Chief Engineer & Technical Authority (Hybrid)

Air Force Research Laboratory; Dayton (OH); On-site; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Situational telework

Job summary

Air Force Research Laboratory is seeking a seasoned Chief Engineer to serve as the Technical Engineering Authority for the 711th Human Performance Wing. This role provides authoritative engineering guidance, shapes policy, and drives enterprise-wide engineering governance.

You will mentor staff, define engineering standards, and lead investigations to resolve complex cross-disciplinary challenges. Telework eligibility is situational; security clearance is required for this role.

Qualifications

• U.S. citizenship required and must obtain/maintain security clearance.
• Selective Service registration for males born after 12/31/1959.
• ABET-accredited engineering degree required; foreign degrees reviewed as needed.
• Drug testing designated position with random checks.
• Travel and/or additional duties may be required.
• One year of specialized experience at the next lower grade level or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the senior Technical Engineering Authority for the 711th HPW, guiding systems engineering and decision-making.
• Define and enforce engineering standards, processes, and best practices across the Wing.
• Resolve complex technical challenges to deliver high-confidence solutions to Air Force customers.
• Lead ETM process development, ensuring alignment with enterprise policy and standards.
• Hold OSS&E accountability for Wing systems and ensure safe, effective solutions.
• Mentor and develop future engineering leaders within the organization.

Skills

Systems engineering

Technical leadership

Mentorship

OSS&E awareness

Education

ABET-accredited engineering degree

Job description

Air Force Research Laboratory is seeking a seasoned Chief Engineer to serve as the Technical Engineering Authority for the 711th Human Performance Wing. This role provides authoritative engineering guidance, shapes policy, and drives enterprise-wide engineering governance.

You will mentor staff, define engineering standards, and lead investigations to resolve complex cross-disciplinary challenges. Telework eligibility is situational; security clearance is required for this role.