Equipment Engineer Jobs in Colorado
Equipment Engineer jobs in Colorado are concentrated in aerospace and defense manufacturing, semiconductor fabrication, and energy systems, with demand at levels from associate engineer to principal across the Front Range corridor. Denver, Colorado Springs, and Boulder are the primary hiring hubs, anchored by large employers such as Lockheed Martin, Raytheon Technologies, and Intel. The most in-demand specialties are process equipment engineering, test and validation engineering, and facilities equipment engineering supporting cleanroom and production environments. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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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
The Project Engineer III role focuses on leading and executing technical projects, ensuring the successful integration of engineering solutions, and driving innovation within the team. This position requires a strong technical foundation, advanced engineering expertise, and the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams. The role involves overseeing the design, development, and implementation of engineering projects, ensuring they meet technical specifications and quality standards as well as cost & schedule constraints. This role serves as a bridge between the Engineering and Program Office on a given project.The scope for this role is specific to GSE/Tooling projects across various sectors at Sierra Space. Primarily for our integrated vehicle product lines (Dream Chaser, Satellites, etc) and secondarily for our Solar product line.
In this role, you will lead small cross-functional teams and projects, effectively balancing technical, cost, and schedule constraints while overseeing the design, development, and implementation of engineering projects. You will provide technical estimation support to develop Basis of Estimates and ensure projects meet technical specifications and quality standards. Your responsibilities will include conducting trade studies, leading technical evaluations, and providing technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers. Additionally, you will manage supplier coordination by developing and managing Statements of Work, coordinating with contracts and quality teams, and supporting Risk and Opportunity management on the project. You will communicate and coordinate across engineering and functional teams, delivering clear verbal and written communication of technical concepts, plans, and actions, and effectively communicating project status to both technical and programmatic audiences. Driving innovation and continuous improvement within the engineering team will be a key focus, as will serving as the bridge between Engineering and Program offices to resolve conflicts and represent the voice of all stakeholders, including support functions and customers.
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.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Requires Bachelor's degree in a related field (or equivalent work experience in lieu of degree or Masters +3 yrs experience).
- Typically 5+ years of related experience.
- Strong technical foundation on which to build project/programmatic skills.
- The ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret U.S. Security Clearance is required
- Ability to lead small cross-functional teams and projects.
- Advanced technical knowledge and expertise in the relevant engineering discipline, preferably related to GSE/Tooling development in a manufacturing/test/ground operations environment.
- Strong project management skills, including the ability to lead technical teams and ensure projects are completed within budget and scheduling constraints.
- Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.
- General knowledge of two or more functional disciplines outside of engineering (e.g., supply chain, manufacturing, operations, program management).
- Thorough knowledge and understanding of risk and opportunity management.
- Expertise in communicating and coordinating across engineering and functional teams.
- Clear verbal and written communication of technical concepts, plans, and actions.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Prior experience with increasing responsibilities in project management.
- Professional Certifications: Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.
- Experience with systems engineering and integration.
- Proficiency in project management software and tools (e.g., MS Project, Primavera).
- Experience with CAD software and engineering design tools.
- Knowledge of industry standards and regulations.
- Experience in product lifecycle management (PLM).
- Familiarity with Agile and Lean methodologies.
- Strong analytical and decision-making skills.
- Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
- Experience in developing and managing project budgets.
- Demonstrated ability to drive innovation and continuous improvement initiatives.
Compensation:
Pay Range:
$119,064.00 - $163,713.00Your actual base compensation will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on job-related knowledge and skills, education, experience, internal equity and market competitiveness.
IMPORTANT NOTICE:
This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret U.S. Security Clearance. U.S. Citizenship status is required as this position needs an active U.S. Security Clearance for employment. Non-U.S. Citizens may not be eligible to obtain a security clearance. The Department of Defense Consolidated Adjudications Facility (DoD CAF), a federal government agency, handles the adjudicative aspects of the security clearance eligibility process for industry applicants. Adjudicative factors which affect the outcome of the eligibility determination include, but are not limited to, allegiance to the U.S., foreign influence, foreign preference, criminal conduct, security violations and illegal drug use.
Elevate Your Career
At Sierra Space, we are committed to your personal and professional development. We empower you to make profound and meaningful contributions and foster a vibrant culture of collaboration, where teamwork ignites breakthrough innovations.
We also offer a generous benefit package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, 401(k) with 150% match up to 6%, life insurance, 3 weeks paid time off, and more.
Sierra Space is an industry-leading space and defense technology company providing satellites, spacecraft, and enabling mission systems and components. We deliver mission-proven technologies to our customers that safeguard our nation, protect space-based assets and enable space exploration.
