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CesiumAstro · 10 hours ago

Senior Project Engineer I

Denver Metropolitan Area

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$92K/yr - $113K/yr

4+ years exp

CesiumAstro is a developer of innovative communication systems for space and airborne platforms. They are seeking a highly driven Senior Project Engineer I to lead the planning and execution of test milestones for their space product portfolio, ensuring alignment and proactive management of project risks and vendor deliverables.

AerospaceDronesSatellite CommunicationSpace Travel

Growth Opportunities

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Serve as the primary point of contact for assigned test projects, ensuring alignment between engineering, manufacturing, quality, and test operations teams

Develop and maintain project schedules, resource plans, and risk assessments for test campaigns

Ensure engineering requirements are translated into actionable test plans, procedures, and acceptance criteria by the responsible engineering teams, tracking progress and resolving roadblocks

Coordinate design and fabrication of test fixtures, instrumentation, and support equipment

Support test execution, ensuring adherence to safety protocols, engineering specifications, and regulatory requirements

Review and validate that test data is analyzed and interpreted appropriately, and that technical reports and presentations are completed and communicated to stakeholders on schedule

Facilitate and track issue resolution efforts, ensuring root cause analyses, corrective actions, and continuous improvement initiatives are implemented by the owning teams

Own budgeting, procurement, and vendor coordination for assigned programs. Manage allocated budgets, escalate potential overruns, and lead vendor relationships to ensure timely delivery of test assets

Qualification

Test methodsData acquisition systemsProject managementMechanical engineeringAerospace engineeringElectrical engineeringEnvironmental test systemsCAD toolsData analysisMultidisciplinary teamworkCommunication skillsProblem-solving skillsOrganizational skills

Required

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, Electrical Engineering, or a related field (Master's degree a plus)

4+ years of engineering experience in an aerospace, defense, or high-technology environment, preferably in a test-focused role

Strong understanding of mechanical, electrical, and/or structural test methods, instrumentation, and data acquisition systems

Experience with project management tools and methodologies (PMP certification a plus)

Excellent organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills

Ability to work in a fast-paced, multidisciplinary environment and manage multiple projects simultaneously

Familiarity with space industry standards, safety protocols, and regulatory requirements (e.g., NASA GEVS, SMC-S-16, MIL-STD environmental, & EMI/EMC standards)

Preferred

Experience with environmental test systems (thermal, vibration, shock, vacuum, etc.)

Knowledge of CAD tools (e.g., SolidWorks, CATIA) for test fixture design

Knowledge of data analysis in software language like MATLAB, LabVIEW, Python

Working knowledge of PCBA and unit-level test sequence development to effectively assess schedules, challenge assumptions, and identify potential execution risks