Director of Test Site Operations

  • Location: Hancock County, Mississippi
  • Type: Permanent
  • Job #7576
  • Salary: NON 250,000

Director of Test Site Operations
Hancock County, Mississippi

An innovative space technology company is seeking a Director of Test Site Operations to lead and scale a high-performance propulsion test facility supporting engine development through to high-cadence production testing.

This is a critical leadership role with full ownership of test infrastructure, site operations, and technical execution. You will play a key part in building and operating a world-class test environment within a fast-paced, mission-driven organisation.

You will lead multidisciplinary teams across engineering and operations, driving test site performance, infrastructure development, and program delivery. This role requires a hands-on leader comfortable operating across technical, operational, and logistical domains.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead and mentor engineering and technician teams across engine testing, test stand development, and infrastructure operations.
  • Own project planning, budgets, and schedules, ensuring successful delivery across multiple programs.
  • Manage contractors and suppliers supporting site operations and development.
  • Drive continuous improvement of test infrastructure to enable high-frequency testing.
  • Oversee site operations including administration, supply chain, and logistics.
  • Ensure a strong safety culture and compliance across all activities.

Required Experience:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, or a related technical discipline.
  • 10+ years of experience in propulsion engineering or propulsion test leadership.
  • Proven experience delivering within fast-paced, high-pressure technical environments.

Desirable experience:

  • Advanced degree in an engineering discipline.
  • Experience with cryogenic propellants such as liquid methane or LNG.
  • Background across subcomponent to full system-level testing.
  • Experience with data acquisition or control systems.
  • Familiarity with complex IT systems supporting test operations.

This is a unique opportunity to take ownership of a critical test facility and play a key role in scaling advanced propulsion capabilities within a high-growth environment.
 

Quality Control Inspector (PCB/PCBA)

  • Location: Denver, Colorado
  • Type: Permanent
  • Job #7587
  • Salary: NON 75,000

Join a fast-moving team at the forefront of next-generation communication systems for satellites, UAVs, launch vehicles, and advanced airborne platforms. This is a hands-on environment where collaboration, autonomy, and innovation are part of everyday work.

We’re looking for a skilled Quality Control Inspector to support production on a second shift, working closely with engineers, managers, and cross-functional teams to deliver cutting-edge hardware.


? What You’ll Be Doing

  • Carrying out quality control processes across incoming materials, manufacturing, and customer requirements
  • Inspecting PCB/PCBA assemblies, EEE components, and cable assemblies
  • Using precision tools (calipers, height gauges, thread gauges, VMMs)
  • Documenting inspections through digital systems and logs
  • Supporting improvements in inspection methods, procedures, and quality systems
  • Assisting with non-conformance resolution (root cause, corrective actions, 8D)
  • Contributing to audits, metrics reporting, and continuous improvement initiatives
  • Managing non-conforming materials (MRB) and ensuring smooth day-to-day QC operations

? What You’ll Need

  • High School Diploma (Associate degree in a technical field preferred)
  • 5+ years relevant experience, including 2+ years in PCB/PCBA inspection
  • Experience with AS9100 or ISO9001 quality systems
  • Strong microscopic inspection experience
  • IPC-A-610 / J-STD-001 certification
  • Familiarity with ERP and PLM systems
  • Ability to read engineering drawings, CAD files, and technical instructions
  • Strong communication skills and attention to detail
  • A collaborative, team-oriented mindset

? Nice to Have

  • Background in aerospace or electronics manufacturing

? What’s on Offer

  • Competitive hourly rate: $34.39 – $40.64
  • Stock options
  • Comprehensive benefits: health, dental, vision, HSA/FSA
  • Life, disability, and retirement plans

? Additional Info

Production Planner

  • Location: Austin, Texas
  • Type: Permanent
  • Job #7591
  • Salary: NON 90,000

We are seeking a meticulous and detail-oriented Production Planner to join our dynamic team. As a Production Planner, you will play a crucial role in optimizing the production scheduling processes for an aerospace manufacturing facility.  You will work closely with cross-functional teams to champion value add scheduling practices that mirror reality to identify symbiotic relationships, capacity constraints and critical path deliverables for manufacturing and supply chain.
 
