Chief Technology Leader – Radar, Antenna & Surveillance Systems

About the role

This role is for a senior technical executive who will guide the long-term strategy and advancement of next-generation radar and antenna technologies.

Key Responsibilities

• Establish and drive long-range technical strategies and technology roadmaps for advanced radar, antenna, and sensor capabilities.
• Provide senior-level technical leadership across major radar development efforts and emerging technology initiatives.
• Identify future technology needs and help prioritize R&D investments based on customer requirements, market direction, and business objectives.
• Guide advanced radar and antenna technologies through development, maturation, integration, and transition into deployable capabilities.
• Influence product and technology strategy across the full lifecycle of complex radar and sensor systems.
• Partner with senior engineering and business leaders on critical technical decisions, development priorities, and strategic investments.
• Provide technical leadership and subject matter expertise in support of major customer pursuits and future surveillance programs.
• Develop and maintain senior-level relationships with defense customers, government organizations, technology partners, and other key stakeholders.
• Represent the organization as a recognized technical authority within the radar, antenna, and surveillance technology community.
• Mentor senior engineers and technical leaders while helping develop the organization's next generation of technical talent.
• Promote innovation and collaboration across engineering, technology, program, and business organizations.

Qualifications

• Active U.S. DoD Top Secret security clearance is required for consideration.
• Masters degree or Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a closely related technical discipline.
• Approximately 20+ years of progressive experience in advanced technology, engineering, and/or technical leadership.
• Demonstrated success leading significant radar design and development efforts.
• Recognized subject matter expertise in advanced radar technologies and sensor applications.
• Deep understanding of advanced antenna technologies and their application within modern radar and surveillance systems.
• Experience developing technical strategies and leading complex initiatives supporting broader organizational and business objectives.
• Able to operate effectively with executive leadership while remaining deeply credible with highly technical engineering organizations.
• Strong executive-level communication, presentation, and customer engagement capabilities.
• Experience influencing R&D priorities, technology investments, product strategies, and/or major technical pursuits.
• Able to develop relationships and technical credibility with senior defense and government stakeholders.
• MBA or other advanced business education is considered beneficial but is not required.
• Able to travel up to approximately 50%.