Jobs at Sierra Space

Lead and architect complex, multidisciplinary space system development. Drive requirements decomposition and traceability, system architecture, integration, verification/validation, technical risk management, milestone reviews, and mentor systems engineering staff while contributing to SE policies and processes.

Manage and administer equity compensation programs (options, RSUs, performance shares, ESPP); process transactions and maintain cap tables; prepare Section 16 reports in Workiva; ensure ASC 718 and SOX compliance; manage vendors; conduct market research and collaborate with HR, Finance, Legal, Tax, and Payroll to support grants and equity policy administration.

Provide high-level administrative support to senior executives including calendar management, meeting coordination, travel arrangements, event planning, document preparation, expense reporting, purchase requests, and file management. Serve as a primary contact for communications, assist with meeting agendas and minutes, collaborate with administrative staff, and handle confidential information while supporting project coordination and office operations.

The Principal Program Planning and Scheduling Analyst leads the establishment of the Integrated Master Schedule, conducts schedule analysis, and prepares executive reports to support decision-making for complex projects.

Provide physical protection and security operations support, use security technologies (cameras, access control, intrusion detection), process security clearances, manage investigations and interviews, and handle classified information per NISPOM compliance.

The Software Systems Engineer II designs, develops, and tests software for space systems, writing maintainable code and collaborating with teams on innovative solutions.

Support material availability for production by planning and scheduling procurement, using ERP/MRP systems and Excel. Collaborate with procurement, manufacturing, engineering, and logistics to forecast demand, resolve quality/delivery/pricing issues, and report inventory performance to management.

Support system development across requirements management, architecture, integration, and V&V for space and ground systems. Execute subsystem-level verification, hands-on integration and test activities, track technical risks, coordinate interfaces, and participate in reviews, trade studies, and audits to deliver compliant, flight-ready system solutions.

Lead system requirements decomposition, architecture, integration, and verification for space and ground systems. Drive V&V planning, manage technical risks, coordinate cross-functional integration and anomaly resolution, and produce systems engineering artifacts throughout the product lifecycle.

Lead and deliver a program (or IPT/portfolio under $100M) owning cost, schedule, and technical performance. Develop program plans, manage budgets/schedules, monitor performance, implement corrective actions, report risks/status to stakeholders, interface with finance, mentor junior managers, and ensure contractual and regulatory compliance. Support customer-facing activities and continuous improvement.

Lead planning, scheduling, budgeting, and earned value control for complex government/defense programs. Perform financial analyses, maintain expenditure records, integrate contractual changes into control systems, and mentor team members. Ensure compliance with government cost-control and EVMS guidelines and prepare program reports and forecasts.

As a Talent Sourcing Partner at Sierra Space, you will attract and recruit talent, manage pipelines, conduct screenings, and coordinate interviews while ensuring alignment with business needs.

Lead specification, architecture, integration, and verification of complex space systems. Manage requirements derivation, traceability, V&V planning, system integration, and technical risk. Coordinate cross-functional teams, oversee milestone reviews, and ensure compliance with engineering processes and operational readiness.

Perform and lead structural design and analysis using hand calculations and FEA to solve complex aerospace structural integrity problems. Own discrete technical packages as a Responsible Engineer, develop practical solutions, collaborate across disciplines, mentor junior engineers, and communicate technical matters with internal and external stakeholders to ensure project integration and technical excellence.

Plan and schedule material procurement to meet production timelines using ERP/MRP systems. Forecast demand, optimize inventory, monitor supplier performance, resolve delivery/quality issues, collaborate with procurement, engineering and manufacturing, and prepare inventory and material planning reports to support production.

As Manager of Production Operations, you will lead a team in machine shop activities, ensuring operational excellence, safety, and compliance in aerospace-grade component production.

The Avionics Technician I installs, inspects, tests, and repairs avionics systems while performing basic maintenance and setup activities. This entry-level role focuses on the use of precision tools, adherence to safety practices, and collaboration for high-quality work.

Lead design, analysis, testing, and validation of aerospace propulsion systems. Serve as Responsible Engineer on technical packages, collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, mentor junior engineers, develop technical standards, and produce documentation to ensure performance, reliability, and regulatory compliance.

Lead and manage spacecraft ground operations, ensuring efficient processing and launch readiness of spacecraft while implementing improvements and maintaining safety compliance.

Design and develop flight software for space systems, mentor engineers, and ensure adherence to software development principles in an Agile environment.