Chief Integration & Test Engineer

About the role

The Chief Integration & Test Engineer will own the integration and test rules, tools, methods and training for the 5-D engineering organization. They will provide technical oversight and individual contributions on complex and exciting aerospace development programs. The role involves mentoring technical team members, interfacing with customers and company leadership, and providing high impact technical input and expertise.

Responsibilities

• Define and enforce prescriptive rules for performing integration and test on complex aerospace systems
• Develop tools or lead the integration of Commercial-Off-The-Shelf (COTS) tools in the business to enable effective and efficient engineering
• Define and document how we approach integration and test problems and processes
• Generate and execute applicable training for the integration and test engineering organization
• Review requirements, system/subsystem interface definitions, system schematics, and system design documentation in support of test planning and design
• Conduct trade studies and perform design research of basic engineering concepts and explorations to determine optimal requirements and system architecture
• Develop test plans, test procedures and test reports for lab, hardware/software-in-the-loop, component, subsystem and system tests
• Support or lead test execution for complex systems including taxi/flight testing
• Work in conjunction with the other Chief Engineers to ensure high quality and consistent engineering services across all customers
• Perform peer reviews of fellow team members’ work
• Assist in preparation of proposals and presentation materials
• Support the 5-D Business Lead in defining the short- and long-term objectives for the business, and work to achieve those objectives in the integration and test functional area
• Travel to customers or internal locations as needed (>25% travel may be expected at times)

Requirements

• Self-directed, sharp analytical abilities, excellent communication skills, and capable of working effectively in a dynamic environment
• Proven technical leadership capabilities
• Results-oriented, sense of ownership, urgency, and drive
• Experience working within the Defense and/or Aerospace industry is a must
• Performed integration and test activities as an individual contributor and technical lead

Skills

• Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Aerospace, Electrical, or Mechanical Engineering from an ABET accredited university
• 15+ years of applicable industry experience
• A U.S. DoD Secret Clearance or higher (or the ability to obtain such a clearance if needed)

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Aerospace, Electrical, or Mechanical Engineering from an ABET accredited university
• 15+ years of applicable industry experience
• A U.S. DoD Secret Clearance or higher (or the ability to obtain such a clearance if needed)

Benefits

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance Coverage
• Life/ADD & Short/Long Term Disability Insurance
• 401(k) Savings Plan
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
• Paid Time-Off (PTO)
• Holidays

Job Benefits

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance Coverage
• Life/ADD & Short/Long Term Disability Insurance
• 401(k) Savings Plan
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
• Paid Time-Off (PTO)
• Holidays

Job Benefits

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance Coverage
• Life/ADD & Short/Long Term Disability Insurance
• 401(k) Savings Plan
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
• Paid Time-Off (PTO)
• Holidays

Job Benefits

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance Coverage
• Life/ADD & Short/Long Term Disability Insurance
• 401(k) Savings Plan
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
• Paid Time-Off (PTO)
• Holidays

Job Benefits

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance Coverage
• Life/ADD & Short/Long Term Disability Insurance
• 401(k) Savings Plan
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
• Paid Time-Off (PTO)
• Holidays

Job Benefits

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance Coverage
• Life/ADD & Short/Long Term Disability Insurance
• 401(k) Savings Plan
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
• Paid Time-Off (PTO)
• Holidays

Pay

Competitive compensation package based on experience and qualifications.

Schedule

Full-time position with occasional travel required.