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.
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