Chief Engineer - Ground Support System - VOLANS-i
Beavercreek, OH 45430
About the Job
SNC has led thoughtful and disruptive change in the aerospace and defense industry for the past 60 years and now, we’re applying this tenacity and expertise to the U.S
Air Force’s (USAF) Survivable Airborne Operations Center (SAOC) mission
Join the SNC-led SAOC team and be a part of exciting and meaningful work to modernize and deliver the next-generation SAOC aircraft trusted by the President, Secretary of Defense and Chairs of the Joint Chiefs of Staff to ensure continued critical command, control and communication during national emergencies
If you’re passionate about building the airborne command post of the future, consider SNC for your next mission
Learn more about NC3 and SAOC here.As Chief Engineer you will be using your skills and expertise to support the execution of one of our largest ISR programs and directly responsible for technical execution, leadership, guidance, and oversight for our Ground Support Systems Integrated Product Team
The Ground Support Systems IPT will be responsible for providing ground support equipment, logistics, and training systems
As the technical leader of the GSS IPT the ability to translating our digital design articles into products and services to be used in sustainment will be a core focus
You will be responsible for overall technical direction within the Int egrated Product Team working closely with the Program Manager leading the IPT as well as the program Chief Engineer, your technical leads, and the Chief Engineers over the other program IPTs.You will ensure program and company processes are adhered to in order to ensure consistency, quality, and safety across the technical team
You will be responsible for building and maintaining customer technical relationship with key customer representatives and several major suppliers
You assist in building the team including hiring and managing several direct reports and will oversee and support them in their program roles and career development
You will work with engineering managers and functional engineering leads to recruit, hire, train, and support the engineering team as they execute program design activities
You will be responsible for multiple suppliers including creating SOWs and technical specifications, design reviews, EVM performance, and qualification and acceptance test activities.The ISR (Intelligence, Surveillance & Reconnaissance), Aviation, and Security (IAS) business area is a leader in ISR and aviation, it is a leading prime manned and unmanned aircraft systems integrator for innovative, high-performance ISR and aviation systems
Its end-to-end Command, Control, Computers, Communications and Intelligence, Surveillance & Reconnaissance (C4ISR) capabilities encompass design, integration, test, certification, ground/flight training and complete logistics support
IAS tailors solutions to customer cost, performance, and schedule requirements and designs to consistently exceed expectations – with an unrivaled record of on time and on (or under) budget deliveries
Learn more about IASMust Haves:Bachelor's of Science degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Computer Science, System Engineering or related technical discipline and typically 14 years of experience.Thorough knowledge and understanding of program management, aircraft design, aerospace & defense, and/or engineering programsPrior experience leading a team of engineers and the programs they are managing; ability to recruit employees; assign, direct, and evaluate their work; and oversee career development, succession planning, performance management, coaching, mentoring, as well as holding people accountableExperience directing the preparation of proposals, business plans, specifications, and approves basis of estimates and rough order of magnitudes for potential pursuits and ensuring all resources such as engineering, manpower, production and facilities are available to support the programDemonstrated working knowledge of managing the cost, schedule and technical performance requirements of multiple programs through all phases from inception to completionProven track-record developing, communicating, and executing to meet technical program performanceAbility to manage complex situations, delegate authority, lead and inspire your team, drive innovative thinking, instill collaboration, drive for success, challenge status quo and demonstrate ability to adapt to dynamic situationsStrong 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 audiencesEarned Value Management experienceUnderstanding of ITAR, licensing, and compliance requirementsThe ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret/SCI U.S
Security Clearance is requiredPreferred:Previous Technical Leadership experience in large aircraft modification programsExtensive experience on programs with aircraft flight and ground test programsExperience with large program training systems and processed including mission system and aircraft trainers with full flight simulation capabilitiesExperience with Technical publications for aircraft maintenance and operationsExperience with Integrated Logistics approaches for large scale aircraft ensuring Reliability, Availability, and Maintainability are architected into the program designExperience with technical risk identification and managements approaches and processesAbility to quickly grasp technical concepts and understand complex technical and program interdependenciesAbility to establish centralized, coordinating body for program concerns, recommendations, and issues; developing recommended process improvements; facilitating opportunities with corporateAbility to establish new and further refining existing templates, tools, and guidelines for program documentation and executionExperience with ensuring compliance with ISO 9001:2000 Policies and ProcessesBackground 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 At Sierra Nevada Corporation (SNC) we deliver customer-focused technology and best-of-breed integrations in the aerospace and defense sectors
SNC has been honored as one of the most innovative U.S
companies in space, a Tier One Superior Supplier for the U.S
Air Force, and as one of America’s fastest-growing companies
Learn more about SNCSNC 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.IMPORTANT NOTICE:This position requires current/active Secret U.S
Security Clearance
U.S
Citizenship status is required as this position needs an active U.S
Security Clearance for employment
Non-U.S
Citizens may not be eligible to obtain a security clearance
The Department of Defense Consolidated Adjudications Facility (DoD CAF), a federal government agency, handles the adjudicative aspects of the security clearance eligibility process for industry applicants
Adjudicative factors which affect the outcome of the eligibility determination include, but are not limited to, allegiance to the U.S., foreign influence, foreign preference, criminal conduct, security violations and illegal drug use.Learn more about the background check process for Security Clearances
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!As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we welcome our employees to bring their whole selves to their work
SNC is committed to fostering an inclusive, accepting, and diverse environment free of discrimination
Employment decisions are made without regarding to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran or other characteristics protected by law
Contributions to SNC come in many shapes and styles, and we believe diversity in our workforce fosters new and greater ways to dream, innovate, and inspire.SummaryLocation: Beavercreek, OHType: Full time
