Chief Engineer - Battle Management

MORSE Corp; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 120,000 - 250,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Paid time off

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Job summary

MORSE Corp, located in Washington, DC, is seeking a Chief Engineer to spearhead the technical vision in their Battle Management division. This role involves managing teams and executing strategies to design and deliver mission-critical software applications enhancing situational awareness. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of experience in defense sectors and a master's degree or PhD in a relevant field. The compensation ranges from $120,000 to $250,000, along with competitive benefits including a bonus and open leave policy.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience leading technical teams in defense/aerospace.
• Hands-on experience with real-time distributed systems.
• Strong understanding of sensor fusion and mission planning.

Responsibilities

• Define technical vision and create roadmap for Battle Management systems.
• Lead Agile teams and manage program execution.
• Act as liaison with government customers.

Skills

Leadership in technical teams

Software development

Agile methodologies

Analytical problem-solving

Effective communication

Experience with command and control systems

Education

Master’s degree or PhD in relevant discipline

Job description

Overview

MORSE Corp is an employee-owned, small business based in Cambridge, MA, Arlington, VA, and Seattle, WA with a history of fielding cutting-edge technology. MORSE boasts a specially selected team of scientists, engineers, and software developers to deliver best-in-class technical solutions that solve difficult multidisciplinary problems faced by the US National Security Ecosystem.

Role Summary

As a Chief Engineer (CE) in our Battle Management division, you will spearhead the technical vision, guide teams, and work closely with customers to shape and execute program strategies. You will lead the design and development of mission-critical web and mobile applications that fuse complex data, enhance situational awareness, and accelerate the entire decision-making cycle from planning to execution.

Responsibilities

• Define and champion the technical vision for our Battle Management systems, creating a roadmap that integrates advanced software architecture, data fusion, and intelligent user interfaces.
• Lead Agile, multidisciplinary teams ranging from 5 to 50+ engineers across aerospace, software, mobile, human-computer interaction, and cloud disciplines.
• Lead technical strategy for the development of intuitive software applications that make complex data readily available and actionable for warfighters in high-stakes environments with effective user experiences (UX).
• Manage program execution, ensuring schedule and budget adherence, and oversee successful program delivery.
• Act as a primary technical liaison with government customers and industry partners, translating their strategic needs into actionable, cutting-edge R&D programs.
• Proactively identify and shape new opportunities, lead technical proposal efforts, and own the capture process to expand MORSE’s impact and portfolio in Battle Management, Command and Control (C2), and Mission Planning.

Requirements

• US Citizenship and ability to obtain and maintain a Security Clearance. Active Secret, TS/SCI preferred.
• A master’s degree or PhD in a relevant discipline (Systems Engineering, Computer Science, Aerospace Engineering, Physics) or equivalent experience.
• 10+ years of experience leading technical teams, with a proven track record of designing and delivering complex, software-intensive systems for the defense or aerospace industry.
• Deep, hands-on experience designing architectures for complex, real-time distributed systems such as Command and Control (C2), mission planning, or large-scale situational awareness platforms. Strong domain knowledge in sensor fusion, mission planning, electronic warfare, or air/space operations.
• Demonstrated understanding of underlying physical principles relevant to the domain (e.g., kinematics, sensor physics, RF propagation) and experience incorporating physical models into software systems.
• Proven leadership in modern software development, including service-oriented architectures, event-driven systems, and building applications for real-time data visualization.
• Proven leadership skills and track record of successfully managing high-performing technical teams.
• Proven experience in business development and program capture within the DoD or IC, including leading technical volumes for proposals and shaping customer requirements.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with the capacity to absorb complex technical information quickly.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present technical information clearly and persuasively to both technical and non-technical audiences.

Compensation & Benefits

Compensation: $120,000 USD - $250,000 USD.

Salary range is based on factors such as experience, education, skills, and location. Total compensation may include bonus, stock, 401(k) match, paid time off, medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. Employees receive 10 paid holidays per year and enjoy an open leave policy that allows paid sick or vacation days without a maximum limit, except it is not an unlimited policy.

Why Join Us

The team at MORSE takes pride in being a smart, collaborative group that focuses on long-term success with exceptionalism and delivering mission-critical impact to our customers.