Vice President of Engineering

Apera; Rhode Island; On-site; USD 144,200 - 288,400; Full time

Job summary

A leading autonomous vehicle manufacturer in Rhode Island is seeking a Vice President of Engineering to lead a team of over 20 engineers across hardware and software. This role involves driving the scaling of the team from 50 to 270 engineers by 2027 while maintaining company culture. The ideal candidate will have an engineering background with strong autonomy experience in the defense and aerospace industry, providing a unique opportunity to make a significant impact from day one.

Qualifications

• Strong autonomy experience in defense and/or aerospace.
• Experience with high-integrity, high-stakes engineering environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of 20+ engineers across hardware and software.
• Drive scaling from 50 to 270 engineers by 2027.
• Maintain company culture while achieving growth goals.
• Operate in a fast-paced start-up environment.

Skills

Engineering background

Autonomy experience in defense/aerospace

Experience in high-integrity engineering

Job description

About the Company

Our client specializes in designing and manufacturing advanced Autonomous Vehicles that push the boundaries of defense technology. The Autonomous Vehicles integrate complex electro‑mechanical systems, high‑precision sensors, and cutting‑edge software to operate in challenging environments.

Position Overview

The Vice President of Engineering will be responsible for a team of 20+ engineers across both hardware and software. It will be essential for you to come from an engineering background with strong autonomy experience within the defense and/or aerospace industry. With huge ambitious plans to scale from 50 to 270 by 2027 this is a unique opportunity where you will be able to have a significant impact from day 1.

Responsibilities and Expectations

• Lead a team of 20+ engineers across hardware and software.
• Drive scaling from 50 to 270 engineers by 2027.
• Maintain the company culture while achieving growth goals.
• Operate in a fast‑paced, dynamic start‑up environment.

Qualifications

• Engineering background with strong autonomy experience within defense and/or aerospace.
• Experience with high‑integrity, high‑stakes engineering environments.

Seniority Level

• Director

Employment Type

• Full‑time

Industries

• Defense and Space Manufacturing

Location & Salary

Woonsocket, RI, United States $144,200.00 – $288,400.00 (1 week ago)

How to Apply

If your experience fits the above and you thrive in high‑integrity, high‑stakes engineering environments, please apply now with your latest resume!