The basic function of the Production Planner is to ensure all material is available and on time in accordance with the master production schedule.

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Develop and maintain floor production schedules for space-related projects, taking into account resource availability, project timelines, and customer requirements.
  • Review material shortages, stock outages, and safety stock levels while working with Purchasing and Manufacturing to meet customer requirements. Propose changes when needed.
  • Monitor production progress and proactively address any deviations from the schedule, ensuring on-time delivery of deliverables.
  • Coordinates and expedites the flow of materials within internal work centers.
  • Develops work statements and sequencing of data driven supply chain processes through collaboration and partnership with internal business shareholders.
  • Reviews, maintains, and monitors ERP production data integrity to continuously improve product delivery.
  • Develop a tool and process to identify and manage production capacity slots which are allocated to program management requirements, support delivery to milestones and inform impact to delivery dates where the production demand changes.
  • Be the subject-matter-expert for cross-functional stakeholders determining Capacity based make vs. buy, forward scheduling and lead times analysis.
  • Prepare reports and presentations to communicate production status, performance metrics, and recommendations for improvement to senior management.

JOB REQUIREMENTS AND MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

  • Minimum of 5 or more years of experience in engineering/manufacturing environment.
  • Bachelor's degree in engineering, supply chain management, or related field.
  • Proven experience in production planning or manufacturing operations, preferably in the aerospace/space/automotive industry.
  • Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data, identify trends, and make data-driven decisions.
  • Proficiency in production planning software and tools (e.g., ERP, MES…etc).
  • Experience with Smartsheet, Microsoft Project and development of a Master Production Schedule
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams.
  • Detail-oriented mindset with a focus on accuracy and precision in planning and execution.
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced and dynamic environment, adapting quickly to changing priorities and deadlines.

Principal Quality Systems Engineer

  • Location: Austin, Texas
  • Type: Permanent
  • Job #7594
  • Salary: NON 160,000

? Principal Quality Systems Engineer

? Austin, Texas

I’m currently supporting a rapidly growing aerospace company developing next-generation communications technology for space and airborne platforms.

They’re looking for a Principal Quality Systems Engineer to lead enterprise-wide Quality Management System transformation initiatives across engineering, manufacturing, and operations.

This is a high-impact role focused on building scalable, data-driven quality systems aligned to AS9100 and ISO 9001 standards while improving process consistency, documentation architecture, and operational excellence across the business.

Key responsibilities include:

• Leading QMS transformation and standardization initiatives

• Driving process governance and documentation strategy

• Building scalable quality frameworks across multiple functions

• Managing document control, traceability, and audit readiness

• Improving usability, diagnosability, and serviceability of internal systems

• Partnering closely with engineering, operations, and support teams

• Developing training and continuous improvement programs

What they’re looking for:

• 12+ years within Quality Systems, Systems Engineering, or Process Architecture

• Strong AS9100 and/or ISO 9001 expertise

• Experience with enterprise process governance and configuration management

• Background in documentation architecture and information systems

• Strong cross-functional leadership and stakeholder management skills

• Experience within aerospace, space, defense, or other highly regulated industries preferred

This is an opportunity to join a cutting-edge engineering environment where quality is viewed as a strategic function, not just compliance.

If you're interested, or know someone who could be a fit, feel free to reach out directly.

Acquisition & Tracking Systems Engineer

  • Location: Albuquerque, New Mexico
  • Type: Permanent
  • Job #7590
  • Salary: NON 200,000

Acquisition & Tracking Systems Engineer

 

EVONA is partnering with a venture-backed aerospace startup developing breakthrough technologies to enable the first energy infrastructure in space.

