At Sierra Space, we build the missions and systems that keep our world secure in the domain above Earth.
Sierra Space team members share a spirit of innovation and collaboration and a belief that we can deliver on the boldest missions in space today. Together with our customers, we aim to safeguard our nation, sustain human presence in space, and secure the freedom of operations in low Earth orbit and beyond.
Our success is measured by the trust of those who rely on what we build and deliver, and our technologies keep the United States and its allies mission-ready throughout space.
We are mission-driven, and together, we are an extraordinary team.
About the RoleThe Director, Electrical Engineering, will be responsible for building and executing strategies within the electrical engineering function, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and objectives. This role requires a proven leader with extensive experience managing large engineering teams and complex technical projects, as well as the ability to interact with executive-level management. The Director will oversee the activities of the electrical engineering program, technical area, or multiple integrated teams, ensuring operational effectiveness, technical innovation, and value creation. This position demands a strong commitment to upholding company values, supporting organizational changes, and fostering a culture of engineering excellence. The ideal candidate possesses in-depth knowledge of electrical engineering principles, industry standards, emerging technologies, and regulatory compliance, along with strong financial acumen and project management skills. About YouOur mission is driven by an unyielding commitment to advancing space-based technology in service of our customers and safeguarding national security. We seek individuals who are passionate about innovating beyond boundaries and relentlessly pursuing solutions that protect, preserve and empower – to join us in this critical mission.
We’re looking for team members who align with our values, mission and goals – while also meeting the minimum qualifications below. The preferred qualifications are a bonus, not a requirement.
Key Responsibilities:
The Director, Electrical Engineering, is responsible for developing and executing the strategic vision for the electrical engineering function, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives.
Core responsibilities include:
- Electrical Integration – spacecraft electrical architecture, ICDs, grounding/bonding
- Avionics Engineering – electronics, flight computers, sensor interfaces
- Power Systems Engineering – power generation, storage, regulation, distribution
- Harness Engineering – cable routing, connectorization, harness design rules
This role leads the design, development, and implementation of complex electrical systems while ensuring technical excellence and innovation. The Director is accountable for delivering projects on cost and on schedule, maintaining a consistent focus on value creation and quality assurance. They drive a culture of innovation and continuous improvement in engineering processes and solutions, while overseeing the activities of the electrical engineering team or multiple integrated departments to ensure operational effectiveness and technical success. Collaborating closely with senior management, the Director establishes strategic plans and objectives, translating organizational strategy into functional engineering plans and ensuring their successful implementation. They provide leadership to engineering managers and teams, fostering professional development and alignment with business goals. Additionally, the Director manages engineering budgets, forecasts, and financial plans, ensuring alignment with organizational goals, and ensures compliance with industry standards, regulations, and best practices. Acting as a key liaison with internal and external executive-level stakeholders, the Director represents the electrical engineering function in strategic discussions and decision-making processes.
Core Competencies:
•Builds out the strategy; identifies and implements the steps needed to execute on the strategy over their business area/function
•Accountable for being on cost and on schedule with a consistent focused on value creation
•Embodies our culture and great leadership; a catalyst for change.
•Directs the activities of a single program, technical or functional area or multiple integrated departments.
•Participates with senior management to establish strategic plans and objectives.
•Translates strategy into functional plans. Makes final decisions on implementation, guides execution and ensures operational effectiveness.
•Provides direction and leads activities through reporting managers who have overall responsibility for the successful operation of assigned areas.
•Is accountable to meet financial plans, goals and schedules.
•Upholds and models company values; holds others accountable to values. •Interacts with internal and external executive level management.
Minimum Qualifications:
Requires Bachelor's degree in a related field (or equivalent work experience in lieu of degree).
Proven track record of successfully managing large teams and complex projects.
Upholds and models company values; ability to hold others accountable to values.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Able to build strategy; identify and implement the steps needed to execute strategy over a business area/function.
Strong financial acumen and budget management skills.
Experience leading and supporting organizational changes.
In-depth knowledge of electrical engineering principles, industry standards, regulations, and emerging technologies.
An active Top Secret U.S. Security Clearance is required
Preferred Qualifications:
Advanced degree in Electrical Engineering, Engineering Management, or a related field.
Extensive experience in the electrical engineering industry or a related sector.
Demonstrated ability to lead teams through change and drive continuous improvement initiatives in engineering processes.
Strong analytical skills and experience with data-driven decision-making in engineering contexts.
Familiarity with advanced engineering tools, methodologies, and software for electrical system design and analysis.
Proven ability to interact effectively with executive leadership, clients, and external stakeholders.
Experience with regulatory compliance processes and certifications in the electrical engineering industry.
Compensation:
Pay Range:
$181,015.00 - $248,896.00Your actual base compensation will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on job-related knowledge and skills, education, experience, internal equity and market competitiveness.
IMPORTANT NOTICE:
This position requires current/active Top Secret U.S. Security Clearance. U.S. Citizenship status is required as this position needs an active U.S. Security Clearance for employment. Non-U.S. Citizens may not be eligible to obtain a security clearance. The Department of Defense Consolidated Adjudications Facility (DoD CAF), a federal government agency, handles the adjudicative aspects of the security clearance eligibility process for industry applicants. Adjudicative factors which affect the outcome of the eligibility determination include, but are not limited to, allegiance to the U.S., foreign influence, foreign preference, criminal conduct, security violations and illegal drug use.
Elevate Your CareerAt Sierra Space, we are committed to your personal and professional development. We empower you to make profound and meaningful contributions and foster a vibrant culture of collaboration, where teamwork ignites breakthrough innovations.
We also offer a generous benefit package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, 401(k) with 150% match up to 6%, life insurance, 3 weeks paid time off, and more.
Sierra Space is an industry-leading space and defense technology company providing satellites, spacecraft, and enabling mission systems and components. We deliver mission-proven technologies to our customers that safeguard our nation, protect space-based assets and enable space exploration.
Application Deadline: This role will remain posted until a qualified pool of candidates is identified.
Please note: Sierra Space does not accept unsolicited resumes from contract agencies or search firms. Any unsolicited resumes submitted to our website or to Sierra Space team members not through our approved vendor list or Talent Acquisition will be considered property of Sierra Space, and we will not be obligated to pay any referral fees.
Sierra Space Corporation is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you need special assistance or a reasonable accommodation related to applying for employment with Sierra Space or at any stage of the recruitment process, please contact us.
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Sierra Space Louisville, Colorado, USA Office
2000 Taylor Ave., Louisville, CO, United States, 80027
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