Systems Engineer IV

Voyager Space Holdings • Folsom, CA

69d • $108,000 - $165,000

About The Position

Project Engineer IV provides engineering leadership and cross-functional coordination for complex defense-related projects. The individual acts as the primary technical interface between engineering, program management, customers, suppliers, and internal stakeholders, ensuring successful execution of technical scope, schedule, and risk.

Requirements

• U.S. citizenship required due to government program requirements
• Must have or be able to obtain and maintain an active DoD Secret Clearance
• Demonstrated ability to manage engineering projects through full lifecycle-from requirements definition through verification and delivery
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills with a collaborative, mission-focused mindset
• Strong technical background and sound engineering decision-making skills
• Driven individual with a continuous improvement attitude and high standards for technical rigor
• Well versed in customer expectation management, communication, and stakeholder management

Nice To Haves

• 7-10 years of project engineering, systems engineering, or technical leadership experience
• Background in aerospace or defense industry, preferably on DoD and MDA programs
• Experience with Earned Value Management (EVM) and Integrated Master Plans/Schedules (IMP/IMS)
• Experience as a Control Account Manager (CAM) under full EVMS-compliant contracts
• Proficient in applying systems engineering methodologies and processes with a strong understanding of the SE lifecycle as defined by DoD and MDA acquisition standards
• Preferred knowledge of controllable solids technology and propulsion-related system integration
• Prior experience interfacing with DoD customers and supporting proposal efforts a plus

Responsibilities

• Serve as technical lead and integrator for assigned defense and aerospace projects
• Develop, maintain, and execute integrated master schedules in coordination with engineering and program management
• Manage and lead Integrated Product Teams (IPTs), including resource allocation and task prioritization across disciplines
• Coordinate cross-disciplinary engineering inputs (mechanical, electrical, systems, software)
• Drive risk and opportunity management planning and mitigation strategies
• Manage and develop complex project planning and integration activities involving cross-functional engineering teams
• Develop statement of work (SOW) for internal and subcontracted efforts
• Manage subcontract technical execution, including coordination, oversight, and interface control
• Conduct hardware procurement planning and lead trade studies to inform make/buy decisions
• Support customer technical interchange meetings, design reviews (SRR, PDR, CDR), and working groups
• Author and review engineering documentation, including Interface Control Documents (ICDs), Engineering Change Notices (ECNs), and test plans
• Ensure compliance with CDRLs, program contract requirements, deliverables, and related obligations

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Discretionary annual bonus plan
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Comprehensive health benefit package
• Retirement savings
• Wellness program
• Various other benefits

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree