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Systems Engineering Manager

ExoTerra

ExoTerra

Software Engineering
Littleton, CO, USA
USD 110k-189k / year
Posted on Nov 26, 2025

Systems Engineering Manager

2.6 de 5 estrellas
Littleton, CO 80127

Información del empleo

Sueldo

  • $110,000 - $189,000 por año

Tipo de empleo

  • Full-time

Turno y horario

  • 8 hour shift
  • Overtime
  • Weekends as needed
  • Monday to Friday

Descripción completa del empleo

ExoTerra is an industry leader in the development and production of electric propulsion systems for small and micro satellites. The company provides propulsion solutions for space exploration, defense and commercial programs. We are a dynamic and rapidly expanding project-based manufacturing company in the aerospace and defense sector.

ExoTerra is also now part of Voyager Technologies. Voyager is an innovative defense, national security and space technology company committed to advancing and delivering transformative, mission-critical solutions. We tackle the most complex challenges to unlock new frontiers for human progress, fortify national security, and protect critical assets to lead in the race for technological and operational superiority from ground to space.

Job Overview
ExoTerra Resource is a rapidly growing small business specializing in Solar Electric Propulsion (SEP) Modules and Microsatellites. We are seeking a Systems Engineering Manager to lead our systems engineering team that provide technical support for our programs.

Responsibilities

  • Perform systems engineering for company propulsion modules in support of multiple projects. This includes performing system level trade studies and analysis, developing and verifying requirements, maintaining Interface Control Documents, and managing Program resource budgets such as mass, power, pointing tolerance, propellant, memory, switches, etc.
  • Develop and submit systems engineering deliverables to customers.
  • Support and present at program reviews.
  • Support program technical risk resolution.
  • Support failure investigations and resolution.
  • Manage systems engineering staff, including timecard signoff, annual performance reviews, mentoring, goal setting, and working with HR on any disciplinary action required.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Physics.
  • 10+ years of experience with spacecraft systems engineering.
  • Experience with spacecraft avionics, software and GN&C preferred.
  • Ability to perform system level spacecraft trades.
  • Strong problem-solving skills with ability to think outside of the box.
  • Ability to work independently, as well as within a team Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with an entrepreneurial mindset.
  • Demonstrated Leadership skills Experience managing budget & schedule preferred.

Schedule:

  • 8-hour shift Monday to Friday
  • Weekends and Overtime as needed

Language:

  • English (Required)

Experience level:

  • Satellite: 10 years (Required)
  • Systems engineering: 10 years (Required)

Ability to commute/relocate:

  • Littleton, CO 80127: reliably commute or willing to relocate with an employer-provided relocation package (Required)

Benefits

  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Disability insurance
  • Education reimbursement
  • Health insurance
  • Health savings account
  • Holiday shut down (Christmas to New Year's)
  • Paid time off - 3 weeks annual vacation
  • Parental leave
  • Relocation assistance
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Vision insurance

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States.

Pay: $110,000.00 - $189,000.00 per year

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Parental leave
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

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