Chief Engineer

Technical Leadership

• →Provide technical guidance and oversight throughout the product lifecycle, from concept design to final release.

Technical Baseline Management

• →Develop and maintain product line technical baselines that support multiple programs, ensuring consistency, continuity, and configuration control.

Project Oversight

• →Oversee and manage technology projects, ensuring alignment with business unit strategy and customer requirements.

Proposal Review

• →Review and approve proposal technical and cost volumes to ensure alignment with company standards and customer expectations.

Operational Guidance

• →Provide operational guidance to Project Engineers, ensuring technical alignment and project goal achievement.

Customer Interface

• →Interface with customers to shape requirements and provide technical support during early pursuit phases.

Technical Reviews

• →Support program and technical reviews, providing guidance on technical solution synthesis.

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Aerospace, or a related field.
• 14+ years of engineering experience with at least 8+ years in a leadership role.
• Higher level relevant degree may substitute for experience.
• Deep understanding of ELINT/ESM principles, architectures, and technologies, including RF system design, digital signal processing, and sensor integration
• Hands-on experience in system engineering lifecycle (requirements analysis, design, integration, verification, and validation) for ELINT/ESM products

• Experience performing RF cascade analysis for complex RF systems
• Experience analyzing threat databases used for ESM intelligence libraries
• Extensive knowledge of Radar parameter measurements and measurement techniques

• Experience with hardware/software integration, real-time embedded systems, and C4ISR systems
• Knowledge of relevant military standards and compliance (e.g., MIL-STD-461, 810, 704, 882
• Minimum 10+ years of systems engineering experience, with at least 5 years in Electronic Intelligence (ELINT), Electronic Support Measures (ESM), Signals Intelligence (SIGINT), or related defense electronic warfare fields
• Proven track record of successfully delivering complex, mission-critical ELINT/ESM or SIGINT systems or products to government or defense customers
• The ability to obtain and maintain a Secret U.S. Security Clearance is required
• Demonstrated ability to lead, mentor, and develop high-performing engineering teams
• Experience in strategic planning, resource management, and budget oversight for large-scale engineering programs
• Proven ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams (program management, business development, manufacturing, quality, and customer stakeholders)

• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills; able to represent engineering to executive leadership and external customers
• Demonstrated experience in proposal development, technical writing, and customer briefings
• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally as required

• Master’s degree in Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field
• 8-10 years relevant leadership and/or project management experience
• Familiarity with industry standards and regulations in the Aerospace and Defense sector
• Experience with advanced engineering tools and methodologies
• Proven leadership abilities inclusive of successful change management, mentoring, career development, training, succession planning, holding people accountable, and conducting yearly reviews
• Previous management experience; ability to recruit employees; assign, direct, and evaluate their work; and oversee staffing development and maintenance
• Demonstrated passion for ideation and innovation, as well as motivating others to act by creating a shared sense of vision or purpose
• Background in the Aerospace and Defense Industry, the US Department of Defense (Civilian), NASA/Civil or commercial space and/or US Military, with an understanding of defense, aerospace, intelligence, and adjacent markets
  Prior experience working directly with military or intelligence agencies
• Active Top Secret/SCI clearance
• Experience applying AI tools and techniques to ESM processing

•  Ability to lift up to 10 pounds occasionally
•  Prolonged periods of working on a computer
•  Hand and finger dexterity for computer use
•  Occasional travel to customer or field locations may be required
•  Capability to work in potentially hazardous environments when visiting project sites

This posting will be open for application for a minimum of 5 days and may be extended based on business needs.

SNC offers annual incentive pay based upon performance that is commensurate with the level of the position.

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.

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SNC is a global leader in aerospace and national security committed to moving the American Dream forward. We’re known and respected for our mission and execution focus, agility, and disruptive and rapid innovation. We provide leading edge technologies and transformative solutions that support our nation’s most critical security needs. If you are mission-focused, thrive in collaborative environments, and want to make our country stronger with state-of-the-art technologies that safeguard freedom, join our team!

SNC is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to an environment free of discrimination.  Employment decisions are made based on merit without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran or other characteristics protected by law.