Mechanical Engineer V - Team Manager

The role

This person will provide senior-level mechanical design engineering leadership for controllable solid propulsion systems. They will lead and develop a team of approximately 10 engineers.

What you will do

• Lead complex mechanical design challenges for solid rocket motor systems, specialized igniters, pressure vessels, actuators, hot gas valves, and rocket thrusters
• Perform trade-off analyses and drive multidisciplinary design optimization
• Develop detailed 2D and 3D CAD models and technical drawings
• Apply and interpret complex Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T) and statistical tolerance analysis
• Set up and validate structural, dynamic, thermal, and combustion simulations
• Apply expertise in advanced metals, refractory metals, ceramics, insulators, composites, and additive manufacturing
• Contribute to propellant chemistry evaluation, grain design optimization, advanced ballistics modeling, and combustion/transient response prediction
• Provide technical direction and programmatic oversight across the mechanical engineering discipline
• Mentor and develop engineering team members through coaching, feedback, training, and growth opportunities
• Support resource planning, staffing allocation, annual operating plan, budget inputs, performance appraisals, and recruitment

Required qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in aerospace engineering, mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, or another relevant engineering discipline from an accredited college/university
• At least 10 years of mechanical design experience
• Advanced technical and organizational leadership skills
• Ability to manage ambiguity and competing priorities
• Strong analytical, communication, and presentation skills
• Strong experience with CAD modeling and technical drawing creation in SolidWorks
• Complex GD&T and tolerance analysis experience
• Demonstrated hands-on experience in the design, development, testing, or manufacturing of controllable solid propulsion systems
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Demonstrated ability to lead, mentor, and develop diverse, high-performing engineering teams
• Able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Security Clearance at the appropriate level

Nice to have

• Controllable Solid Rocket Propulsion Systems Design experience
• Experience with functional management of small, highly technical teams

Benefits

• Flexible Time Off (FTO)
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Flexible, affordable gym memberships
• 401(k) retirement plan with a 50% company match on contributions up to 8%
• Company wellness programs
• Additional voluntary benefits and employee support resources

Before you apply

• Must be a U.S. Person (US Citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., or a protected individual)
• Must be eligible to obtain any required export authorizations from the U.S. Department of State or the U.S. Department of Commerce
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Security Clearance at the appropriate level

About the company

Voyager is an innovative space, defense, and national security technology company. They tackle complex challenges to unlock new frontiers for human progress, fortify national security, and protect critical assets.