<p><strong><span data-contrast="auto">About Gravitics</span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{"335551550":6,"335551620":6}"> </span></p> <p><span data-contrast="auto">At Gravitics, we're not just exploring space—we're building it. We're creating the infrastructure for a thriving space economy, enabling humanity to flourish beyond Earth. Our vision is bold, but we're not just dreamers; we're doers. We design and manufacture the large-scale structures and systems that will power human and robotic activity in Earth orbit and beyond. If you're ready to lay the foundations for a new era in space, embrace a culture of relentless learning and innovation, and contribute to a future where humanity's reach extends farther, Gravitics is the place for you. Let's build the future, together. </span><span data-ccp-props="{"335551550":6,"335551620":6}"> </span></p> <p><strong><span data-contrast="auto">About the Role</span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{"335551550":6,"335551620":6}"> </span></p> <p><span data-contrast="none">Gravitics is looking for a </span><strong><span data-contrast="none">Head of Engineering</span></strong><span data-contrast="none"> to own technical execution across one or more of our core hardware programs. You'll lead a multidisciplinary engineering organization structures, mechanisms, propulsion, avionics, and software from concept through design, build, integration, and test. This is a hands-on leadership role at a company where directors are still close to the hardware: you'll set technical direction, unblock your teams, and represent engineering to the executive team, customers, and government partners.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"335559738":0,"335559739":0}"> </span></p> <p><span data-contrast="none">You'll report to the Chief Operating Officer and be a key member of the engineering leadership team as Gravitics scales from prototype to flight-qualified, repeatable hardware.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"335559738":0,"335559739":0}"> </span></p> <p><strong><span data-contrast="auto">Responsibilities:</span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{"335551550":6,"335551620":6}"> </span></p> <ul> <li><span data-contrast="none">Own engineering execution for one or more major programs cost, schedule, technical performance, and quality from concept through delivery and flight</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"335559738":0,"335559739":0}"> </span></li> <li><span data-contrast="none">Build, lead, and grow multidisciplinary teams spanning mechanical/structures, propulsion, avionics, and flight software</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"335559738":0,"335559739":0}"> </span></li> <li><span data-contrast="none">Set technical strategy and make build-vs-buy, make-vs-partner, and architecture trade-off calls in a resource-constrained startup environment</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"335559738":0,"335559739":0}"> </span></li> <li><span data-contrast="none">Establish and mature engineering processes (design reviews, requirements management, configuration control, verification & validation) appropriate for human-rated and government/defense hardware</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"335559738":0,"335559739":0}"> </span></li> <li><span data-contrast="none">Partner closely with Manufacturing, Test, Quality, and Program Management to move designs from CAD to flight article on aggressive timelines</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"335559738":0,"335559739":0}"> </span></li> <li><span data-contrast="none">Represent engineering in customer and government program reviews</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"335559738":0,"335559739":0}"> </span></li> <li><span data-contrast="none">Recruit, mentor, and retain top engineering talent; build the technical culture and hiring bar as the team scales</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"335559738":0,"335559739":0}"> </span></li> <li><span data-contrast="none">Manage program risk, drive root-cause resolution on technical issues, and communicate status and trade-offs clearly to executive leadership</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"335559738":0,"335559739":0}"> </span></li> </ul> <p><strong><span data-contrast="auto">About You</span></strong></p> <p><strong><em><span data-contrast="auto">Required Attributes</span></em></strong><span data-ccp-props="{"335551550":6,"335551620":6}"> </span></p> <ul> <li><span data-contrast="none">10+ years in aerospace/spacecraft engineering, with 4+ years in a people-leadership role (engineering manager, director, or equivalent)</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"335559738":0,"335559739":0}"> </span></li> <li><span data-contrast="none">Track record shipping flight hardware spacecraft, launch vehi