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Avionics Project Engineer
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Avionics Project Engineer Astrion United States, Colorado, Denver Sep 08, 2026
Overview
AVIONICS PROJECT ENGINEER LOCATION
Denver, CO
JOB STATUS
Full-Time Hybrid with Travel
SALARY:
$140,000 - $160,000
CLEARANCE:
Secret
CERTIFICATION
n/a
TRAVEL:
as needed At Astrion, we partner with the U.S. Space Force's Space Systems Command (SSC) to ensure launch vehicles perform flawlessly across their mission life.
Our mission:
deliver expert technical assessments that drive mission assurance for national security space programs-supporting both the joint warfighter and the nation. We are seeking an experienced, highly motivated Avionics Project Engineer in the Denver, CO area to provide technical expertise on launch vehicle avionics hardware systems and serve as a key member of the avionics Integrated Product Team (IPT). In this role, you'll engage with launch service providers, contractors, and government stakeholders to ensure the reliability, safety, and performance of critical space systems.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS / SKILLS
Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a STEM discipline (Master's preferred)
8+ years of experience in avionics systems engineering, software systems engineering, or technical program management within space or launch environments
Active Secret Security Clearance.
Extensive knowledge of launch vehicle avionics systems (flight computers, navigation, comms, engine control, power systems, telemetry, attitude control, range safety, etc.)
Proven experience in design, analysis, evaluation, testing, certification, and mission assurance for space/launch avionics hardware and software
Familiarity with USSF, NRO, NASA, and major launch vehicle contractors
Skilled in supporting hardware reviews, delivering technical presentations, and collaborating with multi-agency teams
Proficiency in MS Office, IT systems, and collaborative tools such as Jira/Confluence
Demonstrated initiative, problem-solving skills, and ability to work independently in a high-stakes environment
Experience with fleet monitoring, launch support, and flight anomaly resolution
Background in agile development environments and collaborative engineering databases (e.g., SharePoint, Jira, Confluence)
RESPONSIBILITIES
Support Launch Service Provider mission assurance by evaluating avionics systems, components, architectures, and cost/technical/schedule/performance factors
Perform systems engineering functions including requirements definition, design and test reviews, risk management, pedigree review, verification, operations support, anomaly resolution, and post-flight analysis
Plan, coordinate, and present at Engineering Review Boards, program reviews, and other key meetings
Review and assess updated/modified launch vehicle avionics systems for performance and reliability
Analyze technical data, generate reports, and manage engineering documentation
Review launch vehicle provider avionics compliance documentation against government standards
Collaborate with USAF Program Offices, Aerospace Corporation, Launch Vehicle Contractors, subcontractors, launch sites, and DCMA
Prepare and deliver weekly status updates and detailed technical reports to leadership #CJ #LI-LP1
"Space Warfighting"