Chief Engineer, Defense R&D Leader — TS/SCI Eligible

RPMGlobal; Beavercreek (OH); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

DCS is seeking a Chief Engineer to lead the engineering efforts for a future PACAF R&D project, delivering warfighter-ready capabilities. The position is based in Beavercreek, OH, with travel to CONUS and OCONUS locations.

The ideal candidate holds a PhD in engineering, 20+ years in DoD, and experience with AFRL; leading 100+ staff, managing $100M+ budgets, and coordinating with AFLCMC toward full acquisition.

Qualifications

• PhD in engineering with 20+ years experience (DoD preferred).
• Must have and be able to maintain a Top Secret Clearance with SCI eligibility.
• Experience leading large R&D budgets and executive groups.

Responsibilities

• Lead engineering efforts for PACAF R&D program and deliver warfighter-ready capabilities.
• Provide technical review and guidance for R&D programs.
• Manage a portfolio and business operations of a large R&D organization.
• Coordinate with AFLCMC to move projects toward full acquisition.
• Participate in an Executive Group as a senior leader.

Skills

Executive leadership

R&D portfolio management

Budget management

DoD programs experience

C5ISRT knowledge

ACE knowledge

Education

MS/PhD in engineering

Job description

DCS is seeking a Chief Engineer to lead the engineering efforts for a future PACAF R&D project, delivering warfighter-ready capabilities. The position is based in Beavercreek, OH, with travel to CONUS and OCONUS locations.

The ideal candidate holds a PhD in engineering, 20+ years in DoD, and experience with AFRL; leading 100+ staff, managing $100M+ budgets, and coordinating with AFLCMC toward full acquisition.