Chief Engineer – Viper

Gravitics(1 month ago)

Marysville, WAOnsiteFull TimeDirector$199,946 - $265,615 (estimated)Engineering

About this role

This role is responsible for owning the technical development of Gravitics' Viper OTX high-thrust orbital kick stage used for responsive space missions from LEO to deep space. The position spans the full program lifecycle, coordinating across design, manufacturing, integration, test, and mission operations. The leader will shape vehicle roadmaps, interface with commercial and government customers, and ensure alignment with broader business and portfolio objectives. The role is based in Marysville, Washington and requires eligibility under ITAR regulations.

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Required Skills

Technical Leadership
Program Management
Systems Engineering
Rocket Propulsion
Mission Design
Manufacturing Coordination
Integration Testing
Mission Operations
First Principles Thinking
Ground Support Systems

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Qualifications

BS in Aerospace Engineering
BS in Mechanical Engineering
BS in Electrical Engineering
BS in Software Engineering
ITAR Eligibility

About Gravitics

gravitics.com

Gravitics develops and operates "Orbital Carriers" — on‑orbit platforms and space‑station infrastructure that enable rapid, on‑demand delivery, logistics, and sustained presence in space. Their carriers let customers bypass traditional launch delays, providing capabilities for emergency response, threat protection, and persistent mission support. Gravitics offers modular station real‑estate and end‑to‑end orbital logistics aimed at defense, government, and commercial operators that need low‑latency access to the space domain. They position themselves as a turnkey provider focused on speed, resilience, and continuous on‑orbit capability.