Top Aerospace Jobs in Denver & Boulder, CO

Lead multi-year strategic planning and annual operating cycles, evaluate portfolio tradeoffs, build financial models for capital allocation, and translate strategy into cross-functional execution plans with KPIs. Conduct market sizing, competitive analysis, scenario modeling, and track performance through operating cadences to identify bottlenecks and recommend solutions.

Leads software systems engineering for SATCOM mission planning supporting military NC3 networks. Responsibilities include requirements, architecture, API and backend development, user interface implementation, integration, testing, deployment, code reviews, security, performance improvements, mentoring, and Agile DevSecOps delivery. The role requires onsite work in Colorado Springs, active U.S. Secret clearance, U.S. Person status, and up to 10% travel.

Develops, integrates, tests, maintains, and supports Java-based software systems and mathematical algorithms for Boeing’s C2BMC missile defense applications. Responsibilities include software architecture, requirements decomposition, interface development, design documentation, coding, debugging, performance optimization, agile execution, integration and testing, operational support, and technical issue resolution. The role collaborates with systems engineering, integration and test teams, and industry partners while supporting full software lifecycle activities for ballistic missile defense systems.

Supports employee learning and development programs, including training content, compliance training, manager development, scheduling, facilitation, records, and effectiveness evaluation. Owns operational coordination of new-hire onboarding from pre-boarding through the first day, partnering with People Operations, hiring managers, IT, Security, Facilities, and presenters. Tracks readiness, manages communications and logistics, supports HRIS activities, identifies process gaps, and recommends improvements to onboarding and learning experiences.

Partners with leaders on people strategies, employee relations, performance management, compensation, compliance, organizational effectiveness, inclusion, workforce planning, and HRIS initiatives. Uses HR analytics to identify trends and guide decisions, supports investigations and compensation actions, and coaches leaders on complex employee matters in a fast-growing aerospace and defense organization.

Supports systems security engineering for defense and space programs by managing cyber requirements, validating security implementations, developing threat analyses, and supporting Assessment & Authorization activities. Contributes to security designs, Program Protection and Anti-Tamper plans, SSE plans, policies, briefings, and technical reports. Collaborates with architects, systems engineers, and subject matter experts while supporting firmware, gateware, software, embedded-system, and mission security initiatives.

Leads cross-functional mechanical subsystem projects from concept through hardware delivery, managing cost, schedule, technical requirements, risks, and team accountability. The role supports spacecraft structures, payload structures, mechanisms, antennas, or mechanical ground support equipment. Responsibilities include developing estimates and schedules, monitoring performance, guiding technical decisions, coordinating stakeholders, and maintaining productive working relationships across the organization.

Leads cross-functional engineering teams through spacecraft and aerospace subsystem projects from concept through hardware delivery. Manages cost estimates, schedules, technical requirements, risks, opportunities, and team accountability. Requires strong system-level thinking, communication, decision-making, and leadership skills. Preferred experience includes subcontract management, EVMS, multiple subsystem types, and transitioning programs from prototype to full-rate production.

Leads multiple software engineering teams developing mission-critical aerospace and defense software. Responsibilities include people management, software lifecycle oversight, Agile and DevOps process implementation, CI/CD and version control governance, compliance with aerospace quality standards, budget and resource management, cybersecurity integration, process improvement, and stakeholder communication. The role requires mentoring engineers, ensuring secure and reliable delivery, and maintaining U.S. security clearance eligibility.

Lead enterprise-level business development for space superiority: set strategy, oversee major pursuits and partnerships, manage senior BD leaders, allocate resources, and drive revenue growth and organizational transformation across divisions and regions.

Summer interns will develop technical expertise through hands-on projects, mentorship, business-process training, cross-functional workshops, and leadership sessions supporting aerospace and defense technology. Candidates must be enrolled undergraduates graduating between December 2027 and June 2028, with strong problem-solving, communication, collaboration, organization, and initiative skills. The role requires the ability to obtain and maintain U.S. security clearance and meet applicable U.S. government international trade authorization requirements.

Manages enterprise Windows endpoints, including monthly OS patching, software deployment, Group Policy, and advanced PowerShell automation through MECM. Resolves complex desktop escalations, analyzes logs, improves hardware reliability, and supports proactive troubleshooting with AI tools. The role also coordinates CAB meetings, mentors support staff, documents technical solutions, and collaborates with vendors and cross-functional teams on endpoint administration and cloud co-management.

Manages the lifecycle of IT hardware and software assets, including procurement requests, receiving, tagging, delivery, inventory reconciliation, audits, and license compliance. Maintains accurate asset records, generates reports, analyzes data for cost-saving opportunities, recommends products to internal customers, and documents asset-handling workflows. Collaborates with desktop management, IT, and business teams while supporting hardware staging, assembly, and physical inventory activities.

Leads strategic planning and high-visibility, cross-functional programs for the Retail Wireless organization. Develops executive narratives, board presentations, and data-driven communications; tracks departmental objectives; resolves process gaps; and facilitates executive governance. The role also uses AI tools to accelerate reporting, data synthesis, and workflow efficiency while supporting budget management, resource allocation, and performance analysis.

Supports functional-unit projects through research, data entry, administrative work, content creation, data analysis, problem solving, and collaboration. Works under close supervision with detailed instructions, handles confidential information discreetly, learns company policies and procedures, and presents internship project outcomes and lessons learned. The role may provide a pathway to future employment and potential security-clearance processing for classified national security work.

Leads systems engineering execution for satellite command-and-control ground systems supporting national defense missions. Owns requirements, verification and validation, system architecture, space-to-ground interfaces, integration, testing, operational readiness, risk mitigation, and sustainment. Coordinates cross-functional teams, mission operations, government stakeholders, and technical review boards while applying MBSE and requirements management processes. The role requires extensive lifecycle leadership of classified aerospace ground systems and eligibility for DoD TS/SCI or TS/SAP clearance.

Leads the optics department and owns the optical performance roadmap for current and future augmented reality systems. Responsibilities include team growth, optical architecture reviews, trade studies, metrology standards, design governance, supplier escalation, program execution, production transition, customer integration, and cross-functional alignment. The role establishes scalable processes, manages optical risks, supports defense and government programs, and partners with the Principal Optical Engineer to balance organizational leadership with technical execution.

Provides technical leadership for advanced radar system development, technology roadmaps, capture strategies, customer engagement, IRAD efforts, intellectual property protection, and cross-divisional technical challenges. The role requires deep expertise in systems engineering, radar architecture, RF design, DSP, modeling, simulation, and product development. It also involves mentoring technical talent, presenting to executives and industry audiences, establishing external partnerships, and supporting business development. Significant travel of up to 30% is required.