Sierra Nevada Corporation · 11 hours ago
Chief Engineer - Sustainment & Production Programs
Lone Tree, CO
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
$222K/yr - $305K/yr
14+ years expSierra Nevada Corporation is a leader in aerospace and national security, focused on delivering innovative ISR and aviation solutions. The Chief Engineer role is responsible for sustainment engineering, production oversight, and cross-functional coordination, requiring strong leadership and technical expertise.
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No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Sustainment Engineering
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's of Science degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Computer Science, Systems Engineering, or a related technical discipline
Typically 14 or more years of experience in program management, defense mission systems, aerospace & defense, or engineering programs
Demonstrated expertise across multiple engineering disciplines, with the ability to direct activities in mechanical, electrical, structural, systems, and software engineering
Proficient leadership abilities, including successful change management, mentoring, career development, training, succession planning, holding people accountable, and conducting yearly reviews
Proven ability to manage the cost, schedule, and technical performance of multiple programs, from inception to completion
The ability to obtain and maintain a Secret U.S. Security Clearance is required
Thorough understanding of all phases of design lifecycle management to include requirements, design, integration, test, and sustainment
Advanced knowledge and understanding of industry best practices and techniques for program management, science, and engineering programs
Possess advanced technical knowledge and experience; working knowledge of industry trends and historical context
Proven ability to work with department-level business leaders and to provide leadership within the workplace
Strong organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills, including the ability to clearly express technical concepts in verbal and written forms; ability to tailor conversations to adapt to technical vs. non-technical audiences
Prior experience developing and maintaining product line technical baselines that support multiple programs, ensuring consistency, continuity, and configuration control
Experience developing technical proposals and cost volumes
Ability to support program and technical reviews, and provide guidance to staff on technical solution synthesis
Preferred
Typically 8-10 years of relevant leadership and/or project management experience
Master's degree or higher in an Engineering or similar field of study
Proven leadership abilities inclusive of successful change management, mentoring, career development, training, succession planning, holding people accountable, and conducting yearly reviews
Proven experience and skills in team building, time management, conflict resolution, communication, briefing, presentation, and strategic thinking
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
Ground-based systems experience (preferred over air systems) 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
Proven experience with production builds and close collaboration with operations teams
Strong knowledge of vendor and subcontractor oversight, ensuring project success through effective partnerships
Hands-on involvement in production, with experience working on the production floor and addressing real-world challenges
Familiarity with reverse engineering processes and sustaining products that lack original baseline designs
Demonstrated expertise in RCCA analysis to resolve and prevent design-related issues
Ability to develop detailed engineering staffing plans and timelines to meet program goals
Proficiency in Earned Value Management (EVM) methodologies for tracking and managing project performance
Expertise in software and hardware configuration control and management processes to ensure product integrity
Benefits
Medical, dental, and vision plans
401(k) with 150% match up to 6%
Life insurance
3 weeks paid time off
Tuition reimbursement
Company
Sierra Nevada Corporation
Sierra Nevada Corporation is an aerospace and defense contractor.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
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