Jobs at Ball Aerospace

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Ball Aerospace, a subsidiary of Ball Corporation, designs and manufactures advanced space and defense technologies. It leads in satellite bus platforms, high‑resolution imaging sensors, and propulsion systems used by NASA, U.S. Space Force, and commercial satellite operators. Its engineering teams develop cutting‑edge optics, avionics, and thermal control systems that deliver mission‑critical performance.

Ball hires software engineers, electrical and mechanical engineers, systems architects, program managers, test engineers, and manufacturing specialists. Candidates can expect rigorous technical interviews, problem‑solving challenges, and opportunities to work on multi‑disciplinary teams that collaborate on interplanetary missions and commercial launch services. Competitive benefits include equity options, professional development budgets, and flexible work arrangements.

Job Transparency provides Ball Aerospace salary ranges for each role, allowing you to benchmark compensation against industry averages before you apply. Combined with employee sentiment scores and real‑time hiring data, you can prioritize positions that match your compensation expectations and organizational culture fit.

Sr Project Leader

Company: The Aerospace Corporation

Location: Colorado, CO

Posted Jan 15, 2023

The Aerospace Corporation is a trusted partner to the nation's space programs, providing technical expertise and innovative solutions. The company is committed to diversity and inclusion, and offers a range of benefits to its employees.

Global Strategic Sourcing Intern (Summer 2023)(Remote)

Company: Collins Aerospace

Location: Remote

Posted Jan 15, 2023

Collins Aerospace is a leader in the aerospace and defense industry, offering innovative solutions and opportunities for employees and customers. The company is committed to diversity, inclusion, and ethics, and is seeking a summer intern to develop and execute supply chain strategies.

Engineer II - Ground Integration and Test (I&T) Engineer

Company: Ball Aerospace

Location: Greater Boulder Area

Posted Jan 14, 2023

Ball Aerospace is a company that values inclusive culture, creativity, and innovation. They work collaboratively with customers and partners to solve complex challenges, with a focus on high-impact discriminating technologies for their customers' missions. The Engineering Strategic Capabilities Unit comprises talented and technical leadership, committed to innovation, integrity, and strong execution. The company is looking for an Engineer II - Ground Integration and Test (I&T) Engineer to support design, development, integration, and testing of ground systems for various customers.

Staff Consultant - Electrical

Company: Ball Aerospace

Location: Greater Boulder Area

Posted Jan 15, 2023

Ball Aerospace is a company that values innovation, collaboration, and inclusivity. They are seeking a Staff Consultant to work on machine learning and deep learning projects, with a focus on optimizing performance for space, airborne, and ground applications.

Engineer Senior - Systems

Company: Ball Aerospace

Location: Greater Boulder Area

Posted Jan 14, 2023

Ball Aerospace is seeking a Senior Engineer for their Systems team. The position requires a BS degree or higher in engineering or a related technical field, 8+ years of related experience, and a current, active Secret security clearance. The role involves leading systems engineering tasks, understanding and refining requirements, providing analyses, managing system interfaces, and supporting program gates. The company values an inclusive culture, creativity, and work collaboratively with customers and partners.

Staff Consultant - MDP Algorithm Development

Company: Ball Aerospace

Location: Greater Boulder Area

Posted Jan 16, 2023

Ball Aerospace is a company that values innovation, collaboration, and inclusivity. They are committed to solving the world's greatest challenges and have a strong mission focus. The company is looking for a Mission Data Processing (MDP) Algorithm Development Engineer to join their Payloads Systems Engineering Team.

Metal Finish Technician III

Company: Ball Aerospace

Location: Greater Boulder Area

Posted Jan 15, 2023

Ball Aerospace is a company that values innovation, collaboration, and inclusivity. They are looking for a Metal Finish Technician III to join their team at the Ball Aerospace Manufacturing Center in Westminster, CO. The role involves working with state-of-the-art military, space, and tactical equipment, and requires a high school diploma or equivalent plus 4 years or more related experience.

Software Engineer II - DevOps Engineer

Company: Ball Aerospace

Location: Greater Boulder Area

Posted Jan 16, 2023

Ball Aerospace is a company that values innovation, collaboration, and inclusivity. They are looking for a talented and energetic ground system engineer to join their team and work on a variety of projects, including deploying and maintaining critical applications on cloud-native microservices architecture.

IT Project Management Specialist II

Company: The Aerospace Corporation

Location: El Segundo

Posted Jan 15, 2023

The Aerospace Corporation is a trusted partner to the nation's space programs, offering innovative solutions for satellite, launch, ground, and cyber systems for defense, civil, and commercial customers. The Information Systems and Cyber Division (ISCD) delivers responsive, resilient, high-performance software intensive systems to IC, DoD, and civilian customers. The position involves supporting various customers, coordinating project teams, identifying and coordinating changes in project scope, and developing best practices for project execution and management.

Director, Mechanical Systems Department

Company: The Aerospace Corporation

Location: El Segundo

Posted Jan 15, 2023

The Aerospace Corporation is a trusted partner to the nation's space programs, providing innovative solutions and technical expertise. The company is seeking a Director, Mechanical Systems Department, to lead a team of engineers and provide management oversight.

Process Modeling & Simulation Engineering Specialist

Company: The Aerospace Corporation

Location: El Segundo

Posted Jan 15, 2023

The Aerospace Corporation is a trusted partner to the nation's space programs, providing innovative solutions and technical expertise. The company is committed to providing an inclusive and diverse workplace and offers a competitive compensation package.

Staff Consultant - Electrical Design (Part-Time)

Company: Ball Aerospace

Location: Greater Boulder Area

Posted Jan 16, 2023

Ball Aerospace is a company that values innovation, collaboration, and inclusivity. They are committed to solving the world's greatest challenges and have a strong mission focus. The company is looking for a Staff Consultant - Electrical Design to work on defense-oriented, cutting-edge electronic systems.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is it like to work at Ball Aerospace?
Working at Ball Aerospace means collaborating with a cross‑functional team of engineers, scientists, and program managers on missions that span Earth observation, deep‑space exploration, and national defense. Employees routinely tackle complex systems integration problems, attend design reviews with NASA and commercial partners, and receive mentorship from senior leaders. The company promotes a culture of continuous learning, offering tuition reimbursement, internal training programs, and access to cutting‑edge research facilities.
What types of positions are available at Ball Aerospace?
Ball Aerospace offers roles in software engineering, electrical and mechanical engineering, systems architecture, program management, test engineering, manufacturing, quality assurance, data science, cybersecurity, and facilities management. Positions range from entry‑level engineers to senior program directors and are located in Tucson, AZ; Denver, CO; and remote options for certain technical roles.
How can I stand out as an applicant?
Showcase domain‑specific expertise by highlighting projects that involved satellite subsystems, optics, or space‑grade software. Include measurable results—e.g., reduced test cycle time by 20% or improved sensor resolution by 15%. Tailor your resume to emphasize certifications such as Six Sigma, PMP, or aerospace‑specific training. Prepare for technical interviews by practicing system‑level problem solving, writing code in C/C++ or Python, and reviewing Ball Aerospace’s recent missions like the Earth Observing System (EOS) or the Lunar Reconnaissance Orbiter (LRO) payload technologies.

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