Air Force’s (USAF) Survivable Airborne Operations Center (SAOC) mission
Join the SNC-led SAOC team and be a part of exciting and meaningful work to modernize and deliver the next-generation SAOC aircraft trusted by the President, Secretary of Defense and Chairs of the Joint Chiefs of Staff to ensure continued critical command, control and communication during national emergencies
If you’re passionate about building the airborne command post of the future, consider SNC for your next mission
Learn more about NC3 and SAOC here.As Chief Engineer you will be using your skills and expertise to support the execution of one of our largest ISR programs and directly responsible for technical execution, leadership, guidance, and oversight for our Ground Support Systems Integrated Product Team
The Ground Support Systems IPT will be responsible for providing ground support equipment, logistics, and training systems
As the technical leader of the GSS IPT the ability to translating our digital design articles into products and services to be used in sustainment will be a core focus
You will be responsible for overall technical direction within the Int egrated Product Team working closely with the Program Manager leading the IPT as well as the program Chief Engineer, your technical leads, and the Chief Engineers over the other program IPTs.You will ensure program and company processes are adhered to in order to ensure consistency, quality, and safety across the technical team
You will be responsible for building and maintaining customer technical relationship with key customer representatives and several major suppliers
You assist in building the team including hiring and managing several direct reports and will oversee and support them in their program roles and career development
You will work with engineering managers and functional engineering leads to recruit, hire, train, and support the engineering team as they execute program design activities
You will be responsible for multiple suppliers including creating SOWs and technical specifications, design reviews, EVM performance, and qualification and acceptance test activities.The ISR (Intelligence, Surveillance & Reconnaissance), Aviation, and Security (IAS) business area is a leader in ISR and aviation, it is a leading prime manned and unmanned aircraft systems integrator for innovative, high-performance ISR and aviation systems
Its end-to-end Command, Control, Computers, Communications and Intelligence, Surveillance & Reconnaissance (C4ISR) capabilities encompass design, integration, test, certification, ground/flight training and complete logistics support
IAS tailors solutions to customer cost, performance, and schedule requirements and designs to consistently exceed expectations – with an unrivaled record of on time and on (or under) budget deliveries
Learn more about IASMust Haves:Bachelor's of Science degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Computer Science, System Engineering or related technical discipline and typically 14 years of experience.Thorough knowledge and understanding of program management, aircraft design, aerospace & defense, and/or engineering programsPrior experience leading a team of engineers and the programs they are managing; ability to recruit employees; assign, direct, and evaluate their work; and oversee career development, succession planning, performance management, coaching, mentoring, as well as holding people accountableExperience directing the preparation of proposals, business plans, specifications, and approves basis of estimates and rough order of magnitudes for potential pursuits and ensuring all resources such as engineering, manpower, production and facilities are available to support the programDemonstrated working knowledge of managing the cost, schedule and technical performance requirements of multiple programs through all phases from inception to completionProven track-record developing, communicating, and executing to meet technical program performanceAbility to manage complex situations, delegate authority, lead and inspire your team, drive innovative thinking, instill collaboration, drive for success, challenge status quo and demonstrate ability to adapt to dynamic situationsStrong 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 audiencesEarned Value Management experienceUnderstanding of ITAR, licensing, and compliance requirementsThe ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret/SCI U.S
Security Clearance is requiredPreferred:Previous Technical Leadership experience in large aircraft modification programsExtensive experience on programs with aircraft flight and ground test programsExperience with large program training systems and processed including mission system and aircraft trainers with full flight simulation capabilitiesExperience with Technical publications for aircraft maintenance and operationsExperience with Integrated Logistics approaches for large scale aircraft ensuring Reliability, Availability, and Maintainability are architected into the program designExperience with technical risk identification and managements approaches and processesAbility to quickly grasp technical concepts and understand complex technical and program interdependenciesAbility to establish centralized, coordinating body for program concerns, recommendations, and issues; developing recommended process improvements; facilitating opportunities with corporateAbility to establish new and further refining existing templates, tools, and guidelines for program documentation and executionExperience with ensuring compliance with ISO 9001:2000 Policies and ProcessesBackground 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 At Sierra Nevada Corporation (SNC) we deliver customer-focused technology and best-of-breed integrations in the aerospace and defense sectors
SNC has been honored as one of the most innovative U.S
companies in space, a Tier One Superior Supplier for the U.S
Air Force, and as one of America’s fastest-growing companies
Learn more about SNCSNC 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.IMPORTANT NOTICE:This position requires current/active Secret U.S
Security Clearance
U.S
Citizenship status is required as this position needs an active U.S
Security Clearance for employment
Non-U.S
Citizens may not be eligible to obtain a security clearance
The Department of Defense Consolidated Adjudications Facility (DoD CAF), a federal government agency, handles the adjudicative aspects of the security clearance eligibility process for industry applicants
Adjudicative factors which affect the outcome of the eligibility determination include, but are not limited to, allegiance to the U.S., foreign influence, foreign preference, criminal conduct, security violations and illegal drug use.Learn more about the background check process for Security Clearances
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!As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we welcome our employees to bring their whole selves to their work
SNC is committed to fostering an inclusive, accepting, and diverse environment free of discrimination
Employment decisions are made without regarding to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran or other characteristics protected by law
Contributions to SNC come in many shapes and styles, and we believe diversity in our workforce fosters new and greater ways to dream, innovate, and inspire.SummaryLocation: Beavercreek, OHType: Full time
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