Deputy Chief Engineer

Leidos

Huntsville, AL, United States
Base: $131,300.00 - $237,350.00; bonus/equity: not...
Hypersonic weapon systems expertise
Systems engineering and flight test engineering
Multi-disciplinary engineering team management
The Deputy Chief Engineer will provide high-speed vehicle technical leadership to execute hypersonic missile system design, testing, and production activities

Job Summary

  • The Deputy Chief Engineer will provide high-speed vehicle technical leadership to execute hypersonic missile system design, testing, and production activities.
  • Candidates must possess a deep understanding of missile system architectures, verification techniques, and the ability to guide complex test and evaluation strategies.
  • Leidos Defense Systems seeks a disruptive leader who can interface with senior government personnel and drive rapid development of reduced-cost all-up rounds.

Matching Summary

The Deputy Chief Engineer will provide high-speed vehicle technical leadership to execute hypersonic missile system design, testing, and production activities.

Salary

Base: $131,300.00 - $237,350.00; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Not specified

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Hypersonic weapon systems expertise
  • Systems engineering and flight test engineering
  • Multi-disciplinary engineering team management
  • Risk management and test planning
  • Configuration management of engineering documentation

Nice-to-have

  • Prototype production experience
  • Missile manufacturing activities
  • Mentoring and career guidance skills
  • Rapid development environment adaptability
  • Cost reduction and agility focus

Key Requirements

  • ABET-accredited Bachelor's Degree in Engineering
  • 12+ years of relevant engineering experience
  • Strong technical background in weapon systems
  • US Citizenship required
  • Final Secret Clearance possession

Work Rights

Must have US citizenship

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