Scaled Hypersonics Chief Engineer — Lead Systems & Production

Leidos Inc; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 154,000 - 278,000; Full time

Job summary

Leidos in Huntsville, Alabama seeks a Scaled Hypersonics Chief Engineer to lead the technical execution of scaling hypersonic vehicle designs across development, test, production and sustainment. You will guide multiple product lines with a systems-minded leadership approach and set engineering standards.

You will mentor engineers, balance near-term production needs with long-term technology advancement, and communicate progress to senior leadership and government stakeholders in a fast-paced

Qualifications

• B.S. in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering or equivalent from ABET-accredited university.
• 15+ years of applicable experience in design and/or analysis of mechanical systems.
• Mission-focused; ready to contribute to a high-performing team.

Responsibilities

• Lead your technical team to design a product that conforms to requirements, on schedule, within budget.
• Serve as the program's technical lead for engineering execution, system performance, and compliance with requirements across multiple product lifecycle stages.
• Communicate technical progress, challenges, and opportunities to senior leadership and government stakeholders.
• Provide technical direction and oversight to subsystem leads, IPTs, and specialty engineering disciplines to ensure design maturity, integration, and risk mitigation.
• Mentor and develop technical staff, fostering a culture of innovation, rigor, and collaboration across the engineering organization.

Skills

15+ years experience

Systems engineering leadership

Mentoring staff

Communication with leadership

Education

ABET-accredited B.S. in Mechanical/Aerospace Engineering

Job description

Leidos in Huntsville, Alabama seeks a Scaled Hypersonics Chief Engineer to lead the technical execution of scaling hypersonic vehicle designs across development, test, production and sustainment. You will guide multiple product lines with a systems-minded leadership approach and set engineering standards.

You will mentor engineers, balance near-term production needs with long-term technology advancement, and communicate progress to senior leadership and government stakeholders in a fast-paced