Application Deadline: This role will remain posted until a qualified pool of candidates is identified.
Please note: Sierra Space does not accept unsolicited resumes from contract agencies or search firms. Any unsolicited resumes submitted to our website or to Sierra Space team members not through our approved vendor list or Talent Acquisition will be considered property of Sierra Space, and we will not be obligated to pay any referral fees.
Sierra Space Corporation is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you need special assistance or a reasonable accommodation related to applying for employment with Sierra Space or at any stage of the recruitment process, please contact us.
About Us
About Sierra Space
Headquartered in Colorado, Sierra Space is a mission-proven Defense Tech company delivering satellite platforms, critical subsystems, reusable spaceplanes, hypersonic technologies, propulsion systems, and infrastructure for the nation’s most critical missions. With more than three decades of heritage and a record of flight-proven success in space, Sierra Space is trusted by U.S. National Security, Civil customers, and global allies. Our technologies safeguard our nation, sustain human exploration in space, and ensure the freedom of operations beyond Earth.
Sierra Space is defining the new era of Space Defense, strengthening deterrence today and preserving freedom of action for generations to come.
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
The Project Engineer III role focuses on leading and executing technical projects, ensuring the successful integration of engineering solutions, and driving innovation within the team. This position requires a strong technical foundation, advanced engineering expertise, and the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams. The role involves overseeing the design, development, and implementation of engineering projects, ensuring they meet technical specifications and quality standards as well as cost & schedule constraints. This role serves as a bridge between the Engineering and Program Office on a given project.The scope for this role is specific to GSE/Tooling projects across various sectors at Sierra Space. Primarily for our integrated vehicle product lines (Dream Chaser, Satellites, etc) and secondarily for our Solar product line.
In this role, you will lead small cross-functional teams and projects, effectively balancing technical, cost, and schedule constraints while overseeing the design, development, and implementation of engineering projects. You will provide technical estimation support to develop Basis of Estimates and ensure projects meet technical specifications and quality standards. Your responsibilities will include conducting trade studies, leading technical evaluations, and providing technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers. Additionally, you will manage supplier coordination by developing and managing Statements of Work, coordinating with contracts and quality teams, and supporting Risk and Opportunity management on the project. You will communicate and coordinate across engineering and functional teams, delivering clear verbal and written communication of technical concepts, plans, and actions, and effectively communicating project status to both technical and programmatic audiences. Driving innovation and continuous improvement within the engineering team will be a key focus, as will serving as the bridge between Engineering and Program offices to resolve conflicts and represent the voice of all stakeholders, including support functions and customers.
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.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Requires Bachelor's degree in a related field (or equivalent work experience in lieu of degree or Masters +3 yrs experience).
- Typically 5+ years of related experience.
- Strong technical foundation on which to build project/programmatic skills.
- The ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret U.S. Security Clearance is required
- Ability to lead small cross-functional teams and projects.
- Advanced technical knowledge and expertise in the relevant engineering discipline, preferably related to GSE/Tooling development in a manufacturing/test/ground operations environment.
- Strong project management skills, including the ability to lead technical teams and ensure projects are completed within budget and scheduling constraints.
- Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.
- General knowledge of two or more functional disciplines outside of engineering (e.g., supply chain, manufacturing, operations, program management).
- Thorough knowledge and understanding of risk and opportunity management.
- Expertise in communicating and coordinating across engineering and functional teams.
- Clear verbal and written communication of technical concepts, plans, and actions.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Prior experience with increasing responsibilities in project management.
- Professional Certifications: Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.
- Experience with systems engineering and integration.
- Proficiency in project management software and tools (e.g., MS Project, Primavera).
- Experience with CAD software and engineering design tools.
- Knowledge of industry standards and regulations.
- Experience in product lifecycle management (PLM).
- Familiarity with Agile and Lean methodologies.
- Strong analytical and decision-making skills.
- Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
- Experience in developing and managing project budgets.
- Demonstrated ability to drive innovation and continuous improvement initiatives.
Compensation:
Pay Range:
$119,064.00 - $163,713.00Your actual base compensation will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on job-related knowledge and skills, education, experience, internal equity and market competitiveness.
IMPORTANT NOTICE:
This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret U.S. Security Clearance. U.S. Citizenship status is required as this position needs an active U.S. Security Clearance for employment. Non-U.S. Citizens may not be eligible to obtain a security clearance. The Department of Defense Consolidated Adjudications Facility (DoD CAF), a federal government agency, handles the adjudicative aspects of the security clearance eligibility process for industry applicants. Adjudicative factors which affect the outcome of the eligibility determination include, but are not limited to, allegiance to the U.S., foreign influence, foreign preference, criminal conduct, security violations and illegal drug use.
