Chief Engineer Mach-xl

Leidos

Huntsville, AL, United States
Base: $154,050.00 - $278,475.00; bonus/equity: not...
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Hypersonic weapon systems design
Flight test engineering and analysis
Multi-disciplinary team leadership
** Leidos is seeking a Chief Engineer for the MACH-XL program in Huntsville, AL, focused on leading technical development for hypersonic missile systems. The role requires extensive experience in engineering management, particularly in missile systems and flight testing, and offers a dynamic environment that emphasizes innovation and leadership. **

Job Summary

  • The Chief Engineer will provide high-speed vehicle technical leadership to execute hypersonic missile system design, testing, and production activities for the Department of Defense.
  • This role requires leading technical execution across all system activities from concept development through design, prototyping, ground testing, flight testing, and production demonstration.
  • Leidos seeks a candidate who can disrupt the status quo and refuse to fail while delivering innovative solutions for complex security challenges.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 75

** Leidos is seeking a Chief Engineer for the MACH-XL program in Huntsville, AL, focused on leading technical development for hypersonic missile systems. The role requires extensive experience in engineering management, particularly in missile systems and flight testing, and offers a dynamic environment that emphasizes innovation and leadership. **

Salary

Base: $154,050.00 - $278,475.00; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Not specified

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Hypersonic weapon systems design
  • Flight test engineering and analysis
  • Multi-disciplinary team leadership
  • System engineering rigor and processes
  • Risk management and test planning

Nice-to-have

  • Mentoring high potential employees
  • Prototype production experience
  • Collaborative engineering environment
  • Disruptive innovation mindset
  • Rapid development execution

Key Requirements

  • ABET-accredited Bachelor's degree with 20+ years experience OR Master's with 15+ years
  • US Citizen with current DOD Secret clearance
  • Strong background in weapon systems and flight systems
  • Experience in Flight Test and Analysis for rocket or missile development
  • Proven ability to interface with senior leadership and government personnel

Work Rights

Must be a US Citizen

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