Karman Space & Defense · 11 hours ago
Chief Engineer, Composites
Mukilteo, Mukilteo, WA, US
Full-time
Onsite
Lead/Staff
$165K/yr - $220K/yr
10+ years expKarman Space & Defense provides concept-to-production solutions for mission-critical systems on spacecraft and defense systems. The Chief Engineer focuses on program technical excellence, mentorship for engineers, and guiding design and development processes to ensure the technical success of programs.
Defense & Space
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Responsible for ensuring program technical excellence is commensurate with program scope, customer expectations and company interest
Through program gate reviews, oversee technical aspects of projects ensuring appropriate design, analysis and testing is conducted
Review designs for cost, manufacturing, and quality assurance
Provide customer facing technical leadership and guidance
Provide guidance, mentorship and leadership to all levels of engineers
Influence company engineering design standards and guidelines
Based upon industry needs, identify and develop new technologies
Support proposal concept development, ensure technical compliance and identify technical risks
Qualification
Required
Proven ability to conceptualize, develop, and design structures and mechanical systems in accordance with customer requirements and aerospace/DoD standards
Knowledge of industry tools/software relevant to mechanical systems design
Detailed knowledge of design based military and commercial specifications
Minimum of 10 years technical experience, Minimum of 5 years with composite products
Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or equivalent technical field
Must be a U.S. Citizen
Must hold OR be able to obtain a DoD SECRET clearance
Benefits
Medical, Dental, Vision
Company Paid Life Insurance
401(k) Retirement Savings Plan
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Paid Holidays
Tuition Reimbursement
Company
Karman Space & Defense
Karman Space & Defense is a concept-to-production solutions provider for the most complex missions in the space and defense industry.
Founded in 2021Huntington Beach, California, US
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Tony Koblinski
Chief Executive Officer
Stephanie Sawhill
Chief Business Development Officer
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