Top Aerospace Jobs in Denver & Boulder, CO

Develop and maintain satellite command-and-control, mission-planning, mission-data processing, and data-analysis software using Elixir. Collaborate on architecture, design, and code reviews while working across engineering disciplines. The role requires functional programming, resilient and fault-tolerant distributed systems, front-end development, live-system debugging, and strong communication. Preferred experience includes Elixir OTP, React, TypeScript, OAuth2, network protocols, databases, and distributed-system monitoring.

Supports the design, analysis, development, integration, and testing of propulsion systems for advanced satellites and space-based interceptors. Performs simulations, performance analysis, trade studies, hardware testing, and qualification activities under senior engineer guidance. Collaborates with structures, avionics, thermal, manufacturing, and other subsystem teams to deliver reliable, manufacturable propulsion technologies.

Lead and scale a team of People Business Partners to act as trusted advisors to executives. Build operating models, run talent calibrations, develop managers, translate people data into recommendations, handle complex employee relations, and partner with Talent, Total Rewards, and People Ops to align people programs with business needs.

Leads the West Region indirect sales organization of 35+ employees, overseeing sales performance, budgets, dealer and distributor relationships, market distribution strategy, operational reviews, and team development. Provides competitive intelligence and market insights to corporate leadership, conducts dealer business reviews, allocates resources, and drives execution across assigned markets. Requires extensive wireless sales, account management, vendor relationship, supervisory, and executive leadership experience, with travel across the territory at least three weeks monthly.

Manage general ledger operations, journal entries, account reconciliations, discrepancy resolution, financial analysis, and month-end and year-end close processes. Collaborate with departments to support accurate financial reporting, identify process improvements, and enhance accounting systems. The role requires strong accounting fundamentals, attention to detail, analytical ability, communication skills, and proficiency in Microsoft Excel.

Design, build, and test flight software for spacecraft systems and mission tools. Collaborate with development teams to write and debug code, participate in code reviews, support artificial intelligence projects, and gain experience across the software development lifecycle. Interns also complete professional development activities, workshops, and leadership sessions while receiving mentorship from aerospace industry experts.

Designs, develops, tests, and troubleshoots RF systems and components for space-based applications, including antennas, transmitters, receivers, and amplifiers. Performs RF validation, supports systems integration, maintains technical documentation, and collaborates with cross-functional teams. The role requires intermediate electrical engineering knowledge, RF design skills, and the ability to solve complex problems under senior-engineer mentorship.

Designs and develops RF systems and components for space applications, including antennas, transmitters, receivers, and amplifiers. Supports RF system testing, validation, integration, documentation, and performance compliance. Works under experienced engineers’ guidance while collaborating with cross-functional teams, using electrical design tools and measurement equipment. The role emphasizes learning, attention to detail, technical traceability, and applying emerging RF engineering technologies.

Develops and executes manual and automated tests for augmented reality software systems. Responsibilities include translating requirements into test cases, documenting defects and evidence, troubleshooting Linux-based systems, maintaining CI/CD automated checks, supporting integrated hardware testing and flight test campaigns, and collaborating with software and product teams to improve testability and quality.

Administer Red Hat Linux, AWS cloud infrastructure, open-source platforms, and scalable big-data environments. Build CI/CD pipelines, maintain systems, patch applications, manage backups and VPNs, troubleshoot production issues, and support security compliance. Lead AWS and cluster networking design, monitor systems, respond to incidents, coordinate vendors, and develop secure configurations across development, test, and production environments.

Supports quality assurance for spacecraft payloads and hardware throughout the program lifecycle. Responsibilities include technical and milestone reviews, compliance verification, quality issue investigation, root-cause analysis, corrective actions, MRB leadership, audits, manufacturing process reviews, continuous improvement, and quality metrics development. Works cross-functionally with engineering, manufacturing, inspection, testing, customers, and program teams in office, laboratory, production, and cleanroom environments.

Leads government space systems programs and teams supporting USSF activities. Manages cost, schedule, technical delivery, budgets, resources, contracts, customer relationships, risks, and performance objectives. Prepares execution plans, status reports, briefings, and proposals; coordinates stakeholders and resolves issues. Provides technical and analytical guidance, develops employees, supports business growth, and interfaces with senior USAF, USSF, AFMC, and SSC officials. Frequent travel to company and customer locations is required.

Supports space vehicle systems engineering across the product lifecycle. Responsibilities include requirements management, mission and spacecraft modeling, risk analysis, trade studies, interface analysis, system modeling in Cameo, test setup and data reduction, performance trend analysis, hardware testing, subsystem coordination, and technical presentations. The role is on-site five days per week and may involve laboratory, production, cleanroom, and outdoor environments.

Own and grow U.S. Government business for space propulsion and systems, focusing on Space Force and national security customers. Build relationships, identify opportunities, lead capture strategies, support proposals, conduct competitive assessments, and develop pursuit plans. Represent the company at government and industry events, maintain CRM records, and collaborate with engineering, finance, legal, contracts, and program teams. Requires substantial travel and eligibility for a U.S. security clearance.

Lead technical development of advanced radar and sensor systems, establish technology roadmaps, guide IRAD efforts, and solve complex engineering challenges. Develop capture strategies, engage customers, build external partnerships, protect intellectual property, and represent capabilities through publications and presentations. Mentor engineering talent and provide technical leadership across programs, bids, and divisions. Significant travel of up to 30% is required.

Leads the enterprise IT PMO strategy, governance, portfolio management, delivery standards, budgeting, resource planning, risk management, and executive reporting. Oversees large-scale technology programs across ERP, applications, cloud, infrastructure, cybersecurity, data, AI, and transformation. Builds and manages PMO teams, governs vendors and investment portfolios, improves delivery maturity, and ensures programs achieve business, security, compliance, and financial outcomes.

Own product and feature launches, positioning, messaging, go-to-market plans, sales enablement, and technical content. Develop collateral, case studies, thought leadership, vertical-specific messaging, and customer proof points for technical and executive audiences. Collaborate with product, engineering, sales, and design teams while tracking launch adoption, share of voice, and pipeline impact.