Sierra Space Careers:
At Sierra Space, we build the missions and systems that keep our world secure in the domain above Earth.
Sierra Space team members share a spirit of innovation and collaboration and a belief that we can deliver on the boldest missions in space today. Together with our customers, we aim to safeguard our nation, sustain human presence in space, and secure the freedom of operations in low Earth orbit and beyond.
Our success is measured by the trust of those who rely on what we build and deliver, and our technologies keep the United States and its allies mission-ready throughout space.
We are mission-driven, and together, we are an extraordinary team.
About the Role
Sierra Space is expanding its satellite manufacturing plant in Englewood, Colorado, designed to deliver significant production and test capability for future civil and national security satellite programs. The Senior Manager, Production will be a foundational operational leader for this facility — translating strategic plans into the day-to-day objectives, processes, and workforce structure that define the plant from the ground up.
This role directly shapes how production is built and scaled at a new high-capability manufacturing site. The Senior Manager will oversee multiple disciplines or departments, manage large teams and complex cross-functional projects, and drive the operational initiatives that establish Dove Valley as a center of excellence for satellite and spacecraft component manufacturing, assembly, integration, and test.
The role requires regular interaction with executive leadership on sensitive, complex, and cross-functional matters, along with the financial acumen to manage budgets supporting both near-term production and long-term facility growth. The ideal candidate brings a proven record of managing large teams and complex projects, deep knowledge of aerospace and defense industry standards, and the leadership to foster a culture of excellence as Dove Valley matures to support civil and national security satellite missions.
About You
Our mission is driven by an unyielding commitment to advancing space-based technology in service of our customers and safeguarding national security. We seek individuals who are passionate about innovating beyond boundaries and relentlessly pursuing solutions that protect, preserve and empower – to join us in this critical mission.
We’re looking for team members who align with our values, mission and goals – while also meeting the minimum qualifications below. The preferred qualifications are a bonus, not a requirement.
Key Responsibilities:
Translates functional plans into operational plans; identifies and executes operational initiatives.
Ensures execution in accordance with financial plans; accountable for area budgets.
Embodies our culture and great leadership; leads and supports change initiatives.
Manages activities of two or more disciplines or a department, providing direct supervision to managers or individual contributors.
Drives the strategy and success of larger projects which contribute to multiple areas of the organization.
Translates functional plans into operational objectives to deliver results, providing guidance to subordinates.
Contributes to financial planning and executes according to plans, goals, and priorities. Accountable for select budgets.
Interacts regularly with leadership, including executive level, on cross-functional and/or customer matters requiring the ability to persuade in sensitive and complex situations.
Works on issues where analysis of situations or data requires conceptual thinking and an in-depth knowledge of organizational objectives.
Upholds and models company values; holds others accountable to values.
Minimum Qualifications:
Requires bachelor’s degree in a related field (or equivalent work experience in lieu of degree).
Typically, 8+ years of relevant work experience with a significant portion in a managerial or leadership role. Proven track record of…