Lead Systems Engineer (Hybrid)

Company Overview: VALT Enterprizes, Inc. is revolutionizing aerospace with cutting-edge hypersonic research and development to pioneer Americas first-of-its-kind hypersonic launch system, combining rocket and air-breathing propulsion to empower our nations warfighters with the tools they need to safeguard our country. We envision a world where access to space is no longer a privilege for the few but an opportunity for all. Our team is driven by data, fueled by passion, and united by a shared commitment to innovation and resilience. Challenges are embraced head-on in a culture that values creativity, determination, and collaboration. Join us in shaping the future of aerospace and making history together. Position Overview: We are seeking an experienced Lead Systems Engineer to provide technical leadership for systems engineering activities supporting complex aerospace and defense programs. In this role, you will lead systems engineering efforts across the full product lifecycle, including requirements definition and management, system architecture, interface management, integration planning, technical risk management, verification, validation, testing, and qualification. Working across engineering, program management, manufacturing, quality, and customer teams, you will apply deep systems engineering expertise and exercise independent technical judgment to address complex system-level challenges, guide technical decision-making, and coordinate multidisciplinary engineering activities. You will serve as a systems engineering subject matter expert for internal leadership, customers, suppliers, and government stakeholders while helping ensure technical requirements, risks, and program objectives remain aligned throughout development and execution.