This team is building next-generation orbital energy systems powered by advanced optics, lasers, and spacecraft technologies. With a strong foundation across defense, space, and deep tech, they are now scaling their engineering team to support first-of-its-kind capabilities in space-based power transfer.

 

The Opportunity

 

We are seeking an Acquisition and Tracking Systems Engineer to lead the development of laser acquisition, pointing, tracking, and control systems for advanced optical power transfer applications.

 

This role owns the full lifecycle of the tracking subsystem, including optical sensors, IR laser systems, beam steering, autonomous control, and system integration. You will serve as the internal technical authority in this domain and play a key role in shaping system architecture and performance.

 

What You’ll Do

  • Own the architecture and delivery of laser acquisition, pointing, tracking, and control systems
  • Lead development of optical tracking subsystems including IR sensors, optics, and beam steering
  • Design and implement closed-loop and autonomous tracking algorithms
  • Drive system integration, calibration, and performance validation
  • Lead trade studies, requirements definition, and technical decision-making
  • Collaborate across hardware, software, and systems engineering teams
  • Mentor engineers and contribute to overall technical direction

 

What You Bring

  • Hands-on experience with laser acquisition, pointing, tracking, or stabilization systems
  • Strong background in laser systems and electro-optical / IR sensing technologies
  • Experience with directed energy systems, laser communications, or similar domains
  • Proven ability to design and tune precision closed-loop control systems
  • Experience integrating optics, sensors, electronics, and software into complex systems
  • Proficiency with modeling and simulation tools (MATLAB, Python, or similar)
  • Experience with system integration, calibration, and testing
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. security clearance

 

Ideal Background

  • Directed energy or laser systems
  • Optical payloads or space-based sensing/tracking systems
  • Laser communications or electro-optical control systems
  • High-precision tracking or stabilization platforms

Supplier Quality Engineer II

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

? Supplier Quality Engineer II

? Austin, TX | Onsite with Travel

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

They’re looking for a Supplier Quality Engineer II to play a key role in managing and improving supplier quality performance across a complex aerospace manufacturing environment.

This position will work closely with engineering, operations, and supply chain teams to ensure supplier compliance, drive continuous improvement, and support the delivery of high-reliability hardware for space applications.

Key responsibilities include:

• Managing supplier quality processes in alignment with AS9100 standards

• Supporting supplier qualification, audits, and performance reviews

• Driving root cause investigations and corrective actions for supplier issues

• Monitoring supplier KPIs including quality, delivery, and corrective action performance

• Supporting nonconformance disposition including rework, scrap, and RMAs

• Collaborating with engineering teams on manufacturability and supplier requirements

• Conducting supplier site audits and source inspections

• Building strategic supplier partnerships and driving continuous improvement initiatives

 

What they’re looking for:

• 3+ years of supplier quality experience within aerospace or defense

• Strong knowledge of AS9100 and/or ISO 9001 quality systems

• Experience supporting suppliers for machining, PCBs, PCBAs, assemblies, and test hardware

• Ability to interpret engineering drawings and technical documentation

• Experience with root cause analysis and corrective action methodologies

• Strong communication and cross-functional collaboration skills

• Willingness to travel 20–40% for supplier audits and inspections

This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys working in a fast-paced, high-growth engineering environment where supplier quality directly impacts mission-critical hardware performance.

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

Embedded Software Engineer

  • Location: London, Greater London
  • Type: Permanent
  • Job #7494
  • Salary: NON 60,000

If you’re passionate about pushing the limits of embedded software and want your work to have a direct impact on next-generation space systems, this could be for you.

 

We’re working with a pioneering space technology company developing AI-enabled autonomy software for spacecraft. They’re building technology that allows satellites to sense, think, and act independently in orbit, and are now expanding their engineering team in London.

