Weapon System Integration (WSI) Chief Engineer - Senior Project Engineer

The Vertex Company; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in defense technology is seeking a Chief Engineer for their Weapon System Integration team in Indianapolis. The role focuses on project leadership in engineering efforts pertaining to airborne systems, collaborating closely with the Department of Defense and managing engineering processes. Qualified candidates should possess extensive experience in engineering project management and technical leadership, with opportunities for mentorship and stakeholder engagement in an innovative environment.

Benefits

Life insurance, AD&D, and disability benefits

Wellness programs

Paid time off, including holidays

Learning and Development resources

Employee assistance resources

Qualifications

• 14+ years of experience in engineering.
• PMP certification preferred.
• Aerospace/defense program leadership experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead technical and programmatic excellence in airborne systems development.
• Chair internal technical reviews and support configuration control.
• Mentor and support team members.

Skills

Project leadership

Earned Value Management

Production support

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Master’s degree in Engineering or MBA (preferred)

Job description

V2X is growing! V2X is looking for a Weapon System Integration (WSI) Chief Engineer - Senior Project Engineer to join our team!

V2X Overview : Working across the globe, V2X builds smart solutions designed to integrate physical and digital infrastructure from base to battlefield. With 120 years of successful mission support, we enhance security, streamline logistics, and improve readiness. Aligned around a shared purpose, our $ company, supported by 16,000 employees, collaborates closely with clients, both domestic and international, to solve complex challenges with integrity, respect, responsibility, and professionalism.

Project Engineering at V2X : Project Engineering is a specialized field within engineering that focuses on planning, managing, and executing projects. It combines technical expertise with project management skills to achieve project objectives effectively. Project Engineering demands a robust understanding of the project life cycle and its deliverables. Project engineers bring extensive experience in engineering project development and execution.

Role Overview : V2X is seeking a Project Engineer to serve as a Chief Engineer with a focus on production within our Weapon System Integration (WSI) Team in Indianapolis, Indiana. This leadership role drives technical and programmatic excellence in airborne systems development. The Chief Engineer will be part of a dynamic, multidisciplinary team, leading with vision and inspiring the team to surpass program objectives. This role demands a strong engineering development background and close collaboration across internal teams and Department of Defense (DoD) service areas, including the United States Army (USA), United States Air Force (USAF), United States Marine Corps (USMC), and United States Navy (USN). Additionally, the Chief Engineer will work closely with the Program Manager to address technical concerns, define objectives, and deliver compliant solutions to customers while fostering strong stakeholder relationships.

Key Responsibilities : As a Chief Engineer, you will :

• Lead and support technical and cost estimation efforts for Engineering Change Proposals (ECPs) and Configuration Management (CM) activities.
• Oversee engineering studies and participate in Technical Interchange Meetings (TIMs) with customers and subcontractors.
• Support the Risk and Opportunity Board for programs and represent Engineering on Failure Review Boards (FRBs).
• Advocate for the end-user perspective and act as the Voice of the Customer.
• Serve as the “Face of V2X” to senior technical customers for programs.
• Leverage the core production support team to quickly resolve production floor issues.
• Escalate issues and risks appropriately within the Program Office, WSI Chief Engineer, and Engineering management.
• Chair internal technical reviews (, Production Readiness Reviews [PRRs], FRBs, Consent to Ship [CTS] Reviews).
• Lead technical collaboration with internal and external customers to pursue new production and repair opportunities.
• Ensure adherence to contractual and internal technical / production processes.
• Guide technical solution development with emphasis on transition to production activities.
• Chair and provide technical direction to the Engineering Review Board (ERB) and support the Configuration Control Board (CCB) as the technical chair.
• Align program efforts WSI area product / technology strategies by actively collaborating with the WSI Chief Engineer.
• Work with Mission Assurance / Quality teams to resolve factory or vendor non-conformance issues.
• Support the Program Office in monthly program reviews.
• Oversee staff forecasting for programs.
• Mentor and support team members as needed.

Required Skills :

• Experience with internal engineering processes and managing projects.
• Project Engineer or Manager experience.
• Strong technical background with project leadership experience.
• Earned Value Management (EVM) experience in tracking and optimizing cost and schedule performance.
• Production and manufacturing support experience.

Desired Skills :

• Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification.
• Proven track record of delivering successful engineering projects.
• Eight (8) or more years of successful Department of Defense (DoD) program management or Integrated Product Team (IPT) leadership.
• Experience with DoD Internal Research and Development (IRAD), Customer Research and Development (CRAD), Technical Demonstration (TD), System Development and Demonstration (SDD) or Engineering, Manufacturing, & Development (EMD) Programs.
• Experience in DoD Production, Depot, Refurbishment, or Repair type programs.
• Expertise with weapon systems, special mission military platforms, architectures, capabilities, customers, and / or missions.
• Leadership experience on aerospace / defense programs, particularly for large prime contractors as a subcontractor.

Education Requirements :

• Bachelor’s degree in an Engineering field with 14+ years of experience.
• Master’s degree in Engineering or MBA preferred.

Benefits include the following :

• Life insurance, AD&D, and disability benefits
• Wellness programs
• Paid time off, including holidays
• Learning and Development resources
• Employee assistance resources

Pay and benefits are subject to change at any time and may be modified at the discretion of the company, consistent with the terms of any applicable compensation or benefit plans.

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