Head of Unmanned Aircraft Engineering

Kratos Defense and Security Solutions; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 185,000 - 225,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision insurance

401(k) savings plan

Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)

Paid time-off (PTO)

Job summary

Kratos Defense and Security Solutions is seeking a Chief Engineer for Aircraft Development in Sacramento, CA. The role leads technical vision and engineering strategy for a next-generation unmanned aircraft program. Excellent engineering experience and strong technical knowledge of aircraft systems are required.

The ideal candidate possesses a Bachelor's degree and at least 20 years of relevant experience in aerospace or aviation, along with a secret level U.S. security clearance.

Qualifications

• 20+ years of relevant technical experience with engineering and project leadership.
• Experience in aircraft development programs.
• Secret level U.S. security clearance required.

Responsibilities

• Lead the engineering strategy for unmanned aircraft systems.
• Define and maintain the technical baseline and architecture.
• Manage technical risks and resolve engineering issues.

Skills

Engineering and project management experience

Technical knowledge of aircraft systems

Knowledge of military operations

Communication and relationship skills

Proficiency with MS Office products

Compliance with ISO/AS9100 elements

Technical writing skills

Customer satisfaction focus

Education

Bachelor's degree in applicable engineering, technical, or science discipline

Master's degree in aerospace, mechanical, or electrical engineering

Tools

CAMEO for model-based systems engineering

AFSIM for operational analysis

CATIA for reviewing CAD models

Job description

Kratos Defense and Security Solutions is seeking a Chief Engineer for Aircraft Development in Sacramento, CA. The role leads technical vision and engineering strategy for a next-generation unmanned aircraft program. Excellent engineering experience and strong technical knowledge of aircraft systems are required.

The ideal candidate possesses a Bachelor's degree and at least 20 years of relevant experience in aerospace or aviation, along with a secret level U.S. security clearance.