Chief Systems Engineer: Architecture, Risk & Mentorship

Avalore, LLC

Arlington (VA)

Hybrid

USD 97,000 - 181,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Health Care Plan
401k with matching
Life Insurance
Paid Time Off
Disability insurance
Training & Development
Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Avalore is seeking a Chief Engineer to lead systems engineering and design for the WDP System. You will establish the System Engineering Plan, coordinate between engineering teams, translate customer requirements, and represent the engineering team in the ECB to milestone decisions.

You will mentor junior engineers, drive engineering standards, and manage technical risks across the lifecycle. Security clearance and US work authorization are required.

Qualifications

  • US work authorization required; sponsorship not offered.
  • Bachelor's degree required for all levels.
  • Clear communication and self-starting mindset essential.
  • Experience with system engineering and design workflows is a plus.

Responsibilities

  • Oversee systems engineering and design activities for the WDP System.
  • Prepare and execute the System Engineering Plan (SEP).
  • Coordinate between engineering teams and translate customer requirements.
  • Represent engineering in the Engineering Control Board to support milestones.
  • Mentor junior engineers and share knowledge across disciplines.

Skills

Communication skills
Self-starter
English proficiency
MS Office proficiency
US work authorization

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

CSSLP
GCLD
GSEC
FITSP-D
GCSA
GISF
SSCP

Job description

Avalore is seeking a Chief Engineer to lead systems engineering and design for the WDP System. You will establish the System Engineering Plan, coordinate between engineering teams, translate customer requirements, and represent the engineering team in the ECB to milestone decisions.

You will mentor junior engineers, drive engineering standards, and manage technical risks across the lifecycle. Security clearance and US work authorization are required.

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