Ever dream of being a Rocket Scientist or doing work that actually is Rocket Science?? This is that opportunity!
Rocket Science really is amazing as it sounds! How often do you get the chance to immediately step in and make a difference at one of the nation’s top launch providers while gaining valuable experience to ensure your place in this growing industry!
E8 Engineering is partnering with a leading Space Launch provider on a high-impact rocket upgrade project. This company is working on the cutting edge of high-payload, high-orbit launches. We're seeking multiple Systems Engineers/Integrators with strong technical capability in Structures, Avionics, and Flight Software (FSW) to support CV on SLS integration. This work includes primary and secondary structural modifications (including ordnance structure), Emergency Detection System (EDS) integration, AFSS system integration, and development/coordination of the end-to-end digital emulator for FSW.
This 6-month contract (with possibility of extension or permanent placement) offers the chance to contribute directly to mission-critical work in the aerospace sector while gaining critical rocket-related engineering experience to become a future asset in this growing industry.
Compensation: $40–$75/hour (overtime eligible), depending on experience.
Why This Role? This assignment puts you at the center of a technically complex, fast-moving program with national visibility. You'll gain exposure to cutting-edge aerospace systems, collaborate with top engineers, and contribute to a program where precision and innovation truly matter. This company offers 60+ years of pedigree and innovation, yet with a work-life balance far better than the space start-ups.
What You'll Do
Core SEIT Responsibilities (All Disciplines):
- Requirements development, decomposition, and traceability across multi-element systems
- Cross-discipline integration and interface control
- System-level problem solving: unifying design, analysis, and test data
- Communicate technical risk, impacts, and decision drivers clearly
- Operate within SEIT expectations and RAA frameworks used by VDev SEIT teams
- Lead weekly project status meetings and daily team stand-ups
- Oversee requirements management, verification planning, fishbone/root cause analysis, and roadmap development
Structures – Systems Engineer / Integrator:
- Lead integration of primary and secondary structural modifications, ensuring compatibility with loads, environments, and subsystem interfaces
- Integrate structural environments, loads, and interfaces across vehicle elements
- Collaborate cross-functionally on mass properties, load paths, sensor mounting, and routing
- Ensure structural requirements, margin evaluations, and verification flow into integrated design
Avionics – Systems Engineer / Integrator:
- Support integration of Emergency Detection System (EDS) hardware/logic with vehicle avionics and flight-rules monitoring pathways
- Support integration of the Autonomous Flight Safety System (AFSS)
- Support end-to-end avionics integration with flight computers and system-level architectures
Flight Software (FSW) – Systems Engineer / Integrator:
- Translate system requirements into FSW-driven behaviors (including those driven by EDS) and interfaces
- Support HIL integration and end-to-end system-level readiness
- Align FSW updates with cross-functional constraints
What You Bring
- 5–10+ years of systems engineering experience with verification and requirements management
- Launch vehicle or human spaceflight experience; NASA interfaces preferred
- Strong cross-discipline problem-solver comfortable working across large, integrated teams
- Prior experience in aerospace or avionics environments
- Familiarity with Teamcenter, Jira, and Agile/sprint development
- Experience with tools/environments such as KITE, ARTEMIS, HIL, FEM/FEA, or similar is a plus
- Comfortable working in high-rigor, configuration-controlled, export-controlled environments
- Strong communication and coordination skills
- B.S. in Engineering or Physics
Position Details
- Location: Denver/Centennial, CO (onsite only)
- Schedule: 40 hrs/week, 9/80 work week (every other Friday off)
- Duration: 6-month contract with possibility of extension
Security Clearance / ITAR This position requires use of information subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). All applicants must be U.S. Persons as defined in ITAR 120.15 (e.g., U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident/Green Card holder).
Background Check & Drug Test Candidates must successfully pass both a drug screening and background check prior to employment.
E8 Engineering is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other categories protected by law.
Job Types: Full-time, Contract
Pay: $45.00 - $85.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Paid time off
Application Question(s):
- Are you proficient with both Teamcenter and Jira for systems engineering or project tracking?
- Do you have professional experience in the aerospace or avionics industry?
- Have you participated in or led projects using sprint product development or Agile methodologies?
- How many years of systems engineering experience do you have, and in what industry/sector?
- Do you have experience working on launch vehicles, human spaceflight programs, or within NASA interface environments? If yes, please briefly describe.
- Which SEIT-related activities have you performed? (e.g., requirements management, ICD development, verification planning, FMEA/root cause analysis)
- Have you worked in a configuration-controlled or export-controlled (ITAR) engineering environment?
Work Location: In person
