Systems Engineer VI – Team Manager

Voyager Technologies

. Perform project engineering tasks independently on fast-paced programs .

Posted 10/9/2026full-timeUnited StatesSeniorLead💰 $161,016 - $279,160 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in project engineering, system integration, and risk management within defense and aerospace programs, while providing leadership and mentorship to engineering teams. Proficient in managing technical execution, compliance, and stakeholder engagement in a fast-paced environment.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Project Engineering ExperienceSystem Integration ExpertiseLeadership and MentorshipRisk Management FrameworksU.S. Security Clearance Eligibility

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Hard Skills

System IntegrationVerification PlanningConfiguration ManagementTechnical Baseline DefinitionEngineering Process ImprovementsCost EstimationProposal DevelopmentModel-Based Engineering PracticesTechnical Performance MetricsMultidisciplinary Team Leadership

Soft Skills

Analytical SkillsCommunication SkillsPresentation SkillsTeam DevelopmentEngagement with Executive Audiences

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft ProjectPrimaveraEngineering Management ToolsProject Planning Tools

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Aerospace EngineeringMaster's Degree PreferredU.S. Government Export Control Compliance

Industry Keywords

Defense ProgramsAerospace ProgramsIntegrated Product TeamsControllable Solid Rocket PropulsionITAR/EAR Eligibility

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Perform project engineering tasks independently on fast-paced programs
Serve as chief project engineer or senior technical lead for large, multi-phase, or multi-contract defense and aerospace programs
Provide people leadership and management support for an engineering technical team of approximately 10 engineers
Define and guide system architecture, integration, and verification strategies
Oversee engineering execution across multiple Integrated Product Teams and major subcontractors
Ensure technical, cost, and schedule compliance
Lead technical baseline definition, configuration management, system integration planning, and major design and integration reviews
Chair or support SRR, PDR, CDR, and TRR reviews
Ensure readiness and compliance with technical performance metrics
Serve as primary engineering interface to executive management and Department of Defense customers
Support technical interchange meetings and milestone reviews
Manage and approve Statements of Work, subcontractor technical deliverables, and supplier design inputs
Develop and implement risk and opportunity management frameworks
Mentor, coach, and provide technical oversight to project engineers and functional leads
Support proposal development, cost estimation, and new business capture
Enforce systems engineering standards, model-based engineering practices, and configuration control
Drive engineering process improvements, knowledge management, and best practices
Report to the Director of Engineering within the Controllable Solid Propulsion department

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's Degree in aerospace engineering, mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, or another relevant engineering discipline from an accredited college/university; Master’s Degree preferred
Equivalent experience may be considered in lieu of a degree
Fifteen (15) years of project engineering experience
Expertise in system integration, verification planning, and risk-based engineering approaches
Ability to lead technical execution across multidisciplinary engineering teams, programs, and major subcontractors
Strong analytical, communication, and presentation skills, including engagement with executive and customer audiences
Proficiency with Microsoft Project, Primavera, or equivalent engineering management and project planning tools
Ability to lead, mentor, and develop team members in a professional engineering environment
Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Security Clearance at the appropriate level
Controllable Solid Rocket Propulsion System leadership experience preferred
Functional management of small, highly technical teams preferred
Ability to travel approximately 20% of the time
Must meet applicable U.S. Government export control requirements, including ITAR/EAR eligibility
Must be a U.S. Person: a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., or protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. § 1324b(a)(3)
Must be eligible to obtain required export authorizations

Benefits

Comp & perks

Incentive plan eligibility
Flexible Time Off (FTO)
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and their families
Flexible, affordable gym memberships with 12,700+ options nationwide
401(k) retirement plan with a 50% company match on contributions up to 8%
Company wellness programs supporting physical and mental well-being
Additional voluntary benefits and employee support resources
Opportunity to work alongside a highly talented team in an innovative, mission-driven environment