Top Aerospace Jobs in Denver & Boulder, CO

Develops and maintains software requirements, architectures, algorithms, APIs, backend services, and user interfaces for SATCOM mission-planning systems. Supports Agile and DevSecOps development across design, integration, testing, and deployment, including CI/CD automation, vulnerability scanning, code reviews, and performance optimization. The role works with space and ground systems, geospatial visualization, databases, Kubernetes, and modern front-end technologies. It requires active Secret clearance, U.S. citizenship, full-time onsite work in Colorado Springs, and up to 10% travel.

Develop and maintain requirements, architecture, APIs, interfaces, and algorithms for SATCOM mission planning software. Support full software lifecycle in Agile/DevSecOps environments, build backend services, implement CI/CD pipelines, perform code reviews, and translate designs into modern front-end interfaces emphasizing automation, testing, security, and performance.

Leads software systems engineering for SATCOM mission-planning tools supporting space and ground systems. Responsibilities include requirements, architecture, API and backend development, frontend interface implementation, integration, testing, deployment, code reviews, security, performance improvements, and mentoring. The role operates in an Agile, DevSecOps, and CI/CD environment and requires 100% onsite work in Colorado Springs, travel up to 10%, an active U.S. Secret clearance, and U.S. citizenship.

Implement and embed data and AI governance across Databricks and Snowflake platforms. Partner with delivery pods to automate quality gates, lineage, monitoring, and risk triage. Translate policy into technical controls, build observability for data drift and distribution, and optimize governance processes to accelerate compliant deployments.

Develop financial insights, forecasts, models, and executive-level reporting for enterprise strategy. Partner with Finance, Accounting, and the CFO to explain consolidated performance, support reporting workflows and period-end closes, and prepare Board presentations. Apply analytical tools and AI applications to interpret financial data, identify performance drivers, and improve reporting efficiency.

Manages international tax accounting and compliance, including ASC 740 tax provisions, transfer pricing, foreign subsidiary tax returns, U.S. international tax filings, tax research, tax planning, acquisitions, and tax examinations. Collaborates with accounting, legal, treasury, external consultants, and other stakeholders on international tax matters and communicates complex tax and accounting concepts to management.

Build and operate cloud security tooling, automation, and controls across AWS and Azure. Secure IAM, networks, infrastructure-as-code, CI/CD, PKI, certificates, Kubernetes integrations, and secrets management with HashiCorp Vault. Lead security projects from design through implementation, troubleshoot multi-account cloud networks, conduct CSPM and threat detection work, and support incident response. Collaborate with engineering teams on secure architectures and leverage AI to accelerate development. The role is onsite in Denver or Long Beach, may include on-call duties and occasional travel, and requires obtaining and maintaining a security clearance.

Creates and modifies complex 3D component and assembly models, detailed CAD drawings, and configuration-management records. Performs design checks, identifies inconsistencies, applies GD&T and MBSD standards, and proposes modifications to improve product quality and functionality. Collaborates with engineers to resolve design issues and develop aerospace components while maintaining PLM documentation and organized design data.

Manages complex procurement orders, negotiates supplier terms, evaluates supplier performance, maintains supplier relationships, and ensures procurement documentation complies with company policies. Identifies cost-saving opportunities, monitors market trends, coordinates with leadership and external personnel, and uses SAP or similar ERP/MRP systems to manage purchasing processes and records.

Develop, test, and maintain embedded satellite/airborne/ground software across the full software lifecycle. Design and implement software (C/C++, Rust, Python, Ruby) for Embedded Linux, interact with FPGAs, configure embedded Linux distributions (PetaLinux/Yocto), implement messaging (MQTT/ZeroMQ), produce UML designs, follow formal development practices, and support integration, testing, and documentation. On-site five days weekly; requires active Secret clearance and ability to obtain TS/SCI.

Performs spectral transmission and reflectance testing of optical components using spectrophotometers, FTIR, interferometers, and related equipment. Prepares samples, calibrates instruments, analyzes measurement data, investigates anomalies, interprets drawings and specifications, and supports optical alignment and stray-light analysis. Handles, inspects, and cleans delicate components, reviews vendor data, maintains laboratory equipment, develops procedures, and prepares technical reports. Collaborates with optical, mechanical, systems, and manufacturing teams in an on-site laboratory and cleanroom environment.

Define EMI/EMC compliance architectures for spacecraft subsystems and electronic assemblies. Analyze and allocate requirements, support circuit and interface design, participate in hardware development, and provide testing support during environmental EMC evaluations. Document test results and compliance reports, address test exceedances, and contribute technical leadership throughout the program lifecycle from concept through delivery.

Leads mechanical design, kinematic and structural analysis, integration, material selection, testing, and verification of movable thrust-vectoring nozzles for solid rocket motors. Coordinates EMA and sensor suppliers, presents technical maturity and risk data at program milestones, and supports static and flight-test qualification. Requires extensive rocket propulsion and movable nozzle/TVC experience, advanced CAD and FEA familiarity, and eligibility for a DoD Secret clearance.

Leads a portfolio of high-value government and prime contractor accounts, owning account health, growth strategy, revenue forecasts, margins, contract continuity, pipeline, and customer outcomes. Builds executive relationships, drives expansions and recompetes, oversees Program Managers, coordinates cross-functional product and service delivery, and translates mission needs into capture strategies, investments, and measurable business growth.

Leads RF and microwave design strategy across aerospace and defense products, including receivers, transmitters, synthesizers, radar, data links, and SATCOM. Serves as the company-wide RF subject matter expert, owning technology roadmaps, architecture approvals, certification strategies, design reviews, qualification plans, and lifecycle issue resolution. Provides technical authority, mentors RF engineering teams, guides NPI and BTI activities, supports suppliers and customers, and drives design improvements, reuse, cost reduction, and development speed.

Design and develop high-performance electrical, computing, sensing, communication, and power systems for fixed-wing aircraft. Lead and contribute to multiple product design cycles involving electrical, mechanical, logic, and software engineering. Ship reliable, high-quality products while navigating development challenges, meeting deadlines, and improving hardware development efficiency, quality, and aircraft reliability.

Coordinates workplace operations, office administration, scheduling, travel, expenses, meetings, vendors, events, and employee experience activities. Supports HR onboarding, offboarding, personnel records, benefits documentation, and training processes. Maintains accurate trackers, spreadsheets, forms, business-system records, and confidential documentation while supporting leaders and teams, managing competing priorities, and ensuring the office remains organized, welcoming, and operational.