Engineering Program Manager Jobs in Colorado
Engineering Program Manager jobs in Colorado are concentrated in aerospace and defense, semiconductor manufacturing, and enterprise software, with the market consistently ranking among the most active in the mountain west for this role across junior program coordinator to senior director levels. The densest hiring is in Denver, Colorado Springs, and Boulder, where established employers like Lockheed Martin, Raytheon, and Google maintain large engineering operations. The most in-demand specialties are systems integration program management, hardware development programs, and agile software delivery. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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Standard Job Description
Space is a critical domain, connecting our technologies, our security and our humanity. While others view space as a destination, we see it as a realm of possibilities, where we can do more — we can innovate, invest, inspire and integrate our capabilities to transform the future.At Lockheed Martin Space, we aim to harness the full potential of space to cultivate innovation, reduce costs, and push the boundaries of what technology can achieve. We’re creating future-ready solutions, focusing on resiliency and urgency through our 21st Century Security® vision. We’re erasing boundaries and forming partnerships across industries and around the world. We’re advancing spacecraft and the workforce to fuel the next generation. And we’re reimagining how space can connect us, ensuring security and prosperity.Join us in shaping a new era in space and find a career that's built for you.When you join National Security Space (NSS), you will be a part of a team that excels at providing national capabilities that help maintain a technical advantage over our adversaries. Our team has a long and proud history supporting missions that contribute to National Security. We are passionate about space, our customers, our company, and our team. One day, the world may hear the full story of your NSS achievements and discover the critical role you have played to defeat the enemies of freedom. Come join the team that is working quietly to keep the light of liberty shining!As a Structural, Stress, Mechanisms and Thermal Engineering Associate Manager, you will:
Manage a team of 10-15 engineers by providing oversight, technical mentoring, career development, training, and performance reviews- Work collaboratively with the programs your team supports and with functional leadership to manage staffing requirements and plan job assignments to sustain engineering capabilities and critical skills
- Represent the organization in design reviews and external interactions, practicing Full Spectrum Leadership behaviors
- Oversee technical product management for program life cycles, facilitating strategic initiatives for affordability and efficiency across the programs your team supports
- Independently perform detailed structural analysis of spacecraft components and systems to ensure program requirements and schedules are met
Manages the research, planning, design and development of mechanical products and systems such as instruments, controls, robots, engines, machines and mechanical, thermal hydraulic or heat transfer systems for production, transmission, measurement, and use of energy. Responsible for coordinating subordinate employee recruitment, selection and training, performance assessment, work assignments, salary, and recognition/disciplinary actions. Directs application of research to the planning, design, development, and testing of mechanical and/or electromechanical systems, instruments, controls, engines, and/or machines.
Basic Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering (or related technical field) or equivalent experience/combined education
- Prior experience as a technical lead or manager
- Active Top Secret or SCI Security Clearance required prior to start
Desired Skills
- Demonstrated Full Spectrum Leadership competencies, including: communicating with positive impact, developing enduring relationships, making effective decisions, delivering value, building organizational talent, and being accountable
- Proficient with engineering level computer programming tools (e.g., Matlab)
- Experience with analysis and test of structural environments (e.g., static, acoustics, random vibration, shock, modal, jitter)
- Experience with test engineering, instrumentation, data collection, and/or test reports
- Ability and desire to assume ownership of tasks and quickly and efficiently drive to closure
- Willingness to mentor and develop junior engineers
- Proficient in AI prompting as it applies to this position and practice
Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $118000.00 - $219100.00
At Lockheed Martin, we know mission success starts with taking care of our people. Our Total Rewards program is designed to attract top talent, support your well-being, and help you grow—both professionally and personally.
The salary range for this position is as listed on the requisition. Please note that the salary information listed is a general guideline only. Lockheed Martin considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/ training, key skills as well as market(work location) and business considerations when extending an offer.
Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Flexible work arrangements and schedules (e.g., 4x10), 401(k) match, Paid time off, Holidays, Parental Leave, EAP, Flexible Spending Accounts, Education Assistance, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability.
- Annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs may be offered depending on the position. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and can vary from year to year and are tied to a range of performance metrics.
- For (Washington state applicants only) Non-represented full-time employees: accrue at least 10 hours per month of Paid Time Off (PTO) to be used for incidental absences and other reasons; receive at least 90 hours for holidays. Represented full time employees accrue 6.67 hours of Vacation per month; accrue up to 52 hours of sick leave annually; receive at least 96 hours for holidays. PTO, Vacation, sick leave, and holiday hours are prorated based on start date during the calendar year.
Standard Job Description
Space is a critical domain, connecting our technologies, our security and our humanity. While others view space as a destination, we see it as a realm of possibilities, where we can do more — we can innovate, invest, inspire and integrate our capabilities to transform the future.At Lockheed Martin Space, we aim to harness the full potential of space to cultivate innovation, reduce costs, and push the boundaries of what technology can achieve. We’re creating future-ready solutions, focusing on resiliency and urgency through our 21st Century Security® vision. We’re erasing boundaries and forming partnerships across industries and around the world. We’re advancing spacecraft and the workforce to fuel the next generation. And we’re reimagining how space can connect us, ensuring security and prosperity.Join us in shaping a new era in space and find a career that's built for you.When you join National Security Space (NSS), you will be a part of a team that excels at providing national capabilities that help maintain a technical advantage over our adversaries. Our team has a long and proud history supporting missions that contribute to National Security. We are passionate about space, our customers, our company, and our team. One day, the world may hear the full story of your NSS achievements and discover the critical role you have played to defeat the enemies of freedom. Come join the team that is working quietly to keep the light of liberty shining!As a Structural, Stress, Mechanisms and Thermal Engineering Associate Manager, you will:
Manage a team of 10-15 engineers by providing oversight, technical mentoring, career development, training, and performance reviews- Work collaboratively with the programs your team supports and with functional leadership to manage staffing requirements and plan job assignments to sustain engineering capabilities and critical skills
- Represent the organization in design reviews and external interactions, practicing Full Spectrum Leadership behaviors
- Oversee technical product management for program life cycles, facilitating strategic initiatives for affordability and efficiency across the programs your team supports
- Independently perform detailed structural analysis of spacecraft components and systems to ensure program requirements and schedules are met
Manages the research, planning, design and development of mechanical products and systems such as instruments, controls, robots, engines, machines and mechanical, thermal hydraulic or heat transfer systems for production, transmission, measurement, and use of energy. Responsible for coordinating subordinate employee recruitment, selection and training, performance assessment, work assignments, salary, and recognition/disciplinary actions. Directs application of research to the planning, design, development, and testing of mechanical and/or electromechanical systems, instruments, controls, engines, and/or machines.
Basic Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering (or related technical field) or equivalent experience/combined education
- Prior experience as a technical lead or manager
- Active Top Secret or SCI Security Clearance required prior to start
Desired Skills
- Demonstrated Full Spectrum Leadership competencies, including: communicating with positive impact, developing enduring relationships, making effective decisions, delivering value, building organizational talent, and being accountable
- Proficient with engineering level computer programming tools (e.g., Matlab)
- Experience with analysis and test of structural environments (e.g., static, acoustics, random vibration, shock, modal, jitter)
- Experience with test engineering, instrumentation, data collection, and/or test reports
- Ability and desire to assume ownership of tasks and quickly and efficiently drive to closure
- Willingness to mentor and develop junior engineers
- Proficient in AI prompting as it applies to this position and practice
Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $118000.00 - $219100.00
At Lockheed Martin, we know mission success starts with taking care of our people. Our Total Rewards program is designed to attract top talent, support your well-being, and help you grow—both professionally and personally.
The salary range for this position is as listed on the requisition. Please note that the salary information listed is a general guideline only. Lockheed Martin considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/ training, key skills as well as market(work location) and business considerations when extending an offer.
Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Flexible work arrangements and schedules (e.g., 4x10), 401(k) match, Paid time off, Holidays, Parental Leave, EAP, Flexible Spending Accounts, Education Assistance, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability.
- Annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs may be offered depending on the position. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and can vary from year to year and are tied to a range of performance metrics.
- For (Washington state applicants only) Non-represented full-time employees: accrue at least 10 hours per month of Paid Time Off (PTO) to be used for incidental absences and other reasons; receive at least 90 hours for holidays. Represented full time employees accrue 6.67 hours of Vacation per month; accrue up to 52 hours of sick leave annually; receive at least 96 hours for holidays. PTO, Vacation, sick leave, and holiday hours are prorated based on start date during the calendar year.
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Engineering Program Manager Job Market in Colorado
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Who's Hiring
- Lockheed Martin19
- Sanmina1
- Quantinuum1
- SSR Mining1
- Amazon Web Services1
Top Industries Hiring
- Distribution & Wholesale
- Mining & Natural Resources
What Colorado Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in engineering program manager jobs across Colorado.
- Bachelor's degree in engineering, computer science, or a closely related technical discipline
- Minimum five years of experience managing complex engineering programs or cross-functional technical projects
- PMP certification or equivalent program management credential recognized by PMI
- Demonstrated experience with agile, scrum, or other iterative development frameworks in engineering environments
- Proficiency with program management tools such as Jira, Microsoft Project, or comparable platforms
- Strong cross-functional communication skills working with hardware, software, and systems engineering teams
Engineering Program Manager Jobs in Colorado: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a engineering program manager in Colorado?
Most engineering program managers in Colorado start with a bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline, computer science, or a technical field, then move into project coordination or junior program roles. Colorado employers strongly favor candidates who earn the Project Management Professional credential through PMI, as aerospace and defense contractors in the Denver and Colorado Springs corridors routinely list it as required. Experience managing cross-functional engineering teams and familiarity with systems engineering processes are the clearest differentiators for advancement.
How much do engineering program managers make in Colorado?
Engineering program managers in Colorado earn a median of about $183,810 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $135,380 for the lowest 10% to over $272,950 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire engineering program managers in Colorado?
Employers hiring engineering program managers in Colorado right now include Lockheed Martin, Sanmina, and Quantinuum, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Colorado's defense and aerospace concentration means several of the most consistent openings come from large systems contractors anchored along the Front Range corridor.
Which Colorado cities have the most engineering program manager jobs?
Littleton, Englewood, and Highlands Ranch account for the largest share of engineering program manager openings in Colorado. Denver drives volume through its enterprise technology and defense headquarters presence, Colorado Springs reflects the heavy concentration of defense and space systems contractors near Peterson Space Force Base, and Boulder's research and semiconductor industry pulls demand for program managers who can oversee hardware and software development programs simultaneously.
Are there remote engineering program manager jobs in Colorado?
Yes, and more than many engineering roles, though a meaningful share still require on-site presence for classified programs and hardware-dependent work. About 75% of engineering program manager openings tied to Colorado are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, with remote availability highest for software and cloud infrastructure programs and lowest for defense contracts requiring facility access or security clearance.
How can I get hired as a engineering program manager in Colorado with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is moving into a junior program coordinator or technical project coordinator role, which Colorado defense contractors and tech employers regularly post as on-ramps that do not require prior program management titles. Large Front Range employers like Lockheed Martin and Raytheon run rotational and early-career program associate tracks where candidates from systems engineering, supply chain, or quality assurance backgrounds transition into program management. Earning the CAPM credential from PMI before applying gives candidates a measurable edge over those without formal credentials.
Where can I find and apply to engineering program manager jobs in Colorado?
You can find and apply to engineering program manager jobs in Colorado on Migrate Mate, which lists current Colorado openings. Search the roles available, find the ones that match your background and location preference, and apply directly to the ones that fit.
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