[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 Folsom, CA. This role can also be located in Reno, NV, Huntsville, AL, Long Beach, CA or can be Remote.

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Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, aerospace engineering, or other relevant engineering discipline.
• 15 years of engineering experience.
• 5+ years of technical leadership in solid rocket motors (SRMs).

Requirements

• Able to direct the end-to-end technical lifecycle of the program by leading cross-functional teams through rigorous design reviews and qualification milestones.
• Ensuring that the final system is producible, compliant with technical data requirements, and balanced against cost and schedule constraints.
• Able to lead the engineering team in meeting all program milestones by maintaining a rigorous focus on the critical path.
• Proactively deconflicting resources and driving schedule performance through the aggressive management of task span-times and alternative execution strategies.
• Demonstrated responsibility in establishing and maintaining lean technical scope baselines.
• Has served as the primary technical spokesperson for a program, managing both internal and external stakeholder relationships.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Security Clearance at the appropriate level (requires U.S. Citizenship).

Preferred Qualifications

• 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, Physical and/or Government Mandated Requirements

• 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.

Company Description

Voyager is an innovative defense, national security and space technology company committed to advancing and delivering transformative, mission-critical solutions. We tackle the most complex challenges to unlock new frontiers for human progress, fortify national security, and protect critical assets to lead in the race for technological and operational superiority from ground to space.