Technical Lead Jobs in Colorado
Technical Lead jobs in Colorado are concentrated in aerospace and defense, software and cloud infrastructure, and telecommunications, with the Front Range anchoring one of the most active technology hiring markets in the Mountain West. Denver, Boulder, and Colorado Springs draw the largest share of openings, where employers like Lockheed Martin, Raytheon, and Google maintain major engineering operations. Demand is strongest in cloud platform engineering, embedded systems, and agile delivery leadership. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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The Engineering, Science and Analysis (ESA) Strategic Capabilities Unit comprises the technical talent and organizational leadership that enables the successful delivery of high-impact discriminating technologies for our customers’ missions. Our collaborative, cross-functional teams are committed to innovation, integrity, continual learning and strong execution.
What You’ll Do:
- Lead RF payload system and box/board level designs and analysis.
- Manage suppliers and subcontractors to identify, analyze, procure, and develop state-of-the-art wideband digital RF receiver/processors and systems.
- Build relationships and work with teams across key customer, program, and subcontractor personnel.
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Use and advance technologies, including:
- Ultrawideband ADCs
- AI/ML signal processing algorithms
- ASICs for digital beamforming/Signal synthesis/modulation/detection/demodulation
- Direct-sampling receivers
- Heterodyne receivers
- HF to MM-Wave receivers
- Maintain a regular and predictable work schedule.
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships within the department, the Strategic Business Units, Strategic Capabilities Units and the Company. Interact appropriately with others in order to maintain a positive and productive work environment.
- Perform other duties as necessary.
On-Site Work Environment: This position requires regular in-person engagement by working on-site five days each normally scheduled week in the primary work location. Travel and local commute between company campuses and other possible non-company locations may be required.
Working Conditions:
- Work is performed in an office, laboratory, production floor, or cleanroom, outdoors or remote research environment.
- May occasionally work in production work centers where use of protective equipment and gear is required.
- May access other facilities in various weather conditions.
Required Education, Experience, & Skills
- BS degree or higher in Engineering or a related technical field is required plus 8 or more years related experience.
- Each higher-level related degree, i.e., Master’s Degree or Ph.D., may substitute for two years of related experience. Related technical experience may be considered in lieu of education. Degree must be from a university, college, or school which is accredited by an agency recognized by the US Secretary of Education, US Department of Education.
- A current, active TS/SCI security clearance is required.
- Subcontract management experience.
- Digital receiver development experience.
- Working knowledge of phased array antennas, RF signal chain design, and analysis.
- Ability to design, analyze, and assess digital receivers for wideband RF payload solutions.
- Excellent communication and presentation skills.
Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $132962 - $226035
Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.
Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20+ hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.
About BAE Systems Space & Mission Systems
BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it’s what we do at BAE Systems. Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts – defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions. As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a team—making a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, you’ll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference.
Headquartered in Boulder, Colorado, Space & Mission Systems is a leading provider of national defense and civil space applications, advanced remote sensing, scientific and tactical systems for government and commercial customers. We continually pioneer ways to innovate spacecraft, mission payloads, optical systems, and other defense and civil capabilities. Powered by endlessly curious people with an unwavering mission focus, we continually discover ways to enable our customers to perform beyond expectation and protect what matters most.
This position will be posted for at least 5 calendar days. The posting will remain active until the position is filled, or a qualified pool of candidates is identified.
Multiple positions may be available on this opening.
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Top Industries Hiring
- Energy
- Healthcare & Medical Services
- Manufacturing
- Banking & Financial Services
What Colorado Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in technical lead jobs across Colorado.
- Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, or a closely related technical field
- Five or more years of hands-on software or systems engineering experience
- Demonstrated experience leading cross-functional engineering teams on production systems
- Proficiency in cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud
- Strong background in agile or DevOps delivery practices and CI/CD pipelines
- Experience with systems integration or embedded development preferred for Colorado aerospace roles
Technical Lead Jobs in Colorado: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a technical lead in Colorado?
Becoming a technical lead in Colorado typically follows a path from individual contributor engineer to senior engineer to lead, with promotion driven by demonstrated ownership of systems and the ability to mentor peers. Colorado does not require a state-issued license for most software or systems technical lead roles. Employers in aerospace and defense sectors do commonly require or sponsor security clearances through federal channels, and candidates with a relevant engineering degree and agile delivery credentials move into lead roles faster.
Which companies hire technical leads in Colorado?
Colorado technical lead roles are posted by Encore Global, DaVita, and Google and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Colorado's mix of aerospace primes, cloud-first technology companies, and telecommunications firms creates consistent demand for leads who can work on both commercial and government-contract programs.
Which Colorado cities have the most technical lead jobs?
Denver, Boulder, and Longmont account for the largest share of technical lead openings in Colorado. Denver and Boulder lead because of their concentration of cloud software companies, startups, and corporate engineering hubs, while Colorado Springs draws heavily from defense contractors and cybersecurity firms clustered near Peterson Space Force Base and Schriever Space Force Base.
Are there remote technical lead jobs in Colorado?
Yes, and more than most fields, because technical lead work in software and cloud infrastructure is well-suited to distributed teams. About 58% of technical lead openings tied to Colorado are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, reflecting how broadly the role has shifted since pandemic-era workforce changes. Roles tied to classified government contracts or embedded hardware development are the most likely to require on-site presence.
How can I get hired as a technical lead in Colorado with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is moving into a technical lead role from a senior individual contributor position at a Colorado employer, demonstrating ownership of a system or product area before being promoted. Candidates without prior lead experience can strengthen their case by completing cloud architecture certifications, contributing to open-source projects with visible scope, or targeting associate technical lead or team lead programs at large Front Range employers like Lockheed Martin, Oracle, or Google's Boulder campus, where structured rotation programs exist for high-potential engineers.
Where can I find and apply to technical lead jobs in Colorado?
You can find and apply to technical lead jobs in Colorado on Migrate Mate, which lists current Colorado openings from employers across the Front Range and beyond. Find the roles that fit your experience and specialization and apply directly through the listings.
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