–8+ years of supplier quality experience within the aerospace or defense industry.

  • Strong knowledge of AS9100 or other certified Quality Management Systems.

  • Experience managing suppliers supporting machining, PCBs, PCBAs, electronic assemblies, or aerospace hardware.

  • Proven experience with supplier audits, supplier qualification, SCARs, CAPA, and root cause analysis.

  • Ability to interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and supplier flow-down requirements.

  • Strong communication, supplier management, and cross-functional collaboration skills.

  • Experience within aerospace electronics manufacturing is highly preferred.

Why You’ll Love This Opportunity

  • Equity participation.

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.

  • Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA).

  • Life and disability insurance.

  • 401(k) retirement plan.

  • Opportunity to work on cutting-edge space and aerospace technology alongside a highly collaborative engineering team.

If you’re passionate about supplier quality, aerospace manufacturing, and helping build the next generation of space technology, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today to learn more about this exciting opportunity.

2x Quality Engineers – Snr/Principal

  • Location: Austin, Texas
  • Type: Permanent
  • Job #7400
  • Salary: NON 119,000

Senior Quality Engineer
Westminster, CO | Full-Time | On-Site

Are you passionate about driving quality excellence in a high-tech manufacturing environment? Join an innovative aerospace company developing cutting-edge communications technology for satellites, UAVs, launch vehicles, and other advanced airborne systems.

We're looking for an experienced Senior Quality Engineer to lead continuous improvement initiatives, strengthen quality systems, and help optimize manufacturing processes through Lean and Six Sigma methodologies. This is a hands-on role with significant cross-functional collaboration across engineering, manufacturing, and leadership teams.

What You'll Do

  • Lead continuous improvement initiatives using Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and Kaizen principles.
  • Drive root cause investigations and implement effective corrective actions.
  • Facilitate process improvement workshops and Value Stream Mapping (VSM) events.
  • Develop and execute continuous improvement roadmaps aligned with business objectives.
  • Mentor teams and promote a culture of operational excellence.
  • Deliver Lean and Six Sigma training across the organization.
  • Conduct machine capability (CmK) and GR&R studies using statistical analysis tools.
  • Support internal, customer, and AS9100 quality audits.
  • Develop and monitor quality metrics to improve operational performance.
  • Collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, and leadership to enhance product quality and production efficiency.

What We're Looking For

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related technical field.
  • 5+ years of Quality Engineering experience in a manufacturing environment.
  • Strong background in Continuous Improvement and Quality Management Systems.
  • Experience with AS9100 or ISO 9001.
  • Proven success leading Kaizen events and Lean initiatives.
  • Experience with Root Cause Analysis, Value Stream Mapping, and Lean Six Sigma tools.
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Aerospace, electronics, or other high-reliability manufacturing experience.
  • Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification.
  • AS9100 or ISO 9001 Internal Auditor certification.

What's On Offer

  • Equity/stock options
  • Annual bonus opportunities
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
  • 401(k) with company contribution
  • Health Savings Account (HSA) & Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
  • Life and disability insurance
  • Generous paid time off
  • Opportunity to work on cutting-edge space and aerospace technologies

Eligibility

Due to U.S. export control regulations, applicants must be a U.S. Citizen, Lawful Permanent Resident (Green Card holder), Conditional Resident, Asylee, Refugee, or otherwise eligible to obtain the required U.S. government authorizations.

If you're looking to make a real impact in the aerospace industry while helping shape the future of advanced communications technology, we'd love to hear from you.

Senior Software Quality Engineer

  • Location: Denver, Colorado
  • Type: Permanent
  • Job #7399
  • Salary: NON 126,000

An innovative aerospace technology company developing high-reliability communication systems for space and airborne platforms is seeking a Senior Quality Engineer to lead continuous improvement initiatives across engineering and manufacturing operations.

 

This role is ideal for a hands-on quality leader who combines Lean, Six Sigma, and structured problem-solving methodologies to drive measurable operational impact.

 

Key Responsibilities

  • Identify improvement opportunities and implement root cause countermeasures
  • Lead Kaizen events and cross-functional process improvement initiatives
  • Develop and execute Value Stream Mapping (VSM) roadmaps aligned with business objectives
  • Champion Lean and Six Sigma principles across engineering and manufacturing teams
  • Mentor and develop internal Lean practitioners
  • Conduct machine capability (CmK) and measurement system (GR&R) studies
  • Support AS9100 / ISO9001 audits and QMS compliance activities
  • Develop and track performance metrics to drive operational excellence

 

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree (Engineering or related field preferred)
  • 5+ years of experience in quality engineering or continuous improvement within a manufacturing environment
  • Experience working within AS9100 or ISO9001 Quality Management Systems
  • Proven experience leading Kaizen events and eliminating waste
  • Strong background in Root Cause Analysis, Lean, Six Sigma, and Value Stream Mapping
  • Strong communication and cross-functional leadership skills

 

Preferred

  • Aerospace or high-reliability electronics manufacturing experience
  • Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification
  • AS9100 / ISO auditor experience

Senior Mission Assurance Manager

  • Location: Denver, Colorado
  • Type: Permanent
  • Job #7398
  • Salary: NON 192,000

? Senior Mission Assurance Manager

? Austin, TX | Onsite

I’m currently supporting a rapidly growing aerospace and defense company developing advanced communications and electronic systems for satellites, spacecraft, and mission-critical airborne platforms.

They’re looking for a Senior Mission Assurance Manager to lead mission assurance activities across complex DoD and space programs, ensuring the highest standards of quality, reliability, and compliance throughout product development and delivery.

