We are representing a venture-backed, deep-tech semiconductor company building critical infrastructure for next-generation AI and high-performance computing systems.
With significant capital raised and a major growth round in motion, the business is preparing to scale toward commercial manufacturing over the next 24–36 months. The next raise is expected to exceed $100m.
You will:
Lead large-scale institutional fundraising ($50m–$100m+)
Architect the financial strategy ahead of manufacturing ramp
Build institutional-grade reporting, systems and controls
Own long-range forecasting in a capital-intensive environment
Structure and negotiate complex commercial and supply chain agreements
Partner directly with the CEO as a strategic co-pilot
Prepare the business for global scale, defence exposure and Tier 1 partnerships
This is a pre-revenue environment moving toward low- and high-volume manufacturing over the next 2–3 years.
We are looking for a CFO who has:
Operated in semiconductor, advanced hardware, tooling, or deep-tech manufacturing
Raised significant growth capital from institutional or sovereign investors
Built finance infrastructure from early stage to scale
Strong commercial judgment and real contract negotiation experience
Comfort operating in technically complex, engineering-led environments
Gravitas with investors, boards and strategic partners
Folsom, CA (Hybrid) Defense & National Security Full-Time $75,000 – $110,000
An innovative defense and national security engineering organisation is seeking an Embedded Software Engineer to support the development of advanced airborne ISR and mission-critical systems.
This is an excellent opportunity for an early-career engineer who is excited to work on complex, real-world systems in a highly collaborative, small-team environment.
The Opportunity
You’ll contribute to the design, development, and testing of embedded and Linux-based software supporting advanced intelligence and defense technologies.
The role offers exposure across the full software lifecycle, working alongside systems engineers, technical leads, and programme managers on high-impact projects.
Key Responsibilities
Support software analysis, design, development, and testing
Collaborate across software and systems engineering teams
Evaluate and integrate commercial and open-source technologies
Contribute to architectural prototyping and system improvements
Assist in preparing technical briefings and documentation
Participate in customer and technical review meetings
Requirements
1–2 years of commercial experience in Engineering or Computer Science
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or related field
Experience with C, C++, or similar systems programming languages (Linux environment)
Comfortable working with command-line interfaces
Experience with shell and/or Python scripting
Understanding of network fundamentals (IP addressing, subnetting, protocols)
Basic knowledge of object-oriented design, distributed systems, and embedded concepts
Strong communication skills and ability to work in a collaborative team
Must be eligible to obtain and maintain a U.S. Security Clearance (U.S. Citizenship required)
A leading U.S.-based defense and national security engineering organization is seeking a Software Engineer III – Embedded Systems to support the development of advanced airborne ISR and propulsion-related technologies.
The Role
You will contribute to the architecture, development, integration, and testing of embedded software systems supporting airborne intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance platforms.
Working alongside senior engineers and customers, you will help define software requirements, prototype alternate architectures, and deliver robust solutions in demanding operational environments.
Key Responsibilities
Define and implement embedded software requirements and system designs
Develop, integrate, and test embedded applications within RTOS environments
Evaluate and incorporate emerging software technologies, including open-source tools where appropriate
Support architectural prototyping and alternative design approaches
Prepare and present technical materials at internal and customer reviews
Participate in peer reviews, customer meetings, and problem-solving sessions
Make informed technical decisions that influence software product direction
Contribute to Agile development processes and collaborative engineering efforts
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Computer Science
4 to 7 years of experience in embedded software development
Strong experience with C/C++, Python, MATLAB, Linux, and Git
Understanding of object-oriented design, concurrent programming, digital signal processing, and distributed systems
Experience working in RTOS environments
Familiarity with Agile methodologies and tools such as JIRA
Knowledge of secure programming and encryption principles
Strong communication skills and ability to operate in collaborative team environments
Willingness to travel up to 25 percent
U.S. Citizenship required with the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Security Clearance
Software Systems Engineer – ISR Systems – Security Clearance Eligible Required
An established and rapidly growing defense technology organization is seeking a Software Systems Engineer to lead the architecture, design, development, and integration of advanced Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR) software systems.
This is a senior engineering position requiring deep technical expertise, lifecycle ownership, and strong leadership capability. The successful candidate will play a key role in delivering mission-critical ISR capabilities deployed in demanding operational environments.
The Role
You will take ownership of software system architecture and integration across the full program lifecycle, from requirements definition through integration, validation, and deployment.
