[Hiring] Chief Engineer @Voyager Technologies, Inc.

Role Description

The Chief Engineer for Strategic Systems is an autonomous technical leader responsible for the end-to-end mission success of solid rocket propulsion system programs by managing large multidisciplinary teams, overseeing complex systems engineering processes, and aligning technical execution with budgetary and schedule requirements.

The position reports to the Director of Engineering and is part of the Strategic Systems department based in Reno, NV. This role is based in Reno, NV or Folsom, CA or Huntsville, AL or Long Beach, CA or Remote.

In this role, the essential functions are:

• Direct the end-to-end technical lifecycle of the program by leading cross-functional teams through rigorous design reviews and qualification milestones.
• Ensure that the final system is producible, compliant with technical data requirements, and balanced against cost and schedule constraints.
• Lead the engineering team in meeting all program milestones by maintaining a rigorous focus on the critical path.
• Proactively deconflict resources and drive schedule performance through aggressive management of task span-times and alternative execution strategies.
• Establish and maintain lean technical scope baselines by eliminating contingency budgeting.
• Monitor cost performance indices (CPI) to mitigate variances and rigorously challenge budget change requests.
• Serve as the primary technical spokesperson for a program, managing both internal and external stakeholder relationships.
• Present programmatic material, cultivate new business, and ensure all customer requests remain within authorized scope.
• Provide data-driven technical alternatives for collaborative decision-making.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Security Clearance at the appropriate level (requires U.S. Citizenship).

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, aerospace engineering, or other relevant engineering discipline.
• 15 years of experience in solid rocket propulsion.

Requirements

• At least four years of experience leading controllable solid rocket propulsion system projects consisting of high-performing multi-disciplinary teams of no less than 10 people.
• Current DoD Secret Security clearance.
• Travel up to 25%, including the possibility of overnights within the vicinity of our site locations or external test facilities.
• Ability to lift, move or carry items or equipment up to 50 pounds.

Benefits

• Flexible Time Off (FTO), empowering employees to take the time they need to recharge and maintain a healthy work-life balance.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and their families, with a significant portion of premiums covered by the company.
• Flexible, affordable gym memberships with 12,700+ options nationwide.
• 401(k) retirement plan with a company match of up to 4%.
• Company wellness programs that support physical and mental well-being.
• Additional voluntary benefits and employee support resources.
• The opportunity to work alongside a highly talented team in an innovative, mission-driven environment.