Systems Engineering Director: Digital Engineering & CI

Draper; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 200,000 - 353,000; Full time

Job summary

Draper in Cambridge, MA is seeking a senior engineering leader to direct a directorate of ~500 engineers responsible for System Concept Development, Architectures, and V&V, with emphasis on Digital Engineering and CI within the Vee model.

The Systems Engineering Director reports to the VP of Engineering, oversees 10–15 directors and lead engineers, and collaborates across programs to meet DoD and national security requirements.

Qualifications

• Requires 15+ years management experience within Engineering and familiarity with DoD program execution.
• Requires a Master’s Degree or higher in Engineering or other technical discipline or Business Administration with a demonstrated equivalent technical background.
• Applicants selected for this position will be required to obtain and maintain a U.S. Security Clearance.

Responsibilities

• Provide the vision and strategy to develop and maintain a high-performing organization.
• Partner with Engineering leadership and program office teams to ensure engineering and business objectives are achieved.
• Attract and retain high-potential employees to support the business; resolve resource / staffing issues.
• Identify and develop critical skills required to meet business objectives.
• Meet financial objectives (indirect expenses and labor utilization).

Skills

Program management

People leadership

Contract management

Communication skills

Travel readiness

Education

Master's Degree in Engineering or technical discipline or MBA

Job description

Draper in Cambridge, MA is seeking a senior engineering leader to direct a directorate of ~500 engineers responsible for System Concept Development, Architectures, and V&V, with emphasis on Digital Engineering and CI within the Vee model.

The Systems Engineering Director reports to the VP of Engineering, oversees 10–15 directors and lead engineers, and collaborates across programs to meet DoD and national security requirements.