Chief Engineer, Composites
About The Position
The Chief Engineer focuses on program technical, mentorship & guidance for other engineers, and supporting company growth and direction. This role is responsible for overseeing and guiding the design and development process to ensure overall technical success of the program. The Chief Engineer plays a key role in determining strategic technologies and capturing associated programs. ABOUT US Karman Space & Defense provides concept-to-production solutions for mission-critical systems on spacecraft, launch vehicles, missiles, hypersonics, and integrated defense systems. We believe that solving the industry’s most complex and mission-critical challenges requires relentless determination and a willingness to push the boundaries of possibility. Karman Space & Defense brings to bear unparalleled production capabilities, unmatched engineering expertise, and unflinching analysis to render the impossible, possible.
Requirements
- Proven ability to conceptualize, develop, and design structuresandmechanical systemsin accordance withcustomer requirements andaerospace/DoDstandards
- Knowledge ofindustrytools/softwarerelevant to mechanical systems design
- Detailed knowledge of design based military and commercial specifications
- Minimum of10years 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
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
- Providecustomer facingtechnical leadershipandguidance
- Provide guidance,mentorshipand leadership toall levels ofengineers
- Influencecompany 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
Benefits
- Medical, Dental, Vision
- Company Paid Life Insurance
- 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Paid Holidays
- Tuition Reimbursement
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
