Chief Engineer, Software

Mercer University; Warner Robins (GA); On-site; USD 180,000 - 270,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Retirement plan

Tuition reimbursement

Paid vacation

Sick leave

Holiday pay

Job summary

Mercer University’s Mercer Engineering Research Center (MERC) seeks a Chief Engineer, Software to lead software contracts across design, development, prototyping, production, and operations. You will mentor technical leads and contract personnel while coordinating with the technical director.

The role requires top-tier engineering credentials, DoD clearance eligibility, and extensive cross-disciplinary leadership in aerospace, software, and systems engineering. Location: Warner Robins, GA.

Qualifications

• US citizenship is required.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD security clearance.
• ABET-accredited undergraduate degree in software/CS/engineering with 13+ years related experience.
• Master’s degree with 12+ years relevant experience.
• PhD with 10+ years relevant experience.
• Experience leading diverse technical teams.
• Extensive experience in aerospace, electrical, software, environmental, biomedical, mechanical, or systems engineering.
• Knowledge of engineering principles: analysis, test, and design.
• Strong organizational and time management with attention to detail.
• Ability to bridge communication among engineering, service techs, BD, operations, and clients.
• Budgeting and cost management skills.
• Ability to draft reports on contracts, resource use, and quality.
• Technical acumen and troubleshooting across programs.
• Business development activities: customer interface, estimating, scheduling, proposals.
• Ability to take a concept to a working model.
• Knowledge of web applications, cybersecurity, CI/CD, and big data concepts.

Responsibilities

• Oversee execution of all contractual efforts including design, development, prototyping, production, and operation.
• Set example and mentor all technical leads and contract personnel.
• Perform duties under supervision of the technical director.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Collaboration

Time management

Education

ABET-accredited degree

Master's degree

PhD

Tools

CI/CD

Big data

Job description

Job Title:

Chief Engineer, Software

Department:

MERC

College/Division:

Mercer Engineering Research Center

Primary Job Posting Location:

Warner Robins, GA 31088-7810

Job Details:

Mercer Engineering Research Center (MERC), a research institute of Mercer University, provides high quality engineering, scientific, and technical support services to both government and private industry customers. MERC is currently recruiting for a Chief Engineer, Software for its Software and Cyber Directorate. The Chief Engineer will be responsible for the execution of all contractual efforts, including design, development, prototyping, production, operation, etc., as applicable. Sets the example for and advises/mentors all technical leads and contract personnel. Performs all duties and responsibilities under the supervision of the respective technical director.

Required Qualifications:

• US Citizenship


• Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Security Clearance


• Undergraduate degree in a relevant engineering field (e.g., Software Engineer, Computer Engineer, Computer Science) from an ABET accredited institution and 13 years of directly related technical experience or


• Master’s degree in same and 12 years of directly related technical experience or


• Ph.D. and 10 years of directly related technical experience


• Experience leading technical teams from a variety of different backgrounds and disciplines.


• Extensive experience in the designated industry including but not limited to: aerospace, electrical, software, environmental, biomedical, mechanical, and systems engineering


• Knowledge of engineering principles (e.g. analysis, test, and design)


• Exceptional organizational and time management skills with an obsessive attention to detail


• Able to collaborate and bridge the communication gap between the engineering team, service technicians, business development, operations staff, and clients


• Superior budgeting and cost management abilities, assessing estimated costs early in the program and bringing the actual costs within budget.


• Able to draft clear and comprehensive reports on assigned contracts, the use and allocation of resources, and the quality of each finished program


• Possess technical acumen and the ability to troubleshoot on a variety of programs


• Able to perform business development activities to include customer interface, estimating and scheduling, technical proposal development, and follow through


• Ability to take a concept from an idea to an actual working model


• knowledge of Web applications, cybersecurity, CI-CD, and big data concepts and technologies

Desired Qualifications:

• CompTIA Security Plus


• ISC^2 CSSLP

Final rank will be determined on the qualifications of the selected candidate.

Benefits of Working at MERC

MERC is a non-profit research institute of Mercer University, a private university founded in 1833. Established in 1987 in Warner Robins, GA, MERC employs more than 200 engineers, scientists, professors, and support staff, who provide sustainable research solutions to government agencies, the Department of Defense, and commercial customers around the world. Warner Robins and the middle GA area are located 90 miles south of Atlanta and within easy driving distance of both the beach and mountains. The area is known for its Southern-style music, food, and restaurants and has a rich cultural and art presence, along with excellent health care and schools. MERC offers a generous benefits package including health and dental insurance, retirement, tuition reimbursement, vacation/sick leave accrual, and holiday pay.

Why Work at Mercer University

Mercer University offers a variety of benefits for eligible employees including comprehensive health insurance (for self and dependents), generous retirement contributions , tuition waivers , paid vacation and sick leave , technology discounts, schedules that allow for work-life balance, and so much more!

At Mercer University, a Bear is more than a mascot: it’s a frame of mind that begins with a strong desire to make the most out of your career. Mercer Bears do not settle for mediocrity or the status quo. If you’re seeking an environment where your passion and determination are embraced, then you want to work at Mercer University.

For more information, please visit: https://hr.mercer.edu/prospective-employees/

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Job Family:

Staff MERC Exempt

EEO Statement:

EEO/Veteran/Disability