This position requires a strong background in embedded and distributed systems, experience working in real-time environments, and the ability to technically direct multi-disciplinary engineering efforts.
Key Responsibilities
Lead software and system architecture, development, integration, and test efforts across ISR programs
Define, analyze, and document customer requirements and translate them into executable technical solutions
Support system integration, performance analysis, and flight testing activities
Develop system-level documentation including requirements specifications, verification plans, and test procedures
Prepare and present materials for technical reviews including SRR, PDR, CDR, TRR, and customer interchange meetings
Provide technical leadership and mentorship to engineering teams
Support capture efforts, technical proposals, and customer engagements
Make critical technical decisions that shape software architecture and product direction
Interface directly with systems engineers, program managers, and external customers
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Computer Science from an accredited institution
10 to 15 years of experience in software systems engineering within defense, aerospace, or other mission-critical domains
Strong expertise in Java, C, and C++
Deep understanding of object-oriented design principles and distributed computing environments
Experience with embedded real-time software systems
Knowledge of concurrent programming, networking protocols, routing, and client/server architectures
Experience maintaining and debugging deployed software systems
Strong understanding of operating systems, compilers, development tools, and database systems
Proven leadership experience directing engineering teams through full project lifecycles
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to travel up to 25 percent
U.S. Citizenship required with ability to obtain and maintain appropriate U.S. Security Clearance
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with secure programming, encryption, and information assurance
Familiarity with ISR-related frameworks and open standards environments
Experience with GPU acceleration or CUDA-based processing
Experience supporting safety-critical or classified programs
Current DoD Top Secret SCI clearance
Master’s degree in Computer Science or Engineering
Software Systems Engineer – ISR Systems – Security Clearance Eligible Required
An established and rapidly growing defense technology organization is seeking a Software Systems Engineer to lead the architecture, design, development, and integration of advanced Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR) software systems.
This is a senior engineering position requiring deep technical expertise, lifecycle ownership, and strong leadership capability. The successful candidate will play a key role in delivering mission-critical ISR capabilities deployed in demanding operational environments.
The Role
You will take ownership of software system architecture and integration across the full program lifecycle, from requirements definition through integration, validation, and deployment.
This position requires a strong background in embedded and distributed systems, experience working in real-time environments, and the ability to technically direct multi-disciplinary engineering efforts.
Key Responsibilities
Lead software and system architecture, development, integration, and test efforts across ISR programs
Define, analyze, and document customer requirements and translate them into executable technical solutions
Support system integration, performance analysis, and flight testing activities
Develop system-level documentation including requirements specifications, verification plans, and test procedures
Prepare and present materials for technical reviews including SRR, PDR, CDR, TRR, and customer interchange meetings
Provide technical leadership and mentorship to engineering teams
Support capture efforts, technical proposals, and customer engagements
Make critical technical decisions that shape software architecture and product direction
Interface directly with systems engineers, program managers, and external customers
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Computer Science from an accredited institution
10 to 15 years of experience in software systems engineering within defense, aerospace, or other mission-critical domains
Strong expertise in Java, C, and C++
Deep understanding of object-oriented design principles and distributed computing environments
Experience with embedded real-time software systems
Knowledge of concurrent programming, networking protocols, routing, and client/server architectures
Experience maintaining and debugging deployed software systems
Strong understanding of operating systems, compilers, development tools, and database systems
Proven leadership experience directing engineering teams through full project lifecycles
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to travel up to 25 percent
U.S. Citizenship required with ability to obtain and maintain appropriate U.S. Security Clearance
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with secure programming, encryption, and information assurance
Familiarity with ISR-related frameworks and open standards environments
Experience with GPU acceleration or CUDA-based processing
Experience supporting safety-critical or classified programs
Current DoD Top Secret SCI clearance
Master’s degree in Computer Science or Engineering
Boston, MA Starting salary $160,000 Full-time, onsite
We’re supporting an innovative ocean technology company building advanced subsea robotic systems designed to unlock deeper insights into our oceans.
They are now looking for a Senior Robotics & Autonomy Software Engineer to take ownership of mission-critical autonomy software across a growing fleet of subsea vehicles.
The Opportunity
In this role, you will design, build, and deploy autonomy software that directly controls robotic vehicle behaviour and mission execution in dynamic marine environments.
