Senior Project Engineer

The role

The Senior Project Engineer leads the end-to-end execution of solid rocket motor design and manufacturing programs. This role manages schedule, cost, and technical performance from concept through qualification.

What you will do

• Lead execution of solid rocket motor design and manufacturing programs from proposal through qualification
• Own and report schedule, cost, and technical performance
• Serve as the primary technical interface with customers, subcontractors, and internal stakeholders
• Drive alignment on requirements, risks, and program status
• Manage the development of the Integrated Master Schedule
• Maintain baseline control through design, development, test, and production phases
• Identify, assess, and drive mitigation of program risks and technical issues
• Escalate unresolved constraints proactively to program leadership

Required qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Chemical, Aerospace, or closely related science or engineering field with 7 years of combined technical engineering and project engineering or project management exper
• Demonstrated experience with solid rocket motor design, development, and manufacturing processes
• Experience with safety, handling, and regulatory requirements governing energetic materials
• Ability to develop and maintain an Integrated Master Schedule
• Ability to execute against program baselines in a fast-paced, resource-constrained environment
• U.S. citizenship required to obtain and maintain a U.S. DoD Security Clearance
• Must be a U.S. Person (US Citizen, lawful permanent resident, or protected individual) to conform to ITAR and EAR
• Must meet 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 in propulsion, energetics, or defense programs
• Hands-on experience supporting solid rocket motor or munitions development from concept through fielding
• Strong technical expertise in hardware design, manufacturing, or a closely related discipline 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 for security clearance
• Must be a U.S. Person to conform to export regulations
• Must meet minimum age requirements (21 and over) for explosives licenses
• Must complete legally required background investigations

About the company

Voyager is an innovative space, defense, and national security technology company. They build technologies to protect lives, expand frontiers, and prepare for future challenges.