Chief Engineer, Systems

Chief Engineer, Systems Join to apply for this role at AV. Summary The Chief Engineer, Systems will act as a technical liaison between Engineering, Program Management, Operations, and Supply Chain departments to ensure solutions to customer requirements are optimized, technically feasible, and achievable in terms of cost and schedule. The role oversees a portfolio of engineering projects and works with a talented group of engineers to drive those projects to completion. Responsibilities Evaluates customer-provided requirements and identifies platform impacts, cost, schedule, and technical performance risks and communicates those to key stakeholders. Contributes to the development of new product requirements through consultations with Program Managers and end customers. Assists in the review and analysis of proposals, specifications, and Interface Control Documents (ICDs). Assists in defining system requirements and in the generation of specifications for products or sub-systems. Provides critical input to the preparation of successful proposal designs, cost estimates, and technical responses with regard to resources (personnel, equipment, etc.). Ensures integration efforts satisfy all performance requirements, achieve delivery schedule, stay within budget, and meet cost targets. Reviews Engineering Change Proposals (ECP), Requests for Deviation (RFD), and maintains system configuration baselines. Mentors and guides engineering personnel to improve technical and leadership skills. Works with applicable Program Manager and customer leads to facilitate resolution of technical issues. Creates necessary documentation, such as requirements documentation, high-level design specifications and test plans. Develops and presents materials for project related briefings including design reviews to be given to internal and external customers. Acts as a resource for the development and review of specifications, CDRL’s and ICD’s. Partners with senior leadership, manufacturing, quality, supply chain, and other groups in setting priorities, establishing strategic plans, and addressing issues that cross departmental boundaries. Exercises wide latitude in determining objectives and approaches to critical assignments. Basic Qualifications (Required Skills & Experience) Bachelor's Degree in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or Math) field. 15 years of experience in an engineering design or development environment. 3 years of project management experience. (PMP or CAPM certification a plus.) Experience with integrating new capabilities onto platforms, requiring flow-down of requirements to lower-level systems. Experience project planning in terms of schedule, budget, and resource estimations. Other Qualifications & Desired Competencies Master’s Degree in a Mechanical, Aerospace, Electrical, or Systems Engineering discipline (or equivalent). Direct experience with design or development in the Aerospace or Defense industries (UAVs or Military aviation preferred). Proven success collaborating with Engineering disciplines (Electrical, Software, Mechanical, and System Engineers) to define system architecture and integration details. Possesses an interest in creating Architectures using Model Based Engineering tools. Strong troubleshooting skills and ability to resolve technical issues efficiently and independently. Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and schematics, parts lists, specifications, instructions, and test procedures. Ability to effectively communicate with and present to various levels internal to the organization and externally to customers and suppliers. Is a proven leader who has demonstrated people development skills. Direct technical expertise in any of the following areas: Avionics, sensors, and RF-based data links. Radio frequency spectrum and modern communication systems. SIGINT technologies and sensors, including EO/IR optics. GPS navigation systems including DGPS, SAASM and M-Code. Aviation propulsion systems, including internal combustion and electric motors. OCONUS military operations. Physical Demands Ability to walk around the facility on a regular basis to facilitate communication, coordinate tasks and resolve issues. Travel required to domestic US sites – up to 25%. Ability to work in an office and manufacturing environment. Required to sit and stand for long periods; talk, hear, and use hands and fingers to operate a computer and telephone keyboard. Salary Range $176,000 - $249,480. ITAR Requirement This position requires access to information that is subject to compliance with the International Traffic Arms Regulations (“ITAR”) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (“EAR”). Applicants must qualify as a U.S. person under the ITAR and the EAR, or be approved for an export license by the governing agency. U.S. citizenship is required. Benefits AV offers an excellent benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401K with company matching, a 9/80 work schedule and a paid holiday shutdown. For more information, visit http://www.avinc.com/myavbenefits. EEO Statement We are proud to be an EEO/AA Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans. AeroVironment, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants, providing fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic data, sexual orientation, gender identity or other legally protected status. Seniority Level Mid‑Senior level. Employment Type Full‑time. Job Function Information Technology. #J-18808-Ljbffr