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Mid Level Career (5+ yrs experience)
$150,000 and above
Occasional travel
Engineering - Systems
Roseville, CA•Arlington, TX
Summary:
The Chief Engineer provides technical vision and leadership for the assigned platform/product line, focusing on unmanned aircraft systems. This role involves facilitating communication and synergy across multiple projects, developing and maintaining the technical roadmap, and ensuring alignment with strategic business objectives. The Chief Engineer is accountable for the technical lifecycle direction and serves as the technical lead for proposal efforts.
Industry Sector: Aerospace/Defense
Experience Level: Senior
Key Technical Skills:
Strong technical knowledge of unmanned aircraft systems
Proficiency with MS Office products, including MS Project
Knowledge of military operations
Understanding of compliance elements for ISO, EVMS, and Export regulations
Knowledge of finance, accounting, and earned value management practices
Engineering fundamentals and technical writing skills
Key Responsibilities:
Serve as the overarching technical lead on unmanned aircraft systems
Develop and maintain the technical roadmap for the platform/product line
Support business development and program management as the lead technical contact
Ensure project design implementation aligns with the platform/product line vision
Facilitate communication with project engineers and upper management
Direct and collaborate with project engineers to develop solutions to customer requirements
Act as the overriding design authority for the product, including new development and enhancements
Assist with setting priorities and defining roles and responsibilities
Provide mentorship and support to project engineers
Lead failure analysis and root cause investigation
Foster ethical conduct and personal integrity within the engineering team
Soft Skills:
Excellent communication and relationship skills
Teamwork and collaboration
Problem-solving and analytical thinking
Flexibility and adaptability
Leadership and mentorship
Required Certifications/Education:
Bachelor’s degree in engineering, technical, or science discipline (Master’s degree preferred)
Minimum 12 years of relevant technical experience, preferably in aerospace or aviation
U.S. security clearance may be required (U.S. Citizenship necessary)
Job Location: Flexible/Remote options available
Additional Requirements:
Ability to travel domestically/internationally
Ability to work extended hours or weekends as needed
Experience in engineering management within the aerospace or aviation industry is desirable
Ability to maintain sensitive and confidential information
Compensation: $150,000 - $180,000
Work Environment/Physical Requirements:
Office, field, and/or manufacturing environment
Potential exposure to uncontrolled climate conditions, noise, dust, and hazardous chemicals
Ability to lift up to 25 pounds and perform repetitive motions
Ability to stand and sit for long periods
The Chief Engineer provides technical vision and leadership for the assigned platform/product line, focusing on unmanned aircraft systems. This role involves facilitating communication and synergy across multiple projects, developing and maintaining the technical roadmap, and ensuring alignment with strategic business objectives. The Chief Engineer is accountable for the technical lifecycle direction and serves as the technical lead for proposal efforts.
Industry Sector: Aerospace/Defense
Experience Level: Senior
Key Technical Skills:
Strong technical knowledge of unmanned aircraft systems
Proficiency with MS Office products, including MS Project
Knowledge of military operations
Understanding of compliance elements for ISO, EVMS, and Export regulations
Knowledge of finance, accounting, and earned value management practices
Engineering fundamentals and technical writing skills
Key Responsibilities:
Serve as the overarching technical lead on unmanned aircraft systems
Develop and maintain the technical roadmap for the platform/product line
Support business development and program management as the lead technical contact
Ensure project design implementation aligns with the platform/product line vision
Facilitate communication with project engineers and upper management
Direct and collaborate with project engineers to develop solutions to customer requirements
Act as the overriding design authority for the product, including new development and enhancements
Assist with setting priorities and defining roles and responsibilities
Provide mentorship and support to project engineers
Lead failure analysis and root cause investigation
Foster ethical conduct and personal integrity within the engineering team
Soft Skills:
Excellent communication and relationship skills
Teamwork and collaboration
Problem-solving and analytical thinking
Flexibility and adaptability
Leadership and mentorship
Required Certifications/Education:
Bachelor’s degree in engineering, technical, or science discipline (Master’s degree preferred)
Minimum 12 years of relevant technical experience, preferably in aerospace or aviation
U.S. security clearance may be required (U.S. Citizenship necessary)
Job Location: Flexible/Remote options available
Additional Requirements:
Ability to travel domestically/internationally
Ability to work extended hours or weekends as needed
Experience in engineering management within the aerospace or aviation industry is desirable
Ability to maintain sensitive and confidential information
Compensation: $150,000 - $180,000
Work Environment/Physical Requirements:
Office, field, and/or manufacturing environment
Potential exposure to uncontrolled climate conditions, noise, dust, and hazardous chemicals
Ability to lift up to 25 pounds and perform repetitive motions
Ability to stand and sit for long periods
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