Mechanical Engineer V

Voyager is an innovative defense, national security and space technology company committed to advancing and delivering transformative, mission‑critical solutions. We tackle the most complex challenges to unlock new frontiers for human progress, fortify national security, and protect critical assets to lead in the race for technological and operational superiority from ground to space.

The future belongs to those who build it. At Voyager Technologies, we’re building technologies that protect lives, expand frontiers and prepare us for what’s next. And we’re doing that with people who are wired to solve, build, adapt and lead. These roles are not for the faint of heart.

You’ll help lay the foundation for humanity's future. Join a culture where innovation thrives, curiosity is rewarded, and impact is real. We’re a company of doers, thinkers and builders, united by purpose and grounded in reality.

If you want to put your skills to work where the stakes are real and the mission is bigger than any one person, forge the future with Voyager.

The Mechanical Engineer V is a dual‑role position requiring the candidate to perform management activities as well as the individual’s current program responsibilities. The Engineering Manager is responsible for the mechanical engineering design and development of complex rocket motor systems and site manager of a team of approximately 25 engineers, which is anticipated to be approximately 70 percent of the total job duties.

The position will provide opportunities to work directly with technical peers, chief engineers, systems engineering and program managers within the company.

The position is responsible for project engineering for the design and development of complex rocket motor systems and site manager of a team of approximately 25 engineers.

This dual‑role position requires the candidate to perform mechanical engineering tasks as well as site management of a team of Aerospace engineers:

• Be the “first person” representing the Reno Engineering team to visitors of the facility. Be an ambassador for the Voyager Defense Segment Reno Site, passionate about the technology and programs
• Monitor the morale & motivation of the team. Communicate the company objectives & maintain regular information sharing relevant to the team
• Work with program management and senior leadership to ensure engineering staff is performing on directed tasks, make engineering staffing adjustments as program demands change
• Support performance appraisals throughout the annual review cycle including performance‑based merit increase recommendations, promotion recommendations, and conducting annual performance reviews aligned with company, engineering department, and individual contributor goals, business strategies, and overall contribution
• Support individual contributor goal development and monitor and coach contributors in support of successfully completing company, department, and individual goals
• Review and track contributor timecards ensuring the contributor is following the time keeping policy.
• Foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement within the engineering team
• Foster a culture of learning, professional growth, and knowledge sharing among the engineering team members through training, mentorship, and skill development initiatives
• Mentor and develop team members, providing coaching, feedback and opportunities for growth
• Identify training needs for the team and/or individuals within the team to help develop their career
• Ensure team adherence to engineering best practice, standards, and processes
• Identify resource needs, allocate staffing accordingly, and participate in the recruitment and hiring process as needed

• Possesses exceptional skills in communication theories, presentation design, technical presentation, and writing specialized technical documents.
• Can provide expert guidance on complex communication challenges, develop compelling narratives, tailor content for specific audiences,…