Systems Engineer, Project Engineer IV

Voyager Technologies

Senior systems engineer serving as technical authority for Voyager Technologies’ defense, national security, and space programs. Leading architecture, integration, verification, and engineering execution.

Posted 8/19/2026full-timeRemote • California, Colorado, Nevada • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorLead💰 $125,700 - $173,700 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in leading large-scale defense and aerospace engineering projects, with a strong focus on system integration, verification planning, and risk management. Proven ability to mentor teams and manage complex stakeholder relationships while ensuring compliance with DoD acquisition frameworks.

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DoD Secret ClearanceSystems EngineeringProject Engineering LeadershipRisk Management FrameworksConfiguration Management

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Hard Skills

System IntegrationVerification PlanningTechnical Strategy DevelopmentControl Account ManagementData-Driven Decision MakingTechnical Trade AnalysisDoD Acquisition LifecycleMIL-STD Systems EngineeringPropulsion SystemsElectro-Mechanical Systems

Soft Skills

LeadershipMentoringInfluencingCoachingCommunication

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft ProjectPrimaveraMicrosoft WordMicrosoft PowerPointMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft Visio

Industry Keywords

Defense ProgramsAerospace ProgramsIntegrated Product TeamsSubcontractor ManagementEngineering Process Improvement

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Serve as chief project engineer or senior technical lead for large, multi-phase, or multi-contract defense and aerospace programs
Define and guide system architecture, integration, and verification strategies aligned with customer and mission objectives
Oversee engineering execution across multiple Integrated Product Teams and major subcontractors, ensuring technical, cost, and schedule compliance
Lead technical baseline definition, configuration management, and system integration planning
Chair or provide executive-level support for SRR, PDR, CDR, and TRR reviews
Serve as the primary engineering interface to executive management and DoD customers
Manage and approve Statements of Work, subcontractor technical deliverables, and major supplier design inputs
Develop and implement advanced risk and opportunity management frameworks across enterprise-level programs
Provide mentorship, coaching, and technical oversight to project engineers and functional leads
Support proposal development, cost estimation, and new business capture activities
Guide adherence to systems engineering standards, model-based engineering practices, and configuration control
Drive organizational engineering process improvements, knowledge management, and best practices

Requirements

What you’ll need

Must have or be able to obtain and maintain an active DoD Secret Clearance
Demonstrated success leading large-scale, multi-disciplinary engineering projects through the full lifecycle—from concept development through verification, qualification, and delivery
Proven ability to develop and execute technical strategies aligned with business and program objectives
Exceptional leadership, influencing, and mentoring abilities across engineering, program management, and customer teams
Strong technical depth and judgment to guide architecture-level decisions and complex trade studies
Advanced knowledge of DoD acquisition frameworks, contract structures, and customer interface management
Minimum of 10 years of progressively responsible experience in project engineering, systems engineering, or program-level technical leadership
Proven experience managing large-scale DoD or MDA programs, including complex system integration and verification activities
Demonstrated success as a Control Account Manager (CAM) and technical lead under EVMS-compliant contracts
Deep understanding of DoD acquisition lifecycle (DoDI 5000 series) and MIL-STD systems engineering processes
Experience overseeing major subcontractors, suppliers, and multi-disciplinary engineering teams
Background in propulsion systems, flight vehicle integration, or complex electro-mechanical systems preferred
Prior experience leading customer engagements, proposal efforts, and engineering process improvement initiatives
Bachelor’s degree in systems engineering, aerospace engineering, or related STEM field with 10 years of experience, OR Master’s degree in project engineering or related STEM field with 8 years of experience, OR 14 years of experience in project engineering in lieu of a degree, OR High School Diploma or Equivalent
Advanced technical and organizational leadership skills
Expertise in system integration, verification planning, and risk-based engineering approaches
Proficient with Microsoft Project, Primavera, or equivalent
Skilled in data-driven decision making, technical trade analysis, and configuration control
Experienced with Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Visio
Must be able to travel approximately 10% of the time
Must be comfortable working in secure or classified environments
Ability to balance multiple priorities across concurrent workstreams

Benefits

Comp & perks

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