Chief Engineer - STR
Arlington, VA
About the Job
The Maritime Domain Applications (MDA) Group is seeking a Chief Engineer (CE) with an engineering background to develop concepts for new programs and contribute to the execution of programs within the MDA Group. Projects will cross all levels of maturity, requiring the CE to actively participate in all phases of program acquisition including marketing, proposal development, contract initiation, execution, program close-out, and technology transition to end users.
A successful candidate will have demonstrated significant experience within several of the following areas: Navy and Air Force air domain platforms and tactics, command and control networks, anti-surface and anti-air weapon kill chains, electronic warfare, radar systems, modeling and simulation, advanced processing, artificial intelligence, machine learning, signal processing, sensor resource management and test & evaluation.
Candidates should also have significant experience working with government customers as well as industry partners to create programs and to transition technology to Programs of Record. The candidate should be able to demonstrate the ability to collaborate on complex matters to reach mutually beneficial ends among diverse stakeholders. Strong interpersonal, communication, mentorship, and peer-leadership skills are essential for this position. The candidate should also be able to demonstrate the ability to lead and cohere the efforts of multi-disciplinary teams of researchers, scientists, and engineers across geographically separated sites.
What you will do:
- Technical marketing to existing and potential new customers
- Technical proposal development (idea generation, writing, reviewing, editing)
- Technical marketing of advanced system concepts, novel algorithms and RF system prototypes across maritime customer base to include NAVSEA, NAVAIR, ONR, AFRL, DARPA and classified offices
- Support all aspects of multiple technical programs, ensuring cost, schedule and progress metrics are completed and tracked within plan
- Engage with project stakeholders to communicate status and plan future efforts
- Serving as a technical point of contact to customers, co-contractors, and subcontractors
- Organize efforts of multi-functional teams to meet program objectives
- Monitor progress against goals: anticipate risks, resolve issues, and initiate corrective actions as appropriate
- Provide regular program updates for internal and external audiences
- Create and maintain an environment that fosters collaboration with clear direction and constructive feedback
- Identify resources required for program execution and coordinate on processes to obtain and sustain those resources
Who you are:
- Active Security Clearance at the Secret or Top-Secret level with eligibility to support special access programs, for which U.S. citizenship is needed by the U.S. Government
- BS, MS, or PhD degree in engineering, science, mathematics, or a closely related field
- 10+ years relevant work experience depending on degree
- Experience managing technical programs within research & development or systems acquisition for defense-related programs
- Experience managing projects larger than $10M
- Excellent interpersonal and communications skills
- Experience in leading and managing multi-disciplinary teams
- Strong presentation and organizational skills
Even Better:
- Advanced degree in engineering, science, mathematics, or a closely related field
- Experience managing complex technical projects for advanced Defense Department Science and Technology (S&T) and Research & Development (R&D) programs
- Experience with:
- U.S. Air Force or Naval Aviation platform and systems, especially in operations, training, and tactics development
- Defense systems acquisition, particularly in development of advanced sensor systems and their associated capabilities
- Defense applications of RF technologies, particularly in radar and electronic warfare specialties
- Advanced processing, such as emerging computer architecture, artificial intelligence, and machine learning disciplines
- Testing and Evaluation (T&E)
- Modeling and Simulation (M&S)
- Proposal Management, such as technical writing, project planning, and cost estimation
- Accounting and/or Financial Management for technical work
- Risk and Opportunity Management
- Direct work experience with government, FFRDC, and/or defense industry companies & sponsors
- Proficiency managing concurrent efforts of technically diverse teams working on interrelated projects
- PMP and/or DAWIA PM Certification
STR is a growing technology company with locations near Boston, MA, Arlington, VA, near Dayton, OH, Melbourne, FL, and Carlsbad, CA. We specialize in advanced research and development for defense, intelligence, and national security in: cyber; next generation sensors, radar, sonar, communications, and electronic warfare; and artificial intelligence algorithms and analytics to make sense of the complexity that is exploding around us.
STR is committed to creating a collaborative learning environment that supports deep technical understanding and recognizes the contributions and achievements of all team members. Our work is challenging, and we go home at night knowing that we pushed the envelope of technology and made the world safer.
STR is not just any company. Our people, culture, and attitude along with their unique set of skills, experiences, and perspectives put us on a trajectory to change the world. We can't do it alone, though - we need fellow trailblazers. If you are one, join our team and help to keep our society safe! Visit us at www.str.us for more info.
STR is an equal opportunity employer. We are fully dedicated to hiring the most qualified candidate regardless of race, color, religion, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation and pregnancy), marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
If you need a reasonable accommodation for any portion of the employment process, email us at appassist@str.us and provide your contact info.
Pursuant to applicable federal law and regulations, positions at STR require employees to obtain national security clearances and satisfy the requirements for compliance with export control and other applicable laws.