The Chief Engineer is the key technical executive responsible for overseeing the technical baseline and ensuring the successful execution of program technical objectives
Job Summary
The Chief Engineer is the key technical executive responsible for overseeing the technical baseline and ensuring the successful execution of program technical objectives.
This role involves leading large teams, managing both technical and financial responsibilities, and serving as the primary technical point of contact with senior customer counterparts.
Relocation assistance is available, and hired applicants may be eligible for comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and 401(k) match.
Matching Summary
The Chief Engineer is the key technical executive responsible for overseeing the technical baseline and ensuring the successful execution of program technical objectives.
Salary
Base: $157,200 - $298,800 USD; Bonus/Equity: Annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs available; Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) match, paid time off
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Missile trade studies experience
Lead multi-million dollar budgets
Active Secret security clearance
U.S. citizenship required
Defense industry strategic development
Complex system architecture design
Nice-to-have
Excellent communication skills
Global distributed team leadership
Customer relationship management
Continuous improvement efforts
Export compliance advisory
Key Requirements
Minimum 12 years relevant experience
STEM degree required
Master's degree in Engineering or Physics preferred