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Salary: USD 245,000 - 270,000 / annual
Voyager Technologies is seeking a General Manager for its Mojave, California site, a critical hub for propulsion and test facility operations, flight testing of guidance/navigation/control technologies, and rocket systems development. This is a hands-on, site-level operating leadership role reporting to the Vice President & General Manager, Strategic Systems.
You will own day-to-day site execution across safety, schedule, cost, and quality. Your responsibilities include:
• Oversee all Mojave site operations: propulsion test operations, flight test operations, manufacturing/production support, facilities, and site safety, ensuring alignment with cost, schedule, and quality commitments.
• Lead planning and execution of test campaigns, including flight test operations and GN&C technology testing, in close coordination with program management and engineering leadership.
• Manage the site's operating budget, driving disciplined cost control, capacity planning, ERP utilization, labor tracking, and performance dashboards.
• Partner with the VPGM Strategic Systems and functional leaders to align site execution with program and business objectives.
• Support the build toward higher-rate operations, establishing scalable schedules and processes.
• Serve as Voyager's on-site representative to customers, government stakeholders, the Mojave Air and Space Port, and the local community.
• Build, lead, and develop a high-performing, safety-first site team across engineering, test, operations, and support functions.
• Drive continuous improvement in site processes, tooling, and reporting to support growth and integration of new programs.
This role is ideal for a leader who thrives close to hardware and the test range, with the ability to build disciplined processes and strong site culture as Mojave's role within Voyager's portfolio grows. You will work in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment with real stakes and tangible impact.
REQUIREMENTS:
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, or a related technical field.
• Must be eligible to obtain and maintain a US Government clearance (requires US citizenship).
• 12+ years of progressive leadership experience in Aerospace, Space, Defense, or advanced manufacturing/test operations.
• Demonstrated experience managing a manufacturing, propulsion test, or flight test facility, including responsibility for safety, schedule, cost, and quality outcomes.
• Experience with rocket propulsion testing, flight test operations, or range safety strongly preferred.
• Proven ability to lead and develop multidisciplinary teams (engineering, test/operations, manufacturing, quality, safety) in a fast-paced, hands-on environment.
• Experience with ERP systems, labor tracking, KPIs, and operational performance measurement.
• Hands-on, visible leadership style, credible with engineers, technicians, and site personnel.
• Must be based on-site in Mojave, CA with limited travel as needed.
• Must be a U.S. Person (US Citizen, lawful permanent resident, or protected individual) to comply with ITAR and EAR export regulations.
