Chief Engineer – Space

Zeno Power

. Act as Design Authority for the space scope area .

Posted 11/7/2026full-timeSeattle • Washington • United StatesLead💰 $195,000 - $245,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in engineering leadership and design authority for space projects, with a strong focus on systems engineering principles, quality assurance, and regulatory compliance. Proven ability to manage multidisciplinary teams and drive complex technical product development while ensuring alignment with project objectives and customer needs.

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Technical LeadershipSystems Engineering PrinciplesProject Execution SkillsQuality Assurance ComplianceRisk Management

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Hard Skills

Engineering DegreeSpace Systems DevelopmentRequirements ManagementVerification and ValidationDesign ReviewsConfiguration ManagementTechnical GovernanceRoot Cause AnalysisFailure InvestigationManufacturing Scale-Up

Soft Skills

Communication SkillsTeam LeadershipDecision-MakingCollaborationTechnical Guidance

Certifications & Qualifications

AS9100 Quality Program

Industry Keywords

Space ProjectsRegulated EnvironmentsOperational ReadinessEnvironmental ComplianceSafety Standards

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Act as Design Authority for the space scope area
Provide technical leadership on Zeno space projects
Define and interpret high-level engineering requirements to support Product, Program, and/or Customer needs
Support technical project meetings for space initiatives with real-time technical guidance, operational support, and informed decision-making
Generate, review, and/or approve technical work products for design applicability, adequacy, and accuracy
Co-chair the Change Control Board and review and approve space-related design changes requiring CCB signoff
Review and approve space project requirements and verification activities for accuracy, completeness, and alignment with design specifications and project objectives
Support planning, content development, execution, and closeout of space project design reviews
Develop, manage, and continuously improve Design Authority-owned Quality Procedures and Work Instructions under an AS9100 Quality Program
Interface with suppliers, customers, and other external and internal stakeholders
Oversee, review, and/or approve subcontractor technical work for relevant scope areas
Ensure Zeno space projects comply with applicable environmental, safety, health, radiation and contamination, and quality assurance requirements
Prepare technical briefings for customers and leadership, as well as technical papers for meetings and conferences
Lead the design, development, and testing of systems, lifecycle support, technical goals and objectives, and requirements analysis for space projects

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering required, preferably in Mechanical, Nuclear, Systems, Electrical, Aerospace, or a related engineering discipline
10+ years of engineering experience in complex technical product development, space systems, or related industrial environments
Experience leading or supporting design, integration, testing, commissioning, or operational deployment of space systems
3+ years serving in a technical leadership, technical authority, chief engineer, engineering management, or key technical decision-maker role
Demonstrated success leading multidisciplinary engineering teams through complex development programs, including requirements definition, design reviews, risk management, verification, validation, and operational readiness activities
Proven experience operating within regulated and quality-controlled environments
Experience developing, implementing, and continuously improving engineering processes, configuration management systems, product lifecycle processes, and technical governance frameworks
Strong understanding of systems engineering principles, including requirements management, interface control, hazard analysis, reliability, maintainability, and verification/validation methodologies
Experience with risk-informed technical decision making, trade studies, root cause analysis, and failure investigation in high-consequence systems
Familiarity with manufacturing scale-up, supplier qualification, production transition, and design-for-manufacture considerations preferred
Experience collaborating with government customers, classification societies, defense organizations, or regulatory agencies preferred
Demonstrated ability to communicate complex technical concepts clearly to executive leadership, customers, regulators, operators, and cross-functional teams
Strong project execution skills, including schedule management, technical planning, budgeting support, and coordination across engineering disciplines
Proven success operating in fast-paced development environments with a strong focus on innovation, operational considerations, safety, and regulatory compliance
Must be a U.S. person: U.S. citizen or U.S. national, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee

Benefits

Comp & perks

Stock options
Flexible paid time off
401k plan with employer match
16 weeks of paid family leave
Employer HSA contributions
Transit benefits to put toward commuting expenses
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Relocation assistance
Dog friendly office