Senior Chief Engineer - Digital Engineering & MBSE Leader

Jobtailor

Alabama

On-site

USD 140,000 - 200,000

Full time

3 days ago

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Job summary

Jobtailor seeks a Senior Technical Leader to guide enterprise technology vision across DoD programs, with emphasis on MBSE, Digital Engineering, DevSecOps and AI/ML integration. You will drive a multi-year strategy, mentor staff, and align technical roadmaps with business needs.

Responsibilities include leading R&D initiatives, partnering with leadership and DoD stakeholders, and ensuring engineering standards. The role requires a DoD clearance and proven transformation leadership.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in a STEM field from an accredited university.
15+ years in engineering with 5+ years in senior strategic or architectural leadership.
At least 3 years coordinating planning with Government senior leadership.
Proven multi-year technology strategy and roadmap experience for large enterprises.
DoD acquisition processes and MBSE/DevSecOps/AI integration experience.
Active DoD Secret Security Clearance.
Digital Engineering transformation leadership, incl. digital twins or simulation-based methods.
Innovation leadership and R&D project delivery from concept to implementation.
Experience in full systems life cycle, strategic planning, and project management.
Experience mentoring employees to drive value and improvement.

Responsibilities

Serve as the principal technical authority and visionary leader for the IRES contract.
Develop and maintain the enterprise long-term technology vision and strategic roadmap.
Lead R&D initiatives involving Digital Engineering, MBSE, DevSecOps, and AI/ML integration.
Partner with business development on major strategic pursuits.
Provide technical leadership and translate complex capabilities into value propositions for sales and customers.
Define and govern engineering and architectural standards.
Advise senior leadership and government stakeholders on technical and strategic implications.
Drive innovation and experimentation to solve complex challenges.
Mentor senior engineering staff and champion professional development and technical career progression.
Foster partnerships with vendors, academic institutions, and DoD organizations.
Integrate activities across the department and contract, leveraging MDA relationships.
Lead integration of systems engineering principles and requirements into project management.
Resolve technical and organizational conflicts.