Jobs at Sierra Space

Design, develop, and test advanced RF systems and components for space applications (antennas, transmitters, receivers, amplifiers). Perform performance testing, validation, trade studies, requirements management, systems integration, and V&V. Serve as Responsible Engineer for technical packages, troubleshoot complex issues, mentor junior engineers, and produce technical documentation to meet performance and reliability standards.

Lead design, development, modification, and evaluation of complex electrical and avionic systems (power, control, EWIS, CD&H). Conduct tests and simulations, perform trade studies, manage requirements and V&V, troubleshoot systems, document results, mentor junior engineers, and act as technical lead on specialized projects ensuring design integrity and compliance with industry standards.

Lead development and execution of integrated communications strategies, media relations, digital campaigns, multimedia content creation, crisis communications, stakeholder collaboration, project management, and mentoring. Measure impact with analytics to optimize performance and protect organizational reputation.

Lead and execute medium-sized engineering projects, managing design, integration, suppliers, cost/schedule, risk, and status reporting. Provide technical estimates, trade studies, mentorship, and cross-functional coordination between Engineering and Program offices to meet technical, quality, cost, and schedule requirements.

The Principal Mechanical Engineer leads design and analysis projects, manages system and component integration, mentors engineers, and drives innovation within cross-functional teams, ensuring successful project execution.

Lead design, development, modification, and evaluation of complex electrical and avionic systems (CD&H, power, control, EWIS). Perform tests and simulations, validate performance, document results, troubleshoot, and provide advanced technical support. Mentor junior engineers, act as technical lead on specialized projects, participate in system integration, V&V, requirements management, and trade studies to guide subsystem architecture decisions.

The Principal Loads & Dynamics Engineer will provide expertise in dynamics and vibration, create analysis documentation, collaborate with teams, mentor engineers, and ensure aerospace systems meet performance requirements.

Install, inspect, test, adjust, and repair avionics equipment and systems. Perform equipment setup, precision measurement and fixture fabrication, precision cleaning and chemistry processes, and apply shop best practices (5S, FOD, ESD). Follow PPE and handling requirements, document findings, and collaborate to ensure workmanship and schedule adherence.

Lead design and development of complex electrical harnesses and avionics systems (Harness 3D), perform tests and simulations, troubleshoot and improve existing systems, document designs and test results, mentor junior engineers, act as technical lead on specialized projects, and support systems integration, V&V, trade studies, and program CAM activities.

Lead mechanical design, analysis, integration, and testing for propulsion and related systems. Manage system/component development, perform trade studies, interpret test/simulation data, produce technical documentation, represent the organization on projects, and mentor junior engineers to meet performance and safety requirements.

As a Test Engineer II, you'll develop, schedule, execute, and document tests for aerospace systems, ensuring compliance with requirements and providing troubleshooting support.

The Sr Systems Engineer leads the development and integration of advanced systems solutions, ensuring alignment throughout the product lifecycle while managing requirements and technical risks.

The Senior Manager of Software Engineering leads ground software development for satellite programs, managing teams and projects, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives and overseeing comprehensive testing processes.

The Director leads spacecraft test engineering, ensuring comprehensive testing, strategic execution, and collaboration across development phases for operational excellence.

The Principal Systems Engineer leads advanced system solutions development, guiding teams through the product lifecycle and ensuring system integration, verification, and alignment with project objectives.

Design, analyze, and own mechanical/structural engineering packages for spacecraft systems. Serve as Responsible Engineer, produce technical documentation, mentor junior engineers, and coordinate with stakeholders to meet program requirements, schedules, and budgets.

Lead multi-discipline production teams for satellite and spacecraft systems, translate functional plans into operational objectives, manage budgets, drive large cross-functional projects, support organizational change, and interact with executive leadership to ensure delivery and compliance with industry standards.

Design spacecraft trajectories and plan missions using FreeFlyer and MATLAB. Integrate timelines, procedures, attitudes, and trajectories with hardware/software teams. Complete training and simulations toward flight controller certification and provide real-time mission support from the Mission Control Center in Louisville, CO, including shift work during operations.

Support spacecraft and launch vehicle processing and ground operations: author and validate MES procedures, perform integration, propellant and hazardous operations, execute checkouts, maintain clean-room protocols, verify launch provider and range safety compliance, document anomalies and lessons learned, coordinate across engineering, quality, supply chain, and external stakeholders, and travel to support campaign execution.

Develop and implement manufacturing processes to improve efficiency, quality, and safety. Perform root cause analysis and corrective actions, lead Lean/Six Sigma process improvements, conduct process validation, support preventive maintenance, create SOPs/work instructions, read engineering drawings/schematics, analyze production data, and collaborate cross-functionally to optimize production and resolve technical issues.