Top Aerospace Jobs in Denver & Boulder, CO

Develop and test Java-based C2BMC missile defense applications across the full software development lifecycle. Responsibilities include architecture and requirements development, design artifacts, coding, reviews, integration and testing, agile execution, issue resolution, and performance optimization. The role also involves collaborating with industry partners, documenting test activities, deploying integration processes, and mentoring junior engineers. Work is fully onsite in Colorado Springs or Huntsville and requires an active U.S. Secret clearance.

Designs and analyzes Mechanical Ground Support Equipment and Special Test Equipment for aerospace hardware. Responsibilities include CAD modeling, detailed drawing generation, requirements development, design for manufacturing and test, risk management, cross-functional collaboration, and sustaining engineering support through fabrication, assembly, and testing. The role is performed onsite and requires a bachelor's degree in engineering or a related technical field.

Supports systems engineering throughout the program lifecycle, including requirements development, allocation, traceability, verification, validation, interface management, technical documentation, MBSE modeling, integration and testing, and major design reviews. The role works across missions, subsystems, payloads, vehicles, and ground systems while coordinating with technical experts and customers. It requires an engineering degree, active Top Secret clearance, strong organizational and presentation skills, and familiarity with systems engineering processes and requirements tools.

Leads a portfolio of facilities and capital projects from prioritization through execution, ensuring delivery on schedule, within budget, and to required quality standards. Coordinates cross-functional teams, contractors, and internal customers; manages schedules, risks, finances, negotiations, and project analytics. Develops strategic plans, improves project management systems, presents to executives, and mentors junior engineers.

Leads the technical vision, architecture, and development of a high-fidelity spacecraft simulation platform. Designs multi-physics models, numerical solvers, APIs, and scalable real-time or batch simulation infrastructure using C++ and Python. Establishes verification and validation practices, engineering standards, and software quality expectations. Partners with GNC, mission planning, autonomy, and systems engineering teams while mentoring engineers and guiding cross-functional technical direction.

The Mechanical Engineer will design and develop flight hardware for missile defense and hypersonic vehicles, leading mechanical integration, creating structural designs, and ensuring compliance with defense standards.

Supports aerospace propulsion system development through requirements definition, verification and qualification planning, risk management, traceability, and MBSE modeling. The role develops system-level plans for solid rocket motors, tracks compliance, reviews test and analysis documentation, integrates engineering models, manages systems engineering tools and processes, and communicates with internal teams, management, and customers. Secret clearance eligibility and U.S. person status are required.

Own the Workday Total Rewards product backlog and lead configuration, enhancements, integrations, annual compensation and benefits cycles, testing, and continuous improvement. Translate rewards policies into requirements and business processes, coordinate with HR stakeholders and external vendors, oversee data flows and integrations, and track adoption, accuracy, and ROI. Drive Agile delivery, automation, and AI-enabled solutions while ensuring compliant, zero-defect rollouts and protecting sensitive compensation data.

Lead enterprise-wide employee assessment, selection, development, and survey strategies. Design scientifically valid tools, manage employee voice programs, advise HR and executives on interpreting talent data, and facilitate action planning. Integrate assessments into hiring, leadership development, succession planning, and high-potential programs. Monitor industrial-organizational psychology trends, ensure ethical and legally compliant testing, and translate insights into organizational improvements.

Prepares and reviews multistate corporate income and franchise tax returns, workpapers, provisions, and apportionment calculations. Manages state tax audits and notices, researches legislative changes, supports ASC 740 reporting, and collaborates with finance, legal teams, tax advisors, and regulatory agencies. The role also improves compliance workflows using advanced Excel, CORPTax, and AI-driven research tools.

Provides executive and deskside technical support for endpoint devices, operating systems, applications, Active Directory, virtual environments, and meeting technologies. Troubleshoots Windows, macOS, mobile devices, and collaboration tools; deploys systems and software through SCCM; supports auditorium events and AV equipment; creates documentation, trains executives, and provides rotational after-hours support. The role is primarily onsite in Westminster with occasional travel to other offices or events.

Deploy and integrate Hivemind autonomy software with maritime platforms worldwide. Support customer deployments, software development, on-water testing, training, demonstrations, debugging, documentation, and maritime system integrations involving controls, sensors, navigation, and communications. Collaborate with customers, sales, and product engineering teams to resolve integration issues and improve products.

Leads drafting, negotiation, execution, and lifecycle administration of commercial and government contracts, NDAs, teaming agreements, and MOUs. Analyzes solicitations, prepares compliance matrices, evaluates contractual and financial risks, negotiates terms, maintains contract records, and ensures compliance with company policies, FAR, DFARS, and applicable agency requirements. Collaborates with legal, procurement, and project management stakeholders to achieve favorable outcomes and improve contracting processes.

Leads the mechanical engineering organization developing ruggedized avionics, aircraft-integrated hardware, optical assemblies, sensors, and human-worn aerospace systems. Oversees the full product lifecycle from requirements and architecture through design, prototyping, testing, qualification, and production. Establishes engineering processes, manages teams, drives manufacturability and supplier readiness, supports technical reviews and proposals, and ensures compliance with aerospace environmental, airworthiness, performance, and production requirements.

Leads complex cybersecurity incidents and digital forensics and incident response investigations. Responsibilities include incident command, threat hunting, triage, root-cause analysis, corrective-action reporting, process development, technical project leadership, executive presentations, global on-call participation, and mentoring junior analysts. The role supports cybersecurity strategy and protects critical aerospace systems.