Littleton, Colorado, United States · On-site
$210k–$260k/yr
Company Overview ExoTerra is a world leader in solar electric propulsion systems and space exploration satellites. The company develops Hall Thrusters, propulsion modules, microsatellites and launch vehicle upper stages.…
Skills: Spacecraft Design, Stress Analysis, CAD, Digital Twin, NASTRAN/FEMAP
Littleton, Colorado, United States · On-site
Posting Dates: July 14, 2026 - July 28, 2026 Number of Openings: 1 Why You’ll Love This Role: Full-time, permanent position with a trusted employer. Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision,…
Skills: Warehouse Operations, Facility Maintenance, Budgeting, Compliance, Safety Management
Littleton, Colorado, United States · On-site
$100k–$130k/yr
ABOUT ROCKET LAB Rocket Lab is the end-to-end space company building rockets, spacecraft, and critical subsystems that keep the world connected, protected, expand humanity’s reach to the Moon, Mars, and beyond. We move f…
Skills: Spacecraft Avionics Testing, Python, RLC Circuit Design, Test Equipment Operation, Test Planning
Littleton, Colorado, United States · On-site
As a Delivery Driver, you will serve as the “Face of Factory Motor Parts.” You will be responsible for the delivery of merchandise in a safe, prompt, and professional manner leaving a positive impact, and com…
Skills: Safe Driving, Defensive Driving, Customer Service, Warehouse Operations, Inventory Management
Littleton, Colorado, United States · On-site
About Canopy Aerospace & Defense Canopy A&D is built to accelerate the future of advanced materials for space, defense, and maritime systems. Canopy delivers specialized materials and components that carry customers from…
Skills: Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, Polymer Engineering, Chemistry, Aerospace Engineering
Littleton, Colorado, United States · On-site
$95k–$130k/yr
ABOUT ROCKET LAB Rocket Lab is an end-to-end space company delivering responsive launch services, complete spacecraft design and manufacturing, payloads, satellite components, and more – all with the goal of opening acce…
Skills: GNC/ADCS Development, Flight Software Design, Algorithm Development, Subsystem Integration & Test, Hardware-in-the-loop Simulation
Littleton, Colorado, United States · On-site
$175k–$215k/yr
ExoTerra is a world leader in solar electric propulsion systems and space exploration satellites. The company develops Hall Thrusters, propulsion modules, microsatellites and launch vehicle upper stages. We have been awa…
Skills: Program Management, Cost Control, Schedule Management, Risk Management, Customer Interface
Littleton, Colorado, United States · On-site
$67k–$80k/yr
What We Are Looking For The Production Planner is responsible for coordinating and optimizing production activities within a regulated medical and aerospace 3D printing manufacturing environment. This role serves as the …
Skills: Production Planning, Scheduling, Capacity Planning, Forecasting, Inventory Management
Littleton, Colorado, United States · On-site
$67k–$80k/yr
What We Are Looking For The Production Planner is responsible for coordinating and optimizing production activities within a regulated medical and aerospace 3D printing manufacturing environment. This role serves as the …
Skills: Production Planning, Scheduling, Capacity Planning, Forecasting, Inventory Management
Littleton, Colorado, United States · On-site
$67k–$80k/yr
What We Are Looking For The Production Planner is responsible for coordinating and optimizing production activities within a regulated medical and aerospace 3D printing manufacturing environment. This role serves as the …
Skills: Production Planning, Scheduling, Capacity Planning, Forecasting, Inventory Management
Littleton, Colorado, United States · On-site
$67k–$80k/yr
What We Are Looking For The Production Planner is responsible for coordinating and optimizing production activities within a regulated medical and aerospace 3D printing manufacturing environment. This role serves as the …
Skills: Production Planning, Scheduling, Capacity Planning, Forecasting, Inventory Management
Littleton, Colorado, United States · On-site
$20/hr–$22/hr