 

What You’ll Be Doing

  • Designing and developing embedded software for advanced space systems.
  • Writing real-time code for Linux-based RTOS environments.
  • Prototyping and testing software on hardware to validate system performance.
  • Building scalable, modular systems that support autonomous in-orbit operations.
  • Collaborating with hardware and AI teams to integrate real-world functionality.

 

What You’ll Bring

  • Strong background in C++ and Python development.
  • Experience working with embedded Linux or real-time operating systems (RTOS).
  • Solid understanding of microcontrollersdevice drivers, and hardware integration.
  • Comfortable debugging, testing, and optimising performance on embedded targets.
  • A self-starter with a collaborative mindset, able to thrive in fast-moving environments.

 

Nice to Have

  • Familiarity with communication protocols (SPI, I2C, UART, CAN, Ethernet).
  • Knowledge of containerisation (Docker, Kubernetes).
  • Experience with BSP generationreal-time kernel configuration, or SoC platforms (e.g. NVIDIA).
  • Background in the space, robotics, or autonomy industries.

 

Please get in touch to find out more!

Signals Engineer

  • Location: Washington, District Of Columbia
  • Type: Permanent
  • Job #7484
  • Salary: NON 169,000

Signals Engineer
Location: Irvine, CA or Washington, DC Area
Employment Type: Full-Time
Salary Range: $133,000 – $169,000 USD
Clearance: Ability to Obtain (TS/SCI)


About the Role
We are seeking a highly skilled Signals Engineer to support the development of advanced RF signal processing and payload technologies for space-based sensing systems. In this role, you will work cross-functionally with engineering teams to analyze, validate, and enhance signal collection capabilities across a variety of mission applications.
You will provide technical insight, analysis, and engineering support to drive new capabilities from concept through operational deployment, directly contributing to mission success and next-generation system development.


Key Responsibilities

  • Analyze and optimize RF signal data collection while collaborating with cross-functional teams to meet project specifications
  • Drive engineering efforts related to electronic signals collection missions
  • Analyze RF data across a wide range of frequency bands, from VHF through Ka-band
  • Explore and implement advanced signal processing techniques, including TDOA/FDOA geolocation, modulation and pulse recognition, de-interleaving, direction finding/beamforming, and emitter fingerprinting
  • Work closely with SAR and payload engineering teams to test and validate data collection performance
  • Perform signal analysis using Python, MATLAB, or similar tools
  • Generate documentation and effectively communicate technical information to audiences of varying technical backgrounds
  • Contribute technical content to RFIs, RFPs, and other business capture activities
  • Support general software engineering and data analysis projects as needed

Required Qualifications

  • Advanced degree in Electrical Engineering, Physics, or a related field
  • 3+ years of experience in a similar engineering or signals analysis role
  • 2+ years of hands-on experience using Python for signal processing and data analysis
  • Strong foundation in signal processing fundamentals and RF data analysis, including manipulation of complex-valued data
  • Experience working with large RF/IQ datasets, including data curation, labeling, and analysis
  • Familiarity with RF data formats such as SigMF, CRSD, or similar
  • Ability to obtain a TS/SCI security clearance

Preferred Qualifications

  • Expertise in RF signal analysis, including geolocation and signal characterization techniques
  • Experience with scientific computing libraries such as NumPy, SciPy, or PyTorch
  • Familiarity with GPU acceleration (CUDA), vectorized computing, or FPGA-based processing concepts
  • Experience with compiled programming languages such as C, C++, or Go
  • Familiarity with SAR data collection and imaging modes
  • Experience with anechoic chamber testing and phased array antenna systems

 

Ground Systems Engineer

  • Location: Littleton, Colorado
  • Remote: Hybrid
  • Type: Permanent
  • Job #7438
  • Salary: NON 170,000

Ground Systems Engineer
Location: San Jose, CA or Littleton, CO (Hybrid)
Employment Type: Full-Time
Salary Range: $145,000 – $170,000 USD


About the Role
We are seeking a Ground Systems Engineer to support the development, integration, and operation of satellite ground systems for mission-critical space applications. In this role, you will work closely with ground station providers, satellite operations teams, IT, and ground software engineering to ensure seamless connectivity and mission execution.
This position requires strong systems thinking, the ability to synthesize complex and sometimes conflicting requirements, and a hands-on approach to integrating RF and ground infrastructure. You will serve as a key bridge between hardware, software, and operations teams, ensuring reliable and scalable ground segment performance.


