Staff Chief Engineer

About the Role

Key Responsibilities

• Responsible for the technical direction and execution of all engineering aspects on a program, including design, development, implementation, integration, testing, and delivery of products to the customer.
• Serve as the senior technical leader for the program engineering team, acting as technical advisor and delegate to the program manager.
• Ensure all engineering teams adhere to sound engineering processes, company policies, procedures, and quality standards.
• Maintain cognizance over technical activities within program's Integrated Product Teams (IPTs) and promote best engineering practices across the company.
• Perform systems engineering and program management roles as necessary.
• Set a vision, build a high-performing team, and lead technical decision-making and conflict resolution.
• Engage with customers to guide technical specifications and requirements evolution.
• Lead technical proposals, risk assessments, and initial requirements compliance evaluations.
• Support program setup, initial start, and milestone reviews including SRR, architecture review, and requirements review.
• Develop and evaluate program concepts, schedules, and technical roadmaps.
• Oversee design evolution, technical risk mitigation, manufacturability, and cost performance.
• Provide guidance on technical issues, resolve conflicts, and mentor junior engineers.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in a STEM field with 14+ years of related technical experience, or Master's degree with 12+ years of experience.
• Experience as a Subject Matter Expert, Technical Lead, IPT Lead, or similar engineering leadership role.
• Broad experience across multiple engineering disciplines including design, analysis, materials, manufacturing, and testing.
• Technical proficiency in material testing, metals, fiber reinforced composites, failure mechanisms, and applications.
• Experience with discrepancy resolution, RCCA, MRB, and FRB processes.
• Knowledge of FAA, FAR, and DoD requirements and programs.
• Experience in designing and analyzing aircraft structural and/or mechanical systems.
• Familiarity with RF electrical properties, RF analysis, and test techniques.
• Experience with development programs including IRAD or customer-funded R&D.
• Ability to mentor, provide feedback, and make sound decisions impacting operations.

Nice to Have

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering.
• Familiarity with ceramic materials and high-temperature applications.
• Experience with design and analysis software such as FEMAP, NASTRAN, NX, Teamcenter, LS Dyna.
• Current, active DoD Secret clearance or higher, with the ability to obtain and maintain Top-Secret and SCI clearances.
• Experience with Foreign Military Sales (FMS) and foreign customers.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a STEM field with extensive related experience or Master's degree with relevant experience.
• Proven leadership in engineering roles such as SME, Technical Lead, or IPT Lead.
• Experience with mission-critical systems from design through full-rate production.
• Technical expertise in materials, composites, and structural analysis.

Benefits & Perks

• Competitive salary range of $171,000 to $256,400, with potential for overtime, shift differentials, and bonuses.
• Bonuses based on individual contributions and company results.
• Long Term Incentives for Vice President or Director positions.
• Health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan.
• Paid holidays and PTO for vacation and personal business.