F-35 M-code Development Chief Engineer (Onsite)
About The Position
Collins Aerospace’s Multi-Domain Assured Navigation and Timing Applications (MANTA) team is seeking an F-35 M-code Development Program Chief Engineer to lead cross-functional engineering teams in developing GPS and Anti-Jam solutions for the F-35 platform. The role oversees technical execution, aligns engineering work with program goals, and drives delivery of high-quality solutions on time and within budget. It supports the design, integration, and delivery of systems that meet customer requirements and serve warfighters. The Chief Engineer collaborates with program management and technical stakeholders, manages customer-facing technical matters, and oversees engineering work packages, technical baselines, documentation, risks, resources, and system integration. The role also supports cost and schedule assessments, planning, business development, and continuous improvement. Engineering activities must comply with company procedures and customer requirements, using systems engineering methods to meet cost, quality, and schedule objectives. This is an onsite, U.S.-based position in El Segundo, California. U.S. citizenship and an active, existing DoD Secret clearance are required after day one. The role is sign-on bonus eligible, and relocation may be available to eligible applicants.
Requirements
- Experience in project management and systems engineering for the design and development of systems or products involving hardware, software, and system integration.
- Experience leading engineering teams in developing and delivering complex technical solutions.
- Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government-issued Secret security clearance; U.S. citizenship is required.
- Typically, a STEM degree and at least 10 years of relevant experience, or an advanced degree in a related field and at least 7 years of experience.
- An active and existing security clearance is required after day one.
Nice To Haves
- Experience in project management and systems engineering for systems or products involving GPS and Anti-Jam capabilities.
- Formal training in project management.
- Experience developing and delivering complex products involving software, hardware, and integrated systems.
- Systems engineering experience across the full development lifecycle, including requirements capture, design, integration, verification and validation, and transition to production.
- Experience with bid and pursuit work within a U.S. government acquisition model.
- Familiarity with engineering development in Agile and DEVSECOPS environments.
- Formal training in an engineering discipline and configuration management.
Responsibilities
- Lead a cross-functional engineering team to achieve program objectives and deliverables.
- Collaborate with the Program Management Team to align project scope with contractual commitments and ensure technical requirements are met.
- Oversee engineering work packages and ensure adherence to project schedules and budgets.
- Coordinate with Integrated Product Team Leaders, Product Owners, and Cost Account Managers to manage resource allocation and address project needs.
- Serve as the primary technical interface with customers and manage technical risks, opportunities, and system integration challenges.
- Monitor and manage functional and product baselines, including customer-driven changes.
- Support the Program Management Team in assessing cost and schedule impacts of out-of-scope requests.
- Review and approve technical and project documentation for compliance with company and customer requirements.
- Contribute to technical assessments, business development efforts, and project planning.
- Develop and implement project management and engineering processes, tools, and techniques to drive continuous improvement.
- Ensure engineering activities comply with company procedures and customer requirements, using systems engineering methodologies to achieve cost, quality, and schedule objectives.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees
- 401(k) plan with employer matching and a separate employer retirement contribution
- Tuition reimbursement
- Student loan repayment program
- Life insurance and disability coverage
- Optional pet, home and auto, additional life and accident, critical illness, group legal, and identity theft coverage
- Birth, adoption, and parental leave benefits
- Fertility and family planning benefits
- Adoption assistance
- Autism benefit
- Employee Assistance Plan, including up to 10 free counseling sessions
- Wellness rewards program
- Virtual doctor visits
- Child and elder care services
- Second-opinion medical services
- Relocation eligibility
- Flexible spending accounts
- Flexible work schedules
- Paid time off and holidays
- Potential annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
