Assembly, Integration Test; AI&T) Lead

At Sierra Space, we build the missions and systems that keep our world secure in the domain above Earth.

At Sierra Space, we build the missions and systems that keep our world secure in the domain above Earth.

Sierra Space team members share a spirit of innovation and collaboration and a belief that we can deliver on the boldest missions in space today. Together with our customers, we aim to safeguard our nation, sustain human presence in space, and secure the freedom of operations in low Earth orbit and beyond.

Our success is measured by the trust of those who rely on what we build and deliver, and our technologies keep the United States and its allies mission-ready throughout space.

We are mission-driven, and together, we are an extraordinary team.

As an AI&T Lead at Sierra Space, you will utilize your extensive experience and advanced knowledge in multiple areas of satellite build and test engineering to lead a complex campaign to build, test, and validate projects. You will design test strategies and frameworks, apply advanced technical principles, and lead cross-functional teams. Your role will involve mentoring other engineers and driving continuous improvement across the enterprise's manufacturing and testing functions.

In this role, you will lead and execute advanced and complex assembly, integration, & test plans & procedures, resulting in as-built assemblies and test reports to demonstrate compliance with system requirements. Additionally, you will support the program management team with comprehensive program planning, execution, and resource management for the AI&T scope of work, to ensure successful program outcome.

You will lead the team to design and implement advanced test strategies and frameworks, integrating strong analytical skills and knowledge of automated testing tools. You will apply increasingly advanced technical principles, theories, and concepts in the execution of Manufacturing and Test Engineering functions while advancing the capabilities and efficiencies of the AI&T function across the enterprise through continuous improvement initiatives. Leading cross-functional teams in the pursuit of continuous improvement, you will foster collaboration and innovation while applying strong troubleshooting skills to solve complex problems, ensuring system integrity and performance.

As a program leader you will manage budgets, schedules, and execution to ensure alignment with contractual requirements, while developing and maintaining comprehensive program plans, schedules, and budgets. Frequently mentoring other engineers, you will provide guidance and support to enhance their technical skills and professional development. Additionally, you will support program management in the execution of critical programs, while effectively communicating complex technical concepts and information to team members, senior engineers, and stakeholders.

Our mission is driven by an unyielding commitment to advancing space-based technology in service of our customers and safeguarding national security. We seek individuals who are passionate about innovating beyond boundaries and relentlessly pursuing solutions that protect, preserve and empower – to join us in this critical mission.

We’re looking for team members who align with our values, mission and goals – while also meeting the minimum qualifications below. The preferred qualifications are a bonus, not a requirement.

• Requires Bachelor's degree in a related field (or equivalent work experience in lieu of degree or Masters +10 yrs experience).
• Typically 12+ years of related experience.
• Advanced knowledge in multiple areas of test engineering principles and practices (dynamics,…