Chief Engineer, Rendezvous And Proximity Operations (rpo)

Sierra Space

Base: $198,936.00 - $273,537.00; bonus/equity: not...
16+ years of related experience
Multidisciplinary engineering expertise
Top-secret u.s. security clearance required
The Chief Engineer will provide technical leadership to major programs, ensuring successful execution and maintaining the technical baseline

Job Summary

  • The Chief Engineer will provide technical leadership to major programs, ensuring successful execution and maintaining the technical baseline.
  • This role requires chairing Engineering Review Boards and Failure Review Boards to adjudicate gaps and determine root cause corrective actions.
  • Sierra Space offers a generous benefit package including medical, dental, vision plans, and a 401(k) with a 150% match up to 6%.

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The Chief Engineer will provide technical leadership to major programs, ensuring successful execution and maintaining the technical baseline.

Salary

Base: $198,936.00 - $273,537.00; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with 150% match up to 6%, life insurance, 3 weeks PTO

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 16+ years of related experience
  • Multidisciplinary engineering expertise
  • Top-Secret U.S. Security Clearance required
  • U.S. Citizenship status required
  • Bachelor's degree in related field

Nice-to-have

  • Master's or Ph.D. in engineering
  • Advanced RPO and GNC technical knowledge
  • Experience with satellite flight programs
  • Understanding of computer vision
  • History of technical publications or patents

Key Requirements

  • 16+ years of related experience
  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience
  • Must obtain and maintain Top-Secret clearance
  • U.S. Citizenship is mandatory
  • Proven track record in program management

Work Rights

Must have US citizenship

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