Senior Engineer

Metron•Reston, VA

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Metron is an employee-owned company dedicated to delivering innovative solutions for the most challenging national security problems. For over 40 years, our principled approach to problem-solving has yielded creative solutions at the intersection of advanced mathematics, computer science, physics, and engineering. Our people are leaders in their technical fields and are passionate about solving challenging problems. We look for individuals who share this same passion and can apply their experience in real-world settings. We are seeking a highly motivated and dynamic Senior Engineer to lead the hardware development projects. The successful candidate will be responsible for coordination, implementation and performance of engineering activities as it relates to projects within AMA Division.

Requirements

BS degree in Engineer; electrical, mechanical, or systems.
At least eight years of industry or academic or government research experience.
Demonstrated previous technical leadership role in fast-paced hardware R&D environment.
Ability to work cross-functionally with engineers, technicians, scientists, software developers, and DOD personnel.
Demonstrated ability to handle complex hardware engineering projects, schedules, and budgets.
Experience in and understanding of the product development cycle, and proficiency in PD management tools (ie, PDM, PLM, ERP, ECO, etc)
Excellent organization and communication abilities.

Responsibilities

Direct hardware engineering; coordination of mechanical and electrical designers, test teams, technicians, software leads, management, and external organizations.
Lead hardware development from a global perspective.
Develop an integrated design direction across numerous vehicles and systems.
Initiate best practices in DFx, materials selection, and fabrication practices.
Establish a rigorous testing and reliability program.
Perform scientific studies to improve overall engineering performance.
Direct the development of engineering processes, including design/fabrication/integration methodology, engineering data management (PDM, PLM, ERP, ECO, etc), and quality control.
Create, maintain, and communicate project schedules, generate budgets, monitor cost and lead time impacts, generate contingency plans for unexpected events
Generate and delegate clear, well-defined tasking for the team
Provide guidance and mentoring for more junior engineers when necessary
Interface with the program sponsor.
Communicate technical developments as well as project status.
Represent the organization.