Senior Director, Launch Systems

About the role

Voyager is an innovative space, defense, and national security 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.

Forge the Future: Join Voyager Technologies

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.

Job Summary

The General Manager - Mojave is a site-level operating leader responsible for the day-to-day performance of Voyager Technologies' Mojave, California site, where propulsion and test facility operations operate, and which serves as a base for flight testing of guidance, navigation, and control technologies, including rocket systems.

Reporting to the Vice President & General Manager, Strategic Systems, this leader owns site execution - safety, schedule, cost, and quality - across engineering, test, propulsion/manufacturing operations, and support managerial functions based at Mojave, while partnering with program, business development, and functional leadership at the business-unit level.

This is a hands-on role for a leader who thrives close to the hardware and the test range, and who can build disciplined processes and a strong site culture as Mojave's role within Voyager's portfolio grows.

Responsibilities

• Own day-to-day site operations at Mojave, including propulsion test operations, flight test operations, manufacturing/production support, facilities, and site safety, ensuring alignment to cost, schedule, and quality commitments.
• Lead planning and execution of test campaigns, including flight test operations and GN&C technology testing, in close coordination with program management and engineering leadership.
• Where necessary, manage the site's operating budget, driving disciplined cost control, capacity planning, ERP utilization, labor tracking, and performance dashboards.
• Partner with the VPGM, Strategic Systems, and other relevant functional leaders to align site execution with program and business objectives.
• Support the build toward higher-rate operations at the site, establishing scalable schedules and processes.
• Serve as Voyager's on-site representative to customers, government stakeholders, the Mojave Air and Space Port, and the local community.
• Build, lead, and develop a high-performing, safety-first site team across engineering, test, operations, and support functions.
• Drive continuous improvement in site processes, tooling, and reporting to support Voyager's growth and the integration of new programs at Mojave.

Additional information

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Required Qualification

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, or a related technical field.
• Must be eligible to obtain and maintain a US Government clearance (requires US citizenship).
• 12+ years of progressive leadership experience in Aerospace, Space, Defense, or advanced manufacturing/test operations.
• Demonstrated experience managing a manufacturing, propulsion test, or flight test facility, including responsibility for safety, schedule, cost, and quality outcomes.
• Experience with rocket propulsion testing, flight test operations, or range safety strongly preferred.
• Proven ability to lead and develop multidisciplinary teams (engineering, test/operations, manufacturing, quality, safety) in a fast-paced, hands-on environment.
• Experience with ERP systems, labor tracking, KPIs, and operational performance measurement.
• Hands-on, visible leadership style, credible with engineers, technicians, and site personnel.
• Based on-site in Mojave, CA with limited travel as needed.

Pay and benefits

The good faith base salary range for this role is $245,000.00 - $270,000.00 at the time of this posting. Where you fall within the range depends on your experience, skills, and location. This range reflects base salary only and does not include benefits or bonus/incentive. This range may be adjusted in the future.

Voyager offers a highly competitive total compensation package designed to support the well-being, growth, and success of our employees. Employees benefit from a flexible and comprehensive rewards program that supports both professional and personal well-being.

• Flexible Time Off (FTO), empowering employees to take the time they need to recharge and maintain a healthy work-life balance
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and their families, with a significant portion of premiums covered by the company and many benefits paid at 100% for employees
• Flexible, affordable gym memberships with 12,700+ options nationwide, including 24 Hour Fitness, EoS Fitness, Crunch Fitness, Anytime Fitness, Blink Fitness, Chuze Fitness, and more! No long-term contracts and FREE on-demand workout videos before you enroll
• 401(k) retirement plan with a 50% company match on contributions up to 8%, supporting long-term financial security
• Company wellness programs that support physical and mental well-being
• Additional voluntary benefits and employee support resources
• The opportunity to work alongside a highly talented team in an innovative, mission-driven environment

To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) (22 CFR Parts 120-130) and the Export Administration Regulations (EAR) (15 CFR Parts 730-774), applicants for this position must be a U.S. Person: a US Citizen, a lawful permanent resident of the U.S., or a protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. § 1324b(a)(3). Applicants must be eligible to obtain any required export authorizations from the U.S. Department of State or the U.S. Department of Commerce.

Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran

The statements contained in this job description are intended to describe the general content and requirements for performance of this job. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job duties, responsibilities, and requirements. This job description is not an employment agreement or contract. Management has the exclusive right to alter the scope of work within the framework of this job description at any time without prior notice.

California pay range $245,000—$270,000 USD