Chief Engineer

Avalore, LLC; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 97,000 - 181,000; Full time

Job summary

Avalore, LLC seeks a Chief Engineer to oversee systems engineering and design for the WDP System. You will develop and execute the SEP, coordinate cross-team efforts, and represent engineering on the ECB for key milestones.

Lead engineering standards, oversee design reviews, and drive improvements based on performance metrics. Mentoring junior engineers and collaboration with program management are essential parts of the role.

Qualifications

• Requires SECRET Security Clearance.
• Certifications: CSSLP, GCLD, or GSEC for Junior/Journeyman levels; FITSP-D, GCSA, GISF, or SSCP for Senior level.
• Multiple levels available: Junior (0-3 years + Bachelor's), Journeyman (4-7 years + Bachelor's), Senior (8+ years + Bachelor's).
• Strong communication and self-starter mindset.
• Professional proficiency in English is required.
• Authorized to work in the United States full-time; no visa sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all systems engineering and design activities for the WDP System.
• Prepare and execute the System Engineering Plan (SEP) governing architecture and engineering.
• Coordinate between engineering teams and translate customer requirements into system designs.
• Represent the engineering team in the Engineering Control Board (ECB) for major milestones and decisions.
• Establish engineering standards and best practices; lead technical reviews.
• Analyze system performance metrics and recommend improvements; manage technical risks.
• Mentor junior engineers and foster knowledge sharing across disciplines.

Skills

Good communication

Self-starter mindset

Proficient in English

Microsoft Office proficiency

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

The Chief Engineer will oversee all systems engineering and design activities required to engineer and implement the WDP System. This person will prepare, maintain, and execute the System Engineering Plan (SEP), which governs all architecture and engineering aspects of the program. This person will coordinate between various engineering teams, translate customer requirements into system designs, and represent the engineering team in the Engineering Control Board (ECB) to support major program milestones and decisions. This person will establish engineering standards and best practices for the program, lead technical reviews to assess design progress, and ensure integration of all system components. This person will analyze system performance metrics and recommend improvements, manage technical risks throughout the system lifecycle, and collaborate with program management to align technical solutions with program objectives. This person will mentor junior engineers and foster knowledge sharing across engineering disciplines.

• SECRET Security Clearance Required
• CSSLP, GCLD, or GSEC certification (for Junior/Journeyman levels)
• FITSP-D, GCSA, GISF, or SSCP certification (for Senior level)
• We are actively seeking multiple levels:
  • Junior: 0 - 3 years of experience + Bachelor's Degree
  • Journeyman: 4 - 7 years of experience + Bachelor's Degree
  • Senior: 8+ years of experience + Bachelor's Degree
• Good communication skills, self-starter mindset.
• Professional proficiency in English is required.
• Demonstrated proficiency in using all Microsoft Office applications.
• Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Avalore will not sponsor applicants for work visas for this position.

Work Environment:

• Moderate noise (i.e.business office with computers,phoneand printers) and /or occasional Loud noise (airfield, large equipment).

• Ability to sit at a computer terminal for an extended period of time.

Physical Demands:

• While performing the responsibilities of the job, the employeeis required tosit, stand, talk, andhear.

• Employee isoften required to sit and use their hands and fingers tooperatea computer.

• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Travel:

• Up to 10%/ Occasionaltravel.

Avalore will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants who are unable toutilizeour online application system due to a disability. Please send your request [e-mail].

Avalore is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Wenot discriminatebased on age, race, national or ethnic origin, gender,veteransstatus, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other legally protected class. Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws.

Eligibility requirements apply.

• Employer Contributions to Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Retirement Plan (401k, IRA) with a generous matching program
• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
• Short Term & Long Term Disability
• Training & Development
• Employee Assistance Program
• Salary at Avalore is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, the individual's particular combinaition of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements.
• Salary estimates for this job range from $97,000 - $181,000.