Elevate Your Career
At Sierra Space, we are committed to your personal and professional development. We empower you to make profound and meaningful contributions and foster a vibrant culture of collaboration, where teamwork ignites breakthrough innovations.
We also offer a generous benefit package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, 401(k) with 150% match up to 6%, life insurance, 3 weeks paid time off, and more.
Sierra Space is an industry-leading space and defense technology company providing satellites, spacecraft, and enabling mission systems and components. We deliver mission-proven technologies to our customers that safeguard our nation, protect space-based assets and enable space exploration.
Application Deadline: This role will remain posted until a qualified pool of candidates is identified.
Please note: Sierra Space does not accept unsolicited resumes from contract agencies or search firms. Any unsolicited resumes submitted to our website or to Sierra Space team members not through our approved vendor list or Talent Acquisition will be considered property of Sierra Space, and we will not be obligated to pay any referral fees.
Sierra Space Corporation is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you need special assistance or a reasonable accommodation related to applying for employment with Sierra Space or at any stage of the recruitment process, please contact us.
About Us
About Sierra Space
Headquartered in Colorado, Sierra Space is a mission-proven Defense Tech company delivering satellite platforms, critical subsystems, reusable spaceplanes, hypersonic technologies, propulsion systems, and infrastructure for the nation’s most critical missions. With more than three decades of heritage and a record of flight-proven success in space, Sierra Space is trusted by U.S. National Security, Civil customers, and global allies. Our technologies safeguard our nation, sustain human exploration in space, and ensure the freedom of operations beyond Earth.
Sierra Space is defining the new era of Space Defense, strengthening deterrence today and preserving freedom of action for generations to come.
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What Colorado Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in equipment engineer jobs across Colorado.
- Bachelor's degree in mechanical, electrical, or industrial engineering from an accredited program
- Professional Engineer license from the Colorado State Board of Licensure for Architects, Engineers, and Land Surveyors preferred for senior roles
- Hands-on experience with equipment qualification, installation, and preventive maintenance programs
- Proficiency with CAD tools such as AutoCAD or SolidWorks for equipment design and documentation
- Familiarity with ISO, GMP, or AS9100 quality standards relevant to Colorado aerospace or semiconductor environments
- Strong root-cause analysis and troubleshooting skills for production or laboratory equipment failures
Equipment Engineer Jobs in Colorado: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a equipment engineer in Colorado?
Most equipment engineer roles in Colorado require a bachelor's degree in mechanical, electrical, or industrial engineering from an ABET-accredited program. Senior and project-lead positions frequently expect a Professional Engineer license issued through the Colorado State Board of Licensure for Architects, Engineers, and Land Surveyors, which requires passing the Fundamentals of Engineering and Principles and Practice of Engineering exams. Aerospace and defense employers also value security clearance eligibility from the outset.
Which companies hire equipment engineers in Colorado?
Colorado equipment engineer roles are posted by Banner Health, Tolmar, and Sierra Space and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Colorado's concentration of aerospace primes, defense contractors, and semiconductor fabs along the Front Range means sustained demand across multiple employer types year-round.
Which Colorado cities have the most equipment engineer jobs?
Greeley, Windsor, and Littleton have the most equipment engineer openings in Colorado right now. Denver anchors demand through its aerospace, defense, and advanced manufacturing sectors, Colorado Springs draws heavily from nearby military installations and defense contractors, and Boulder's semiconductor and clean energy research firms add consistent openings in process and test equipment roles.
Are there remote equipment engineer jobs in Colorado?
Yes, but they're rare. About 40% of equipment engineer openings tied to Colorado are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, reflecting the hands-on nature of most equipment roles. The portions of the work most likely to be performed remotely include documentation review, equipment specification writing, and vendor coordination rather than installation or on-floor troubleshooting.
How can I get hired as a equipment engineer in Colorado with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying to associate or junior equipment engineer roles at Colorado's large aerospace and semiconductor employers, many of which run structured new-graduate programs. Lockheed Martin and Raytheon Technologies hire early-career engineers through formal development rotations at their Colorado facilities. A Fundamentals of Engineering exam pass or an equipment-related senior design project strengthens a new-grad application. Adjacent roles such as manufacturing technician or test technician at Colorado production sites are also common lateral entry points.
Where can I find and apply to equipment engineer jobs in Colorado?
You can find and apply to equipment engineer jobs in Colorado on Migrate Mate, which lists current Colorado openings. Search the available roles, identify the ones that match your background and location preference, and apply directly to whichever ones fit.
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