You will work across the full autonomy stack, from onboard vehicle systems through to supporting cloud infrastructure. Your focus will be improving mission robustness, operational efficiency, and the quality of environmental data captured at scale.
This is a hands-on engineering role with real-world operational impact. You will take features from concept through simulation, into sea trials, and ultimately fleet-wide deployment.
You’ll collaborate closely with mechanical, electrical, firmware, and operations teams to ensure seamless integration between software, hardware, and sensing systems.
If you enjoy solving complex autonomy problems in real-world environments and want your work deployed beyond the lab, this is a strong fit.
What They’re Looking For
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Robotics, Aerospace Engineering, or related discipline
6 to 10 years of experience developing software for robotics, autonomous systems, aerospace, aircraft, medical devices, or other mission-critical physical systems
Deep expertise in at least one autonomy domain, with working knowledge across others:
Perception
Decision-making and reasoning
Planning and scheduling
State estimation and control
Experience with modern autonomy stacks including:
Sensor processing and tracking using cameras, acoustic sensors, radar, or LIDAR
State machines, behaviour trees, or hierarchical task frameworks
Global and local motion planning in constrained or spatio-temporal environments
System health monitoring, fault detection, and contingency handling
Experience with ROS or ROS 2
Strong C++ and Python development skills
Linux expertise and familiarity with open-source tooling
Experience with CI/CD, version control, testing, and code reviews
Robotics or autonomy simulation experience
Proven cross-functional collaboration across hardware and operations teams
US Citizen or Permanent Resident
Nice to Have
Marine robotics or offshore operational experience
Sensor fusion expertise
Experience with ML frameworks such as PyTorch, TensorFlow, or OpenCV
Application of machine learning to perception or planning
Embedded software development experience
Experience with real-time operating systems such as FreeRTOS
This is a full-time, onsite position based in Boston, with a starting salary of $160,000.
LEAP Space – We are hiring a Weld Engineer – Launch Vehicle Structures
Role: Weld Engineer – Launch Vehicle Structures
Location: Broomfield, Colorado
Working model: Hybrid
About LEAP
LEAP is transforming space logistics with rapid-response, mass producible launch solutions designed to eliminate bottlenecks in space access. Leveraging proprietary propulsion technology and modern manufacturing techniques, LEAP delivers scalable and cost-effective, launch solutions for national security, commercial payload deployment, and global point-to-point logistics applications.
The Launch Vehicle Structures Weld Engineer is responsible for developing, qualifying, and sustaining all welding and joining processes used in the fabrication of flight propellant tanks and unpressurized structures for LEAPS suborbital and orbital launch vehicles. This role owns weld process design, procedure qualification, tooling collaboration, inspection coordination, and production support ensuring welds meet structural, fracture, and quality requirements for flight hardware. This role collaborates with weld technicians, fixture design engineers, NDE, and stress teams to deliver repeatable, certifiable, and flight-worthy welds.
Description
Impacts & Outcomes
Develop, qualify, and maintain welding procedures (WPS/PQR) for propellant tanks and pressure vessels, ensuring weld processes are certified, repeatable, and compliant with structural, fracture-control, and pressure-vessel requirements for flight hardware
Define weld joint designs, fit-up requirements, and weld sequencing in collaboration with design and structures teams, ensuring load paths, distortion control, and structural margins are maintained while enabling repeatable, high-quality production welds
Establish process windows, parameter control, and acceptance criteria, resulting in reduced variability, fewer weld defects, and improved first-pass inspection acceptance
Support tooling design and fixture development to control alignment and distortion, ensuring dimensional accuracy, structural integrity, and repeatable weld quality across production hardware
Troubleshoot weld defects, distortion, and variability to maintain qualified welding processes and consistent production performance
Provide daily support to tank fabrication and assembly operations, ensuring welding processes are executed correctly, issues are resolved in real time, and production progresses safely, efficiently, and to flight-quality standards
What You Bring to the Team
Bachelor’s degree in Welding Engineering, Materials Science, Mechanical Engineering, or related field. (Required)
5+ years of experience developing and qualifying weld processes for aerospace or high-performance pressure vessels. (Required)
Strong understanding of weld setup, joint design, fixturing, and distortion control.
Strong understanding of weld metallurgy, defects, and NDE methods.
Ability to work directly on the shop floor in a fast-paced startup environment.
Experience operating under aggressive schedules with flight-critical hardware.
