Chief Engineer (Engineer Systems 5) - 28569

HII's Mission Technologies division•Colorado Springs, CO

4d•Onsite

About The Position

HII Mission Technologies is seeking a highly accomplished Chief Engineer to support our Global Security Group within the Joint Force Integrated Solutions portfolio. This senior technical leader will guide advanced engineering efforts spanning solutions architecture, systems integration, and cutting edge Space-related research and development. The ideal candidate will design secure, scalable, and mission-ready systems while providing strategic technical leadership across multidisciplinary teams. In this role, the Chief Engineer will support Space Systems Command (SSC), System Delta 81 (SYD 81), leading complex, multi year programs executed by a diverse, geographically distributed team. The successful candidate will bring exceptional leadership, deep expertise in Space systems, and a strong track record in delivering integrated technical solutions. Responsibilities include maturing prototypes, enhancing Space training and test infrastructures, and accelerating the development and deployment of innovative technologies that advance the government customer’s mission. This position is based in Colorado Springs, CO.

Requirements

15 years relevant experience with Bachelors in related field; 13 years relevant experience with Masters in related field; 10 years relevant experience with PhD or Juris Doctorate in related field; or High School Diploma or equivalent and 19 years relevant experience.
10-12 years of experience in systems engineering and architecture, preferably with Space-related training, test, or operations technologies
Proven experience developing secure solutions for DoD customers
Expertise in enterprise IT, network architecture, and cybersecurity
Strong proficiency with NIST RMF and DoD accreditation processes
Experience designing datacenter and cloud solutions (AWS, Azure, GCP)
Deep understanding of API integration methodologies and protocols
Experience with modular open systems and microservices architecture
Demonstrated leadership of multidisciplinary engineering teams
Familiarity with Agile systems engineering practices
Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills, with the ability to communicate complex concepts to non technical audiences
Active Top-Secret clearance with SCI eligibility (or ability to obtain/maintain)

Nice To Haves

Advanced degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field
Experience implementing DevSecOps in DoD environments
Experience in modeling, simulation, and live, virtual, constructive environments
Knowledge of Zero Trust Architecture principles
Familiarity with CMMC and/or JSIG requirements
Experience with containerization and orchestration technologies
Background in AI/ML integration
Willingness and ability to travel as needed

Responsibilities

Architect and implement secure solutions for classified and unclassified DoD environments
Serve as technical lead and Solutions Architect to meet customer objectives on schedule and within budget
Develop and maintain comprehensive systems architecture documentation
Lead cross functional engineering teams across software, network, IT, cloud, and other applicable domains
Ensure solutions align with NIST RMF and DoD accreditation requirements
Design cloud ready and web-based architectures for on prem datacenters and major cloud providers (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud)
Define and oversee API integration strategies (REST, SOAP, GraphQL, gRPC, WebSockets)
Apply modular open systems approaches and microservices design principles
Support internal R&D efforts to advance technical capabilities and prototype emerging technologies
Present complex technical concepts to senior leadership and DoW stakeholders
Lead and support proposal solutioning efforts for follow-on and related work
Mentor junior engineers and promote engineering best practices