Chief Engineer at Astrion

Overview

Chief Engineer, Systems

Be the Difference

Astrion offers comprehensive services that boost preparedness, optimize performance, and ensure success across various domains, from Cyber to Digital, Mission and Systems, servicing our nation's Civilian, Defense and Space communities. We support customers with Centers of Excellence in Washington DC, Huntsville, AL and Burlington, MA with an additional 36 locations across the U.S.

Astrion has an exciting opportunity for a Chief Engineer, Systems for the ARMY Division.

JOB DETAILS

LOCATION: Pentagon, Washington D.C.

JOB STATUS: Full Time

TRAVEL: Estimated at 30%

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS / SKILLS

EDUCATION: Bachelor of Science Degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems or related technical discipline.

CERTIFICATIONS:

One or more of the following technical certifications or equivalent, is preferred:

• Program Management Institute (PMI), Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.
• PMI Program Management Professional (PMP) certification.
• Certified Systems Engineering Professional (CSEP)
• DAWIA – Test and Evaluation and\or Program Management – Advanced \ Level 3

EXPERIENCE LEVEL: A minimum of five years of experience with a technical background and personal experience in leading, directing, and integrating technology and T&E-related functions, activities, systems, and programs in the Federal Government, a state or local government, or a large corporation.  Must demonstrate Subject Matter Expertise within the last five years in T&E technology trends and capabilities. Must have demonstrated experience utilizing this expertise within the Federal Government, a state or local government, or a large corporation. Must demonstrate experience with integrated and synchronized development and implementation of complex T&E-related policies and programs throughout a large organization, ensuring compliance at all levels.

It is preferred that detailed technical experience within the last five years includes modern software development practices and cloud technology, as applied in large enterprises within the last three years.  Preferred experience includes a basic understanding of program management with acquisition experience over large, complex programs.  Additional experience with the Federal budget cycle and DoD-specific Planning, Programming, Budgeting, and Execution processes is preferred.

SECURITY CLEARANCE: Top Secret, SCI Eligible, US Citizens only

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS / SKILLS

RESPONSIBILITIES

The Chief Engineer shall lead or conduct major studies and business case analyses aimed at informing budgetary and programmatic decisions regarding T&E capabilities. The Chief Engineer shall identify opportunities for joint acquisition, leasing, or development of systems, services, programs, and capabilities across the OSD components and with non-OSD mission partners to enhance efficiency, effectiveness, and cybersecurity in support of OSD operations.

ADDITIONAL INFO:

• This posting is a candidate for a “Key Position” under the DOT&E SIPET Task Order; the candidate must sign a Letter of Intent to begin work on the first day of the Period of Performance.
• US Citizens only

ADDITIONAL INFO:

• This posting is a candidate for a “Key Position” under the DOT&E SIPET Task Order; the candidate must sign a Letter of Intent to begin work on the first day of the Period of Performance.
• US Citizens only

What We Offer 

• Competitive salaries
• Continuing education assistance
• Professional development allotment
• Multiple healthcare benefits packages
• 401K with employer matching
• Paid time off (PTO) and a federally recognized holiday schedule.

Who We Are

At Astrion, we innovate, elevate, and shape the world of tomorrow. At our core is our purpose to “Be the Difference”. This means we encourage our employees to take action and be the driving force for positive change. We foster an environment where innovative solutions flourish, and our company continuously evolves.

We have a culture of care, empathy, and making a tangible difference within our organization and communities. We embrace continuous learning, growth, and innovation, and pushing the boundaries of what’s possible. We promote collaboration and empowering our teams is at the core of our success.

Join Astrion and Be the Difference in your career and the world!

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