Bonus Points
Prior work on launch vehicles, spacecraft, or flight pressure vessels.
Experience working to AWS D17.1 and AIAA S-080 standards.
Experience working in handheld laser and robotic laser weld cells.
Experience with laser welding of thin-wall aerospace structures.
Background working in startup or rapid-development environments.
Compensation
Salary Range: $130,00 – 160,000
The estimated salary range for this role reflects various compensation factors. The final offer depends on factors such as work experience, education, training, key skills, and business needs.
In addition, LEAP provides a comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees, which includes:
Equity Program: Equity plan participation is available to all employees following an initial 90-day employment period and is performance-based. Equity allocations are determined on a case-by-case basis and are not guaranteed. Managers may make recommendations based on individual and team performance. All equity grants are subject to executive review and approval in accordance with the Company’s equity plan.
Retirement Planning: Save for the future with a 401(k) plan that includes competitive company matching.
Growth Opportunities: Take advantage of a professional development stipend to advance your skills and expertise.
Flexible Time Off: We encourage taking time off when you need it. Our policy includes unlimited PTO, generous holiday breaks, two week-long company winter shutdowns, and paid leave for family care, parental bonding, or personal health needs.
Remote Work Flexibility: Our team operates on a hybrid model. We expect you to work with your team for specific details on work location.
Health Benefits: LEAP provides comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage at minimal to no cost for employees. Coverage for dependents and HSA are also available.
Insurance Coverage: We cover basic life and long-term disability insurance, with options to add extra coverage to ensure peace of mind for you and your family.
LEAP is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace in Colorado. Our team brings together exceptionally talented and diverse individuals who are pushing the boundaries of space access and logistics. We welcome all qualified applicants and provide equal consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, Veteran status, age, or any other protected characteristic under federal, state, or local law. This includes individuals with a criminal history, in compliance with applicable regulations. We actively encourage applications from minorities, women, Veterans, and people with disabilities. At LEAP, we strive to create a supportive and welcoming environment throughout the hiring process. If you’re excited about making a real-world impact in space technology, we want to hear from you!
System Spacecraft Test Engineer $130,000 – $150,000 Full-time | On-site | San Jose, CA
Company Overview Our client designs, builds, and operates advanced small satellite systems to support turnkey space missions in Earth observation, communications, in-orbit demonstrations, and exploration. With a collaborative engineering culture and global infrastructure, they are pushing the boundaries of space technology to deliver high-performance systems for both commercial and government customers.
Position Summary We’re seeking a Senior System Spacecraft Test Engineer to join a hands-on, mission-driven team ensuring spacecraft are ready for launch and on-orbit success. In this role, you’ll develop and execute system test plans, automate test procedures, and perform data analysis on spacecraft hardware. You’ll collaborate with design engineers, project managers, and customers to define test strategies, troubleshoot anomalies, and drive continuous improvement of test operations from subsystem delivery through launch. This is an opportunity to work at the intersection of test engineering, systems integration, and automation on complex, high-reliability spacecraft systems.
Key Responsibilities
Develop comprehensive system test plans and procedures to verify spacecraft performance from subsystem delivery through launch
Perform, automate, and analyze spacecraft system tests; present results and feedback to engineering teams
Ensure test plans meet evolving system requirements and mission characteristics
Troubleshoot anomalous test results, identify defects, and support root-cause resolution
Collect or design necessary support equipment and automate test procedures to improve efficiency
Document test changes, results, and issues with high attention to detail
Drive continuous improvement in test processes while ensuring hardware and personnel safety
Minimum Qualifications
B.S. or M.S. in Engineering (Aerospace, Mechanical, Electrical, Software), Math, Physics, or related field
2+ years of experience testing complex systems, ideally spacecraft or similarly high-reliability hardware
Experience with RF systems
High proficiency in test automation or Python programming
Ability to interpret and follow system documentation accurately
Hands-on experience with hardware testing and diagnostic tools such as multimeters, oscilloscopes, power sources, spectrum analyzers, and modems
Strong communication and collaborative problem-solving skills
U.S. citizenship or lawful permanent residency (Green Card) required under export control regulations
Preferred Qualifications
Familiarity with mission assurance practices
Experience with spacecraft manufacturing or high-volume production environments
Background in electrical or software design
Proficiency with Python libraries such as pandas for test data analysis
Experience automating tests with spectrum analyzers, power meters, or modems
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
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