The Senior Propulsion Technician serves as a senior technical leader within Build Operations, supporting development and production propulsion hardware. This role owns complex integration activities, leads technical troubleshooting efforts, and provides advanced system-level expertise across propulsion programs. Senior Propulsion Technicians work closely with Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, and Operations leadership to resolve high-risk hardware issues and improve propulsion build processes.
Primary Responsibilities- Lead complex propulsion system builds and engine-level integrations
- Diagnose and resolve multi-disciplinary system failures
- Serve as cross-program SME on propulsion systems and high-risk processes
- Lead technical root cause investigations in partnership with ME and Engineering
- Provide advanced mentorship and skill development for technicians
- Support non-standard builds and rapid development efforts
- Identify systemic process weaknesses and drive corrective improvements
- Validate technical readiness for major integration or test milestones
Required Qualifications- 5+ years of propulsion, aerospace, or complex high-consequence hardware experience
- Demonstrated mastery of propulsion system architecture and fluid systems
- Proven ability to troubleshoot integrated system-level failures
- Experience supporting development campaigns and complex test operations
- Strong cross-functional communication and influence capability
- Demonstrated mentorship and technical leadership experience
Colorado law requires us to tell you the base compensation range of this role, which is $35.00- $44.00/hour, determined by your education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities. What we can't quantify for you are the exciting challenges, supportive team, and amazing culture we enjoy.
Classification: Full-time Non-Exempt
Benefits Include: (Please note, Interns are not eligible for benefits)- Unlimited PTO - Vacation, Sick, Personal, and Bereavement
- Paid Parental and Adoptive Leave
- Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
- Tax Advantage Accounts (HSA/FSA)
- Employer Paid Short and Long Term Disability, Basic Life, AD&D
- Additional Benefit Options Including Voluntary Life and Emergency Medical Transport
- EAP Program
- Retirement Savings Plan - 401k with Company Match
How To Apply: Interested candidates are encouraged to apply by filling out the application below and clicking "Submit Application". This position will be posted for a minimum of 3 days and will remain open until filled or adjusted based on the volume of applicants.
NOTE: Research suggests that women and BIPOC individuals may self-select out of opportunities if they don't meet 100% of the job requirements. We encourage anyone who believes they have the skills and the drive necessary to succeed here to apply for this role.
Must be a U.S. Person (this includes U.S. Citizens and Permanent Residents).Eligibility to obtain and maintain a U.S. Security Clearance. No outside recruiters, please.
