Chief Engineer, Weapon System Integration (Defense Programs)

V2X; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

V2X is seeking a Product Line Chief Engineer in Indianapolis, Indiana, serving as the primary technical authority for defense programs. You will lead cross‑disciplinary teams to ensure delivery of compliant solutions and manage technical risks.

This role requires proven technical leadership in aerospace or DoD environments, effective communication with stakeholders, and a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering with significant experience. The role offers an opportunity to impact mission success in an innovative environment.

Qualifications

• Proven technical leadership of multi-disciplinary teams on complex DoD or aerospace programs.
• Experience with system architecture, design integration, requirements development, and risk management.
• Proficiency with DoD acquisition lifecycle, systems engineering V-model, and technical review process.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the technical authority and design owner for assigned programs.
• Lead cross-disciplinary technical teams across systems, software, hardware, cybersecurity, integration, and test.
• Identify, assess, and manage technical risks throughout the program lifecycle.

Skills

Technical leadership

System architecture

Requirements development

Risk management

Effective communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Master’s degree preferred

Job description

V2X is seeking a Product Line Chief Engineer in Indianapolis, Indiana, serving as the primary technical authority for defense programs. You will lead cross‑disciplinary teams to ensure delivery of compliant solutions and manage technical risks.

This role requires proven technical leadership in aerospace or DoD environments, effective communication with stakeholders, and a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering with significant experience. The role offers an opportunity to impact mission success in an innovative environment.