This is a senior leadership opportunity for someone who thrives in highly technical, fast-paced environments and enjoys working closely with engineering, manufacturing, supply chain, and government stakeholders.

Key responsibilities include:

• Leading mission assurance activities across DoD and internal programs

• Establishing and executing mission assurance plans aligned to AS9100 and customer requirements

• Supporting design reviews, qualification reviews, audits, and hardware acceptance reviews

• Acting as the primary interface for internal, customer, and government audits

• Leading FMECA, RCCA, MRB, and FRB activities for nonconformances and anomalies

• Driving supplier and subcontractor quality strategy and compliance

• Collaborating cross-functionally to support business objectives and continuous improvement initiatives

• Managing and mentoring mission assurance and quality professionals

What they’re looking for:

• 15+ years within Mission Assurance, Quality, or Reliability Engineering

• Direct experience supporting complex DoD or aerospace programs

• 5+ years of leadership or management experience

• Strong knowledge of AS9100 and defense industry quality standards

• Background within aerospace, defense, or space systems

• Strong communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills

• Ability to operate independently in high-accountability environments

• Eligibility to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance preferred

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a cutting-edge aerospace organization where mission assurance plays a critical role in delivering reliable, high-performance systems for defense and space applications.

If you'd like to learn more, feel free to reach out directly.

Senior AI Engineer – Agentic Platform Lead

  • Location: Los Angeles, California
  • Remote: Hybrid
  • Type: Permanent
  • Job #7159
  • Salary: NON 250,000

Senior AI Engineer – Agentic Platform Lead

Locations: Los Angeles, CA | Washington, D.C. | Seattle, WA
Salary Range: $165,000 – $250,000 USD

EVONA is partnering with a leading defense, national security, and space technology company to hire a Senior AI Engineer – Agentic Platform Lead.

This organization builds mission-critical systems that operate at the intersection of advanced AI, complex hardware, and real-world constraints. Their work directly supports national security, space infrastructure, and next-generation aerospace systems.

This is a senior, hands-on technical leadership role for an engineer who thrives in ambiguity, moves fast, and uses AI as leverage to eliminate friction in complex engineering workflows.


The Role

Our client is seeking a Senior AI Engineer – Agentic Platform Lead to serve as a senior technical leader within a specialized Agentic Computational Engineering (ACE) team.

You will architect and build a multi-agent AI platform that enables autonomous agents to design complex hardware systems end-to-end. You will own the technical roadmap for this platform, lead a small high-caliber team, and work closely with domain experts across propulsion, electronics, and manufacturing.

This role is ideal for a builder who is excited about turning cutting-edge AI research into real, deployable industrial capability.


What You’ll Build

  • A scalable agentic AI platform supporting autonomous hardware design

  • Distributed orchestration systems coordinating large numbers of AI agents

  • Secure execution environments where agents run code, simulations, and analyses

  • Memory, retrieval, and provenance systems (RAG, vector databases, decision logs)

  • High-performance, observable systems operating at scale


Key Responsibilities

  • Architect and own the full-stack agentic AI platform, including orchestration, runtimes, and services

  • Design distributed systems (orchestrator–worker, swarms, event-driven architectures) for agent coordination

  • Build secure execution layers integrating internal tools, simulations, and data sources

  • Implement memory, context, and decision-tracking systems for agent reasoning and traceability

  • Profile and optimize performance for latency, reliability, and observability

  • Lead and mentor a small team of engineers and technical contributors

  • Partner with engineering domain experts to translate real workflows into scalable agentic capabilities

  • Influence long-term technical strategy for agentic AI across the organization


Required Qualifications

  • Master’s + 5 years, or PhD + 3 years in Computer Science, Physics, Mathematics, or equivalent experience

  • 5+ years building production-grade backend or distributed systems in mission-critical environments

  • Strong experience with Python, Go, or Rust and modern microservice architectures

  • Hands-on experience with LLM-based systems and agent frameworks (e.g., LangGraph, AutoGen, or custom runtimes)

  • Demonstrated AI-first workflow, using LLMs and agents to materially accelerate development

  • Proven technical leadership in fast-moving, ambiguous environments


Preferred Qualifications

  • Background in Mechanical, Aerospace, Electrical Engineering, Physics, or Applied Mathematics

  • Experience integrating AI agents with engineering tools (CAD/CAE, simulation, manufacturing platforms)

  • Experience with observability stacks (logging, tracing, metrics)

  • Experience building safety-critical or mission-critical platforms

  • Open-source contributions or personal projects demonstrating deep system-building expertise


Compensation & Benefits

  • Competitive base salary: $165,000 – $250,000 USD

  • Annual bonus potential

  • Comprehensive health, retirement, and wellness benefits

  • Paid time off

Head of Vehicle Software

  • Location: Los Angeles County, California
  • Type: Permanent
  • Job #7145
  • Salary: NON 300,000

We’re supporting a well-funded, next-generation aerospace company building a new orbital launch vehicle from first principles.

This is a senior leadership role owning all software that runs on the vehicle, from embedded avionics and real-time flight systems to simulation, test, release, and deployment infrastructure.

Scope includes:

  • Safety-critical flight and embedded software across dozens of custom computers

  • Distributed, real-time control systems (flight, GNC integration, vehicle networks, telemetry)

  • Simulation, HIL/SIL, test automation, and release readiness

  • Leading and scaling a multi-team organisation (currently ~25, growing rapidly)

We’re looking for someone who has done this before, ideally having built and flown software for a complex vehicle (rockets, spacecraft, satellites, autonomy, robotics, automotive, or similar cyber-physical systems).

A rare opportunity to shape the foundational software architecture of a launch vehicle with real ownership, autonomy, and long-term upside.