Principal Project Engineer

The role

The Principal Project Engineer leads end-to-end execution of solid rocket motor programs. This role serves as a senior technical authority and manages cost, schedule, and technical performance from proposal through production.

What you will do

• Own end-to-end technical and programmatic execution on one or more solid rocket motor programs
• Serve as the primary customer and stakeholder interface on assigned programs
• Drive resolution of technically complex or ambiguous engineering and program execution challenges
• Contribute to portfolio-level technical visibility
• Identify shared risks or dependencies across programs
• Mentor junior Project Engineers in technical and programmatic disciplines

Required qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Chemical, Aerospace, or closely related engineering or science field with 10 years of combined technical engineering and project engineering or project management expe
• Deep experience with solid rocket motor or energetics design, development, and manufacturing
• Proven ability to manage complex, fast-moving defense programs
• U.S. citizenship required
• Eligibility to obtain and maintain a U.S. DoD Security Clearance
• Must be a U.S. Person (US Citizen, lawful permanent resident, or protected individual)
• Must meet all eligibility requirements to obtain and maintain applicable state and federal explosives licenses
• Minimum age of 21 and over
• Successful completion of any legally required background investigations

Nice to have

• Background leading multiple concurrent SRM or energetics programs
• Strong technical expertise in hardware design, manufacturing, or systems engineering within defense, space, or aerospace programs

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

• U.S. citizenship required
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Security Clearance
• Must meet eligibility for state and federal explosives licenses
• Minimum age 21 and over
• Must be a U.S. Person to conform to export regulations

About the company

Voyager is an innovative space, defense, and national security technology company. They tackle complex challenges to deliver transformative, mission-critical solutions for human progress and national security.