What We Are Looking For We are seeking an entry-level Quality Control Inspector who thrives in using precision test instruments like calipers, micrometers, and programmable measurement tools to confirm product specificat…
Skills: Calipers, Micrometers, Optical Comparators, Programmable Measurement Tools, Blueprint Reading
Littleton, Colorado, United States · On-site
$20/hr–$22/hr
What We Are Looking For We are seeking an entry-level Quality Control Inspector who thrives in using precision test instruments like calipers, micrometers, and programmable measurement tools to confirm product specificat…
Skills: Precision Measurement, Calipers, Micrometers, Blueprint Reading, Quality Control Inspection
Littleton, Colorado, United States · On-site
Posting Dates: July 1, 2026 - July 15, 2026 Total number of openings: 7 Why You’ll Love This Role: Full-time, permanent position with a trusted employer. Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vi…
Skills: Order Selection, Inventory Management, Powered Industrial Equipment Operation, Shrink Wrapping, Labeling
Littleton, Colorado, United States · On-site
$130k–$150k/yr
Company Overview ExoTerra is a world leader in solar electric propulsion systems and space exploration satellites. The company develops Hall Thrusters, propulsion modules, microsatellites and launch vehicle upper stages.…
Skills: Manufacturing Process Design, Production Ramp-up, Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, AS9100 Compliance
Littleton, Colorado, United States · On-site
$18/hr–$22/hr
What We Are Looking For We're seeking a skilled craftsperson with hands-on experience in metal finishing, grinding, sanding, and operating precision equipment like blast cabinets and ultrasonic cleaners. You must be comf…
Skills: Metal Finishing, Grinding, Sanding, Blast Cabinet Operation, Ultrasonic Cleaning
Littleton, Colorado, United States · On-site
$18/hr–$22/hr
What We Are Looking For We're seeking a skilled craftsperson with hands-on experience in metal finishing, grinding, sanding, and operating precision equipment like blast cabinets and ultrasonic cleaners. You must be comf…
Skills: Metal Finishing, Grinding, Sanding, Blast Cabinet Operation, Ultrasonic Cleaning
Littleton, Colorado, United States · On-site
$92k–$138k/yr
What We Are Looking For 3D Systems Healthcare is seeking an innovative, results-driven Senior Product Development Engineer with expertise in advanced 3D computer-aided design (CAD) and modern product development methodol…
Skills: 3D CAD, Additive Manufacturing, Medical Device Design, Design Controls, Quality Management Systems
Littleton, Colorado, United States · On-site
$92k–$138k/yr
What We Are Looking For 3D Systems Healthcare is seeking an innovative, results-driven Senior Product Development Engineer with expertise in advanced 3D computer-aided design (CAD) and modern product development methodol…
Skills: 3D CAD, Additive Manufacturing, Medical Device Design, Design Controls, Quality Management Systems
Littleton, Colorado, United States · On-site
$80k–$140k/yr
Canopy Technologies’ mission is to manufacture humanity’s ascent. Our team advances materials and manufacturing processes to support the most challenging missions in the galaxy: re-entry from space, interplanetary travel…
Skills: Materials Science, Mechanical Design, CAD, GD&T, Data Acquisition
Littleton, Colorado, United States • On-site
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Lead the Design and Analysis Team to establish product development lifecycles and ensure technical consistency across electric propulsion architectures. Oversee stress analysis, coordinate across engineering groups, and mentor engineers to meet diverse customer requirements.
Requires a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering and over 10 years of industry leadership experience. Proficiency in CAD, NASTRAN/FEMAP, and deep expertise in spacecraft structural and thermal analysis are essential.
Company Overview
ExoTerra is a world leader in solar electric propulsion systems and space exploration satellites. The company develops Hall Thrusters, propulsion modules, microsatellites and launch vehicle upper stages. We have been awarded multiple propulsion module and satellite contracts.
