• 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

• 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.

• 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.