Independent Technical Authority, Aerospace Systems

Energy Jobline ZR

South Ogden (UT)

On-site

USD 180,000 - 240,000

Full time

14 days+

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Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Vacation

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Paid Sick Leave (PSL)

Holidays

Life insurance

Job summary

GMRE is seeking a Chief Engineer to serve as the independent enterprise and portfolio technical authority, ensuring airworthiness, safety, and engineering rigor across current and future programs. The role reports to senior leadership and collaborates with the Director of Engineering to align technical capability with strategic growth in the DoD aviation sector.

The Chief Engineer provides objective assessments, mentors senior engineers, and drives evidence-based decision-making across programs,

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline is required.
Twenty or more years of progressively responsible aerospace/defense experience.
Five+ years in senior technical leadership as Chief Engineer or equivalent.
Experience leading major technical reviews and advising senior leadership.
Experience with DoD acquisition environments and safety-critical systems.

Responsibilities

Provide independent technical oversight across GMRE's program and technology portfolio.
Review significant technical decisions, risks, architectures, and readiness determinations.
Chair independent technical reviews and assess sufficient evidence.
Mentor Lead Systems Engineers and senior technical leaders.
Advise leadership on risks, capability gaps, and investments.
Promote cross-program lessons learned and reuse of proven approaches.