Position Summary
The Mechanical Design Engineering Manager is responsible for leading ExoTerra's Mechanical Design organization, encompassing spacecraft structures, propulsion system hardware, mechanisms, and mechanical integration. This senior leadership position is accountable for achieving key company projects and goals, managing a large team, and ensuring the design quality and manufacturability of all mechanical hardware across propulsion and spacecraft programs.
You will establish company-level mechanical design objectives and policies, manage department budget and resources, oversee technical execution across all programs, and represent ExoTerra's mechanical design capabilities to customers and executive leadership. Your leadership will drive organizational development, process improvement, and strategic growth of the Mechanical Design function.
Key Responsibilities
Lead and manage the Mechanical Design Engineering department, including structures, mechanisms, and propulsion hardware design teams.
Set department objectives aligned with company goals; develop and execute strategic plans for the Mechanical Design organization.
Manage department budget, resource allocation, and capacity planning across all programs.
Hire, develop, and retain top mechanical design talent; conduct performance reviews and support career development.
Establish mechanical design standards, processes, and best practices to ensure technical consistency and quality.
Oversee technical execution of mechanical designs across all propulsion and spacecraft programs.
Ensure mechanical designs meet performance, reliability, mass, and cost targets.
Represent the Mechanical Design organization at executive leadership meetings and in company-wide planning.
Present mechanical design status, risks, and results to customers at major program reviews (PDR, CDR, MRR, TRR).
Coordinate with Program Management to ensure mechanical schedules and deliverables meet program milestones.
Drive continuous improvement initiatives, CAD/PLM tool development, and automation to increase team efficiency.
Support proposal efforts including technical approach, staffing plans, cost estimates, and schedule development.
Ensure compliance with aerospace standards, customer requirements, and regulatory obligations.
Foster a collaborative, high-performance culture focused on technical excellence and innovation.
Manage relationships with external design consultants, suppliers, and manufacturing partners.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or related field.
15+ years of experience in mechanical design for aerospace, spacecraft, or high-reliability systems.
5+ years of experience managing engineering teams, including hiring, performance management, and development.
Demonstrated success leading mechanical design organizations and delivering results on complex aerospace programs.
Strong technical foundation in spacecraft structures, mechanisms, and/or propulsion system hardware.
Experience managing department budgets and resource allocation.
Proven ability to work with executive leadership and represent technical organizations to customers.
Experience with propulsion systems, spacecraft, or high-reliability aerospace hardware.
Familiarity with NASA, DoD, MIL-STD, and commercial spaceflight requirements.
Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
Candidates must comply with U.S. export control and ITAR requirements (U.S. person status required).
Preferred Qualifications
Master's or Ph.D. in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering.
Experience managing teams of 10+ engineers.
Background in electric propulsion systems (Hall thrusters, ion engines, propulsion modules).
Experience with CAD/PLM tool implementation and process standardization.
Track record of building and scaling engineering organizations.
Experience supporting business development and capture activities.
Recognition as a technical leader within the aerospace industry.
Work Environment & Physical Requirements
Ability to work in office and lab environments
8 hour shift, Monday to Friday, Full time
Some overtime may be needed to meet program deadlines
Occasional travel may be required for customer meetings and reviews
Export Control / Compliance Requirements
To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.
Compensation & Benefits
Competitive salary range: $110,000.00 - $189,000.00 (dependent on experience and qualifications)
ExoTerra offers a comprehensive, total compensation package, which includes competitive salary, a discretionary annual bonus plan, paid time off (PTO), a comprehensive health benefit package and various other benefits. When you join our team, you’re not just an employee; you become part of a dynamic community dedicated to innovation and excellence.
Exoterra Resource LLC, is a Solar Electric Propulsion company based out of Littleton, Colorado. Exoterra specializes in Power, Electric Propulsion Systems and Solar Electric Propulsion Modules and Buses for miniaturized satellites.
Offices: 7640 S Alkire Pl, Littleton, Colorado 80127, US · 11149 Bradford Rd, Littleton, Colorado 80127, US
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