The Manager, In-Space Propulsion is a leader who drives product success, technical decisions, schedules, hardware, resources, and overall engineering team progress to ensure customer satisfaction and program success. The Manager, In-Space Propulsion owns system design through the product lifecycle, can excel as a program and business development liaison, and can bring together complex technical and operational inputs to meet program milestones. This role would be an integral part of the In-Space team and be dedicated to the growth and execution of the product line. Responsibilities: • Manage a sub-team within the In-Space Propulsion product line, focused on systems engineering and responsible for leading technical meetings, 1:1's, team building, hiring, career growth, and technical mentoring • Own and be responsible for the technical success of propulsion systems and subsystems with 100% mission success • Architect in-space propulsion systems including schematics, and system, thruster, and tank sizing • Create and manage systems engineering tools and processes • Support reliability, failure modes, and risk assessments for major programs • Review test and analysis reports to assist with requirements validatio and verification • Own evaluation of technical risks and mitigations • Drive program technical objectives, interfacing with operations on their objectives, while ensuring product progress and on-time delivery • Serve as the primary technical point of contact, manage technical scope, prepare material for and host regular customer meetings, and lead the preparation of contract technical deliverables • Collaborate with team members to write, review, and present technical deliverables • Provide technical support of business development efforts including proposal writing, interchange meetings with prospective customers, and identification of product opportunities to strengthen the business Required Qualifications: • B.S. in Aerospace, Systems, or Mechanical Engineering (or other related technical subject area) • 8+ years of experience in aerospace system design, project management or a related system-level role including previous aerospace leadership experience • Spacecraft hypergolic chemical propulsion system design, development, and or test • Experience applying aerospace systems engineering processes - design reviews, requirements verification and validation, failure and risk assessments • Proven experience leading a team of peers to field integrated hardware-software products to real operating environments • Adaptive and introspective, willing to learn, teach, lead, and follow • Strong understanding of industry standards and requirements • Excellent oral and written communication skills • Must be able to perform work subject to ITAR/EAR regulations and/or program requirements Preferred Experience: • Advanced degree in a technical field • Leadership and team building skills to include fostering collaborative and positive cultures, formal and informal influencing skills, and team empowerment and motivation expertise • Problem solving skills and knowledge of program management tools and procedures • Experience with multiple systems engineering organizations and multiple product lifecycles - seen what works vs. what could be improved • Fluid system analysis, component selection, and supplier management experience • Familiarity with industry standard requirements documents such as MIL-STD-1522, RTCA/DO-178, MIL-STD-810, SSCMAN 91-710, AIAA-S080, SMC-S-016, etc... • Familiarity with requirements management tools such as DOORS or JAMA Colorado law requires us to tell you the base compensation range of this role, which is $150,000 - $175,000, 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 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 • Equity Grants in the Company 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.