Voyager Technologies · 10 hours ago
Mechanical Engineer V - Test
Reno, NV
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$150K/yr - $207K/yr
10+ years expVoyager Technologies is an innovative defense, national security and space technology company committed to advancing and delivering transformative solutions. The Mechanical Engineer V - Test will possess extensive knowledge in test assembly and integration, lead activities in testing processes, and communicate complex technical information effectively.
AerospaceInfrastructureSpace Travel
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Possesses extensive knowledge in test assembly and integration, data acquisition systems, statistical modeling, multivariate analysis, time series analysis, measurement techniques, and test strategies
Can lead activities, design complex setups, develop custom fixtures, optimize testing processes, troubleshoot instrumentation, and analyze measurement uncertainties
Are a recognized authority in the field, capable of handling large-scale, high-risk test programs
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, and provide expert consultation on presentation strategies and audience engagement methods
Excels in writing technical documents with precision and accuracy
The individual should have a basic understanding of electromechanical actuators, igniters, pressure vessel, solid rocket motor systems, hot gas valves, and thrusters
Possesses expertise in creating intricate 2D or 3D designs, optimizing productivity through CAD commands and tools, producing precise technical drawings, and interpreting complex GD&T symbols
Can create 3D models and generate complex assemblies and technical drawings with precision
Understands the tie-in between testing and verification and validation of requirements
Can develop program plans, understand acquisition life cycles, and coordinate activities
Has a foundational understanding of reliability and safety principles, advanced skills in requirements analysis, and comprehensive knowledge in risk management, leading activities, and developing tailored strategies
Possesses basic financial knowledge, can lead small teams, understand operations research principles, understands complex procurement tasks, create simple proposals, and manage simple schedules
Can effectively communicate goals and expectations, develop procurement strategies, manage vendor evaluations, analyze supplier performance, and implement effective contract management practices
Understands propellant chemistry, combustion principles, grain geometry, internal ballistics, and solid propellant manufacturing processes, including types, composition, combustion mechanisms, and grain performance factors
Designs simple control systems using standard techniques, understand diagrams and specifications, and implement basic algorithms
Conducts requirements elicitation, prioritize stakeholder needs, and document requirements using standard templates
Understands solid rocket motor performance principles, including thrust, specific impulse, and propellant combustion
Understands CFD principles, navigates software interfaces, and performs simulations
Can set up and run structural analysis models, interpret results, and apply engineering judgment
Can perform dynamic analysis tasks, set up thermal analysis models, and identify manufacturing and assembly issues related to geometric tolerances
Understands basic battery design principles, cable/wire harness design, circuit board design, rocket motor ignition systems, and software design principles, contributing to tasks under guidance
Identifies common components and connections and contributes to the generation of basic software designs while following standard specifications and guidelines
Qualification
Required
Ten (10) to fifteen (15) years of mechanical engineering experience
Bachelor of Science required in mechanical engineering, aerospace engineering, or other relevant engineering disciplines from an accredited university. May consider equivalent experience in lieu of degree
Must be able to travel approximately 10% of the time
Must be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Security Clearance at the appropriate level (requires U.S. Citizenship)
Preferred
Rocket motor design and testing experience
Current DoD Top Secret SCI Security Clearance
Master of Science required in mechanical engineering, aerospace engineering, or other relevant engineering disciplines from an accredited university. May consider equivalent experience in lieu of degree
Benefits
Competitive salary
Discretionary annual bonus plan
Paid time off (PTO)
Comprehensive health benefit package
Retirement savings
Wellness program
Various other benefits
Company
Voyager Technologies
Voyager Technologies is a defense and space technology company that develops solutions for national security and commercial space missions.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$812.82MKey Investors
JP MorganNewSpace Capital
2025-11-05Post Ipo Debt· $435M
2025-06-11IPO
2025-06-04Debt Financing· $200M
Leadership Team
Dylan Taylor
Chairman & CEO
Paul Tilghman
Chief Technology Officer
Recent News
2026-01-23
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2026-01-22
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