Chief Engineer, Aerospace & Defense – Munitions & Systems
Divergent
Los Angeles (CA)
On-site
USD 179,630 - 285,230
Full time
14 days+
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Benefits offered by this job
Comprehensive health and wellness benefits
Paid vacation and parental leave
Learning and development reimbursement
Job summary
An aerospace and defense technology leader in Los Angeles is seeking a Chief Engineer for Product Engineering. This role focuses on developing next-generation munitions architectures and leading technical design efforts. Candidates should possess a bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering, 8+ years of relevant experience, and be U.S. citizens eligible for DoD security clearance. The position offers competitive compensation ranging from $179,630 to $285,230 annually, alongside a comprehensive wellness package and opportunities for professional development.
Qualifications
Minimum 8 years of experience in a relevant technical discipline.
U.S. citizenship and eligibility for DoD security clearance.
Demonstrated excellence in cross-functional collaboration.
Responsibilities
Serve as technical lead and design authority for systems.
Define and validate system requirements with stakeholders.
Guide the system design review process and establish standards.
Skills
Systems thinking
Excellent communication skills
Requirements decomposition
Structural design and analysis
Proficiency with CAD software
Education
Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering
Tools
CAD software
PLM systems
Finite element analysis
Job description
An aerospace and defense technology leader in Los Angeles is seeking a Chief Engineer for Product Engineering. This role focuses on developing next-generation munitions architectures and leading technical design efforts. Candidates should possess a bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering, 8+ years of relevant experience, and be U.S. citizens eligible for DoD security clearance. The position offers competitive compensation ranging from $179,630 to $285,230 annually, alongside a comprehensive wellness package and opportunities for professional development.