Sr Chief Engineer - Overhead Persistent Infrared; OPIR; Clearance Required

Sierra Space Careers :
Dare To Dream

We honor those that are not afraid to dream big dreams, those that tenaciously chase their dreams even when others say it cannot be done, those that achieve big dreams and change everything. Those are Dreams Worth Chasing.

At Sierra Space we envision a future where humanity lives and works in space, on moons, and on distant planets. Our mission isn't restricted to the few, instead we see a future where all people can choose to live, work, discover and explore beyond our planet. Our company is building a platform in space to benefit life on Earth and together we will alter the course of humanity.

We have a bold mission. We are a bold company. Together, we are an extraordinary team.

As Sr Chief Engineer, you will be using your skills and expertise to support the execution of the business unit strategy, and provide technical leadership, guidance, and oversight for our integrated plan for product development including overseeing activities throughout the product lifecycle from design concept phase to release. These cover a very wide range from state of the art mission payloads and electronic systems to highly integrated aircraft.

You will be responsible for overall technical direction within the business unit (BU) working closely with Chief Engineers to drive consistency of corporate strategy, guide the technical approach to programs, shape the direction of the BU engineering strategy, and assure customer satisfaction with the products and services provided. You'll be responsible for building and maintaining customer technical relationships with existing and new customers throughout Bid and Proposal (B&P), Research and Development (IR&D), and program execution phases.

Additionally, you'll support overall BU technical performance, guiding proposed technical approaches, providing technical oversight, organizing project specific issue resolution, and technical aspects of Business Development activities. The role will drive BU-level technical staffing requirements and identify capability gaps in program execution, along with supporting indirect budget and capital expenditure requirements development and execution.

Our mission is driven by the unwavering passion to push the boundaries of what is possible. We seek those who Dare to Dream to envision the extraordinary and pursue it relentlessly to join us on this transformational journey. We're looking for dreamers who align with our values, vision and audacious goals while also meeting the minimum qualifications below. The preferred qualifications are a bonus, not a requirement.

• Bachelors of Science degree in Engineering, Mathematics, Physics or a related field and typically 16 or more years of relevant technical experience
• Thorough knowledge and understanding of program management, aviation, aerospace & defense, and / or engineering programs
• Prior experience leading a team of Program Managers and the programs they are managing; ability to recruit employees; assign, direct, and evaluate their work; and oversee career development, succession planning, performance management, coaching, mentoring, as well as holding people accountable
• Extensive experience estimating engineering and production aerospace programs
• Experience directing the preparation of proposals, business plans, specifications, and approves basis of estimates and rough order of magnitudes for potential pursuits and ensuring all resources such as engineering, manpower, production and facilities are available to support the program
• Demonstrated working knowledge of managing the cost, schedule and technical performance requirements of multiple programs through all phases from inception to completion
• Proven track‑record developing, communicating and executing to meet financial forecasts
• Responsible for high‑level relationship management internally (executive leadership, peers, support functions, and subordinates) and external customers;
  Interact internally with leaders and customers on business matters and partners with functional leadership towards success and continuous improvement
• Responsible for customer…