Top Aerospace Jobs in Denver & Boulder, CO

Develop and maintain application software using C++, contributing to requirements analysis, software design, coding, testing, and technical documentation. The engineer will follow established development processes, create requirements and design artifacts, prepare test plans, and collaborate with senior team members while working independently when needed.

Owns end-to-end execution and integration of a complex satellite constellation across spacecraft, ground systems, communications, suppliers, launch, deployment, commissioning, and mission operations. Manages cost, schedule, technical performance, dependencies, risks, resources, suppliers, and operational readiness for $100M+ efforts. Establishes integrated plans, drives critical-path execution, resolves blockers, develops recovery strategies, and communicates decision-ready assessments to executives and cross-functional stakeholders.

Leads technical engineering projects and small cross-functional teams, integrating solutions while balancing technical, cost, schedule, and quality requirements. Responsibilities include trade studies, technical evaluations, estimates, supplier coordination, Statements of Work, risk and opportunity management, stakeholder communication, and mentoring junior engineers. The role bridges Engineering and Program offices and drives innovation and continuous improvement.

Leads systems engineering for space-based infrared sensor payloads supporting missile warning and tracking. Oversees requirements, architecture, supplier activities, interfaces, verification, sensor performance, detection and tracking algorithms, modeling, simulation, integration, testing, calibration, and on-orbit operations. Coordinates multidisciplinary teams and customer interfaces while managing technical risks, performance margins, anomalies, and mission-level track accuracy. Provides senior technical authority and mentorship across payload, spacecraft, software, algorithms, GNC, and mission operations.

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 Chief Engineering organization for multiple next-generation space vehicle programs. Sets technical standards, oversees systems engineering and design assurance, manages technical baselines and readiness reviews, resolves cross-program integration risks, and represents technical strategy to executives, customers, and stakeholders. Recruits and develops engineering leaders while ensuring disciplined execution across mechanical, electrical, software, test, and verification activities.

Conduct high-volume recruiting for nationwide In-Home Services locations by screening applicants, sourcing candidates, scheduling interviews, supporting recruiting projects, and improving hiring funnels. The role uses ATS platforms, sourcing tools, AI applications, and data interpretation to enhance recruiting efficiency while providing responsive support to candidates and business partners.

Drive QA excellence through manual and automated testing, build and maintain regression suites, develop Salesforce-specific test plans, perform API testing, and collaborate with developers to ensure stable, customer-ready releases.

The role involves designing and leading the development of focal plane subsystems for space applications, overseeing project execution, and collaborating with technical teams.

Lead the design, development, integration, testing, and delivery of real-time space vehicle simulators in hardware-in-the-loop and digital environments. Define requirements and architectures, guide technical decisions, develop software across its lifecycle, deploy containerized simulation services, and ensure simulator products meet mission-critical operational use cases. Collaborate within Agile, DevSecOps, and cross-functional engineering teams.

Lead the design, development, integration, testing, and delivery of real-time space vehicle simulators in hardware-in-the-loop and software-only environments. Define requirements, architectures, interfaces, use cases, and verification strategies while providing technical leadership. Develop operational software using C/C++, Ruby, or Python; deploy containerized simulation services; and apply systems engineering, Agile, DevSecOps, version control, and formal development practices.

Provides senior systems engineering, integration, interoperability, sustainment, testing, troubleshooting, and technical advisory support for MILSATCOM and Protected MILSATCOM capabilities. Analyzes architectures, cryptographic systems, interfaces, data flows, and proposed modifications; develops technical documentation and test assets; supports site surveys, operational evaluations, and field maintenance at CONUS and OCONUS locations. Collaborates with government, military, allied, and technical stakeholders to resolve complex issues and improve operational readiness.

Designs and produces proposal documents, presentations, graphics, infographics, and bid materials. Translates complex technical information into clear visual stories, maintains templates and design systems, coordinates document production and quality checks, tracks revisions and submission requirements, and supports final digital and print delivery. Collaborates with proposal managers, business development teams, and technical experts while improving production workflows and supporting customer-facing materials.

Leads finance transformation by modernizing FP&A, finance systems, data architecture, and business processes. Oversees financial modeling, cost-benefit analysis, planning, forecasting, reporting, EPM implementation, data governance, and self-service analytics. Partners with executives and cross-functional teams to translate business needs into scalable technology solutions, manages finance tools, and mentors analysts.

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.

Own day-to-day marketing execution with an emphasis on content and product storytelling. Translate complex technical concepts into credible content for technical, business, and executive audiences. Create blogs, thought leadership, customer stories, campaigns, emails, landing pages, social content, presentations, and webinar materials. Manage marketing channels, support industry events, coordinate communications, and use AI and automation thoughtfully to improve efficiency. The role requires independent project ownership and close collaboration with leaders, engineers, customers, and marketing partners.