Propulsion Systems Product Lead VI

Agile Space Industries, Inc.•Durango, CO

8d•$156,000 - $210,000•Hybrid

About The Position

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 Company’s equity plan. Position Summary Product Leads within Agile support the development and execution of our expanding integrated systems product line. This role is responsible for owning the product line, product definition, roadmap planning support, and technical coordination activities supporting both business development and program execution efforts. The product lead for integrated systems will have a highly influential role, shaping how Agile designs, builds, and delivers integrated systems to our customers. The Product Lead works with technical fellows to define the technical roadmap for the product line. This role works across engineering, manufacturing, program management, and business development teams to refine product direction, establish technical requirements, and ensure alignment between customer mission needs and product capabilities. The Product Lead will own the technical volume for proposals and ensure the product line technical roadmap is reflected in proposal efforts. The Product Lead will also own the technical product details used to support marking and sales, such as fly sheets. This role will oversee the initial establishment of product requirements from proposal award through SRR, ensuring an effective handoff to the program systems engineering team. This Product Lead is expected to take ownership of assigned product areas, support technical planning activities, and help ensure products are positioned to meet long-term company and customer objectives. Propulsion systems is a growing product area for Agile, this role will have the opportunity to establish strategic relationships with external parties, both customers and suppliers. This position may require occasional travel, some on short notice, to provide direct customer support and technical assistance as well as burst capacity to satisfy customer needs.

Requirements

B.S. in Engineering or related technical field (or equivalent experience)
10+ years of experience in aerospace or related technical field
Proven experience with hypergolic rocket engine propulsion systems, including architecture, design, integration, test, and qualification
Knowledge of propulsion feed systems, valves, regulators, catalyst beds, thermal management, structural considerations, and pulsed thruster operation
Familiarity with propulsion system requirements development, verification, manufacturing, and qualification activities
Familiarity with propulsion component supply chain partners
Experience supporting proposal development and customer technical discussions
Experience supporting gated design reviews (SRR, PDR, CDR)
Experience with spacecraft propulsion interfaces, mission integration, trade studies, anomaly investigations, and technical risk reduction efforts
Strong systems engineering including understanding mechanical, fluid, and thermal systems and interactions with control electronic architecture
Experience working across multidisciplinary engineering teams and with customers to define mission objectives, CONOPS, and system requirements
Experience with product development processes and technical decision-making for propulsion systems

Nice To Haves

Experience developing strategic technical relationships with customers
Experience with developing hardware in a manufacturing production environment
Familiarity with requirements management tools
Experience supporting failure investigations and root cause analysis
Familiarity with NASA and/or other aerospace industry standards
Clear and concise presentation and communication skills
Experience with project management tools and techniques

Responsibilities

Drive product definition and roadmap planning for in-space propulsion systems
Lead technical activities related to business development and proposal efforts
Define and maintain product-level technical requirements
Lead requirements definition activities from contract award through SRR
Develop technical execution plans with support from engineering and manufacturing teams
Lead the technical transition of programs from business development into execution
Serve as a technical liaison between customers, programs, suppliers, and internal engineering teams
Establish technical relationships with customers to align products with mission needs
Participate in gated product development reviews and provide technical guidance for product evolution activities.
Support trade studies, anomaly investigations, and product improvement efforts
Coordinate across multidisciplinary teams to ensure alignment between technical, schedule, and product objectives
Think big and out of the box on propulsion system architectures, pushing the boundaries of technology for spacecraft propulsion capabilities