Sr Director Engineering

microsatsystems.info

Lone Tree, CO, United States
Base: $254,731.83 - $350,256.28; bonus/equity: ann...
On-site
Enterprise-wide engineering leadership
Develop engineering tools and processes
Define engineering skills and competencies
The Sr. Director of Project Engineering at Sierra Nevada Corporation (SNC) is a leadership role focused on enhancing Project Engineering practices and driving technical excellence within the Aerospace and Defense sector. The position requires extensive engineering experience and strong leadership skills to guide cross-functional teams and implement innovative engineering processes

Job Summary

  • The Sr. Director of Project Engineering serves as the enterprise-wide leader responsible for developing, standardizing, and advancing the Project Engineering and Chief Engineering functions across the organization.
  • This role establishes the tools, processes, training, and technical development framework that enables Engineering teams to deliver high-quality, technically rigorous program execution aligned with Business Unit and Product Line strategies.
  • SNC offers a generous benefit package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, 401(k) with 150% match up to 6%, life insurance, 3 weeks paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and more.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 85

The Sr. Director of Project Engineering at Sierra Nevada Corporation (SNC) is a leadership role focused on enhancing Project Engineering practices and driving technical excellence within the Aerospace and Defense sector. The position requires extensive engineering experience and strong leadership skills to guide cross-functional teams and implement innovative engineering processes.

Salary

Base: $254,731.83 - $350,256.28; Bonus/Equity: Annual incentive pay based upon performance; Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with 150% match, life insurance, 3 weeks PTO, tuition reimbursement

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • enterprise-wide engineering leadership
  • develop engineering tools and processes
  • define engineering skills and competencies
  • drive continuous improvement in technical leadership
  • mentor functional managers and technical fellows
  • define and drive Engineering AI strategy

Nice-to-have

  • foster collaboration and consistency
  • strategic planning and capability investment
  • innovation and technical excellence culture
  • align engineering with business priorities

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering
  • 16+ years of engineering experience in Aerospace & Defense
  • 10+ years in technical leadership roles
  • Experience mentoring senior technical personnel
  • Demonstrated experience in all phases of design lifecycle management
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret U.S. Security Clearance

Work Rights

Must have active U.S. Security Clearance

Tailored Resume

Cover Letter