Systems Engineer VI Thruster Programs

Agile Space Industries is a rapidly growing supplier of propulsion hardware and engineering services for the space industry. Headquartered in Durango Colorado with expanding operations in and Tulsa Oklahoma and upcoming growth in Seattle Washington Agile has achieved more than 40% year-over-year growth for the past three years and our momentum continues to accelerate.

At Agile we design build and test in-space propulsion systems that give spacecraft the ability to maneuver with precision reliability and purpose. Our technologies play a critical role in missions that range from lunar landings and resource utilization to national defense human exploration and commercial space transport.

We are seeking bold and driven individuals who thrive in a hands-on fast-moving environment and want to help write the next chapter of space history as part of a close-knit innovative team. You will take on a demanding and rewarding role at Agile directly shaping the future of in-space propulsion. As an integral contributor during our growth stage you will be eligible to participate in our stock option plan giving you the opportunity to share in the long-term value you help create. All stock grants are subject to executive review and approval in accordance with the Companys equity plan.

Agile is seeking an experienced Senior Staff Systems Engineer to provide end-to-end systems engineering leadership across rocket engine and thruster development programs. This role is responsible for driving a clear executable thread from customer mission and CONOPS through system requirements architecture design verification qualification and delivery.

The ideal candidate brings strong system-level thinking and deep technical experience in propulsion or related aerospace hardware. This role works directly with the customer and internal teams to define the mission translate it into requirements and ensure the system is designed built and tested to meet those objectives.

This position is accountable for maintaining technical coherence across disciplines and driving system-level decisions throughout the program lifecycle. The role requires leadership in requirements definition and flowdown architecture development trade studies risk management and verification and validation planning and execution. The candidate is responsible for working with the customer to drive agreement on requirements.

Agile operates in a fast-paced development environment. This role is expected to take ownership drive decisions and ensure alignment across teams customers and suppliers to deliver a working testable system.

This role can be Seattle-based hybrid OR Onsite in Durango CO. Residency within commuting distance of Seattle is -office expectations will be determined by business needs and may include a defined hybrid schedule.Preference given towards candidate willing to relocate to Durango CO.

Responsibilities

• Work directly with customers to define mission objectives CONOPS and system success criteria
• Translate mission needs into clear testable system requirements and maintain end-to-end traceability through delivery
• Lead system architecture development and trade studies including evaluation of performance risk cost and schedule impacts
• Ensure consistency and integration across propulsion structures avionics thermal fluids and manufacturing interfaces
• Lead the definition planning and execution of the verification and validation approach including qualification plans and acceptance test procedures
• Ensure verification is tied directly to requirements and planned early in the development lifecycle
• Lead and support gated product development reviews (SRR PDR CDR etc.)
• Identify track and drive closure of technical risks interface issues and system gaps
• Independently analyze system performance and recommend design or architecture changes as needed
• Facilitate communication between customers internal teams and suppliers ensuring clear understanding of system intent constraints and decisions
• Support failure investigations root cause analysis and corrective actions
• Contribute to improving systems engineering processes tools and execution across programs

Required Qualifications

• B.S. in Engineering or related technical field (or equivalent experience)
• 12 years of experience driving systems development in aerospace or related technical field
• Experience in with liquid propellant rocket engines or thruster hardware development programs
• Strong understanding of propulsion systems fluid systems and system integration challenges
• Demonstrated experience in requirements definition decomposition and management
• Experience leading or supporting verification and validation planning and execution
• Experience leading gated design reviews (SRR PDR CDR MRR and TRR)/product lifecycle
• Ability to drive system-level decision making and cross-functional alignment
• Experience leading customer discussions (government or commercial)
• Experience with requirements management tools (e.g. JAMA or similar)
• Proven experience driving advanced technical efforts and anticipating future technical needs
• Ability to drive programs and execute long term technical strategies
• Ability to drive consensus across stakeholders and elevating organizational technical capabilities
• Proven experience mentoring engineers and leading through technical challenges and ambiguity

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience developing space flight hardware with a comprehensive understanding of space design best practices.
• Experience with test plan development and hot fire testing of rocket engines
• Experienced in leading failure investigations and root cause analysis
• Familiarity with NASA or other relevant industry standards.
• Familiarity with Range Safety requirements such as AFSPCMAN 91-710 and process of tailoring industry standard specification to a specific application
• Clear and concise presentation skills.
• Demonstrated experience with risk and opportunity management activities and strategies

Physical Requirements: Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer

Employment Type: Exempt

Salary: $160000 - $200000 Final compensation will be based on factors such as experience skills and internal equity and is typically made within the midrange rather than the upper end.

Work Schedule: Full Time

Travel Requirements: < 25%

Location: Remote CO

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This role can be Seattle-based hybrid OR Onsite in Durango CO. Residency within commuting distance of Seattle is -office expectations will be determined by business needs and may include a defined hybrid schedule.Preference given towards candidate willing to relocate to Durango CO.

Posting Timeline: This position will remain open for a minimum of five (5) days and will continue to accept applications until the role is filled. Early applications are encouraged as reviews and interviews may begin during the posting period.

What Youll Love About Us: Agile Space Industries offers exceptional benefits to support you and your family including generous health coverage dental and vision plans Flexible Time Off parental leave and a 401(k) with 100% company match up to 4%. We are committed to creating a diverse work environment and proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion gender gender identity or expression sexual orientation national origin genetics disability age veteran status or any other basis protected by law.

Disclaimer: Agile is proud to offer a competitive benefits package to support our team members as they take on challenging mission-driven work. The benefits listed in this job description are applicable to full-time employees. Part-time temporary or other non-full-time employees may have different benefit eligibility in accordance with company policy and applicable plan terms.

Dont meet every single requirement At Agile we are committed to fostering a diverse inclusive and authentic workplace. If youre excited about this role but your experience doesnt perfectly align with every qualification we encourage you to apply anyway. You might be the perfect fit for this role or another opportunity with us.

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Recruitment Notice: Agile Space Industries is not partnering with external recruiters or agencies at this time. Please do not contact our staff directly regarding open positions. All candidates must apply through our official application process to be considered