Key Responsibilities

  • Develop working knowledge of radio systems to support integration, troubleshooting, and operations
  • Serve as a liaison with ground station providers, documenting technical capabilities, constraints, and operational nuances
  • Act as the first line of support for ground segment issues, including mission-critical anomalies
  • Compile and maintain ground segment specifications to support regulatory filings (e.g., FCC applications)
  • Maintain detailed documentation of ground infrastructure to support link budget analysis and system planning
  • Develop and manage Interface Control Documents (ICDs) across multiple ground segment providers
  • Evaluate and ensure compatibility of new and existing radio systems across diverse ground station networks
  • Own project execution, including coordinating testing, satellite passes, system bring-up, and performance characterization
  • Lead ground station compatibility testing efforts for current and future missions
  • Collaborate with ground station providers to integrate RF systems with operational software and infrastructure
  • Serve as the responsible engineer for communications security considerations within the ground segment
  • Lead development and deployment of standalone ground infrastructure for future missions

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering (Aerospace, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related field)
  • 4+ years of experience in system design, integration, or engineering (space or ground systems preferred)
  • Strong documentation skills with attention to detail across complex system architectures
  • Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and RF block diagrams
  • Familiarity with RF components and communication systems
  • Experience with satellite ground modems (e.g., qRadio, Works Microwave, GNU Radio or similar)
  • Proficiency with Linux-based operating systems
  • Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to work independently and collaboratively
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Preferred Qualifications

  • Amateur (ham) radio experience or strong interest in RF systems
  • Experience designing RF systems using discrete components
  • Experience integrating ground station providers, including link budget analysis and operational data flow

Why Join

  • Work on mission-critical satellite systems supporting real-world space applications
  • Play a key role in bridging RF hardware, ground infrastructure, and software systems
  • High ownership role with direct impact on mission success
  • Collaborative, fast-paced engineering environment with opportunities for growth

Senior Quality Engineer

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

? Senior Quality Engineer

? Austin, TX | Onsite

I’m currently supporting a fast-growing aerospace company developing advanced satellite and communication technologies for next-generation space and airborne platforms.

They’re looking for a Senior Quality Engineer to work across manufacturing, engineering, and supply chain teams to support the production of highly reliable aerospace hardware and systems.

This is a hands-on role focused on driving quality improvements, resolving nonconformances, supporting AS9100 compliance, and helping scale quality systems within a rapidly growing engineering environment.

Key responsibilities include:

• Establishing and maintaining QMS procedures and processes

• Driving root cause investigations, corrective actions, and 8D activities

• Managing supplier quality evaluations and audits

• Supporting supplier nonconformance resolution and corrective actions

• Leading continuous improvement initiatives across operations

• Developing quality metrics and performance objectives

• Supporting internal and external AS9100 audits

• Delivering QMS training across the organization

• Partnering closely with manufacturing, engineering, and supply chain teams

What they’re looking for:

• Bachelor’s degree in a technical discipline

• 8+ years of quality engineering experience

• Strong experience within manufacturing environments

• Knowledge of AS9100 and/or ISO 9001 Quality Management Systems

• Experience with root cause analysis and continuous improvement methodologies

• Strong communication and cross-functional collaboration skills

• Aerospace or electronics industry experience preferred

• Lean Six Sigma Green or Black Belt certification is a plus

This is an excellent opportunity to join an innovative aerospace business where quality engineering plays a critical role in product reliability and operational success.

If you're interested in learning more, feel free to reach out directly.