Engineering Branch Chief

Camp HM Smith, HI, USA

Full-time

Clearance Requirement:
Top Secret/SCI

Compensation: USD 160283 - USD 212267 - yearly

Founded in 1989 and headquartered in Reston, Virginia, SOSi is a private defense and government solutions business specializing in advanced technology systems and mission support. Its capabilities include data science, software development, network engineering, intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (ISR), and logistics.

Lead the future of engineering excellence in the Pacific.

SOSi is seeking an accomplished Engineering Branch Chief to drive mission-critical engineering operations at Camp H.M. Smith in Honolulu. This high-impact leadership role oversees multidisciplinary teams, technical execution, and strategic initiatives supporting a vital government mission in a fast-paced defense environment.

• Develop and implement engineering policies, procedures, and quality assurance measures to ensure alignment with organizational goals and government/military standards.
• Establish long-term strategic plans for the engineering branch and ensure alignment with enterprise-wide objectives.
• Serve as the primary liaison between government/military USPACOM HQ customers and contractor engineering staff, ensuring seamless communication and alignment of technical objectives.
• Act as the senior representative for the engineering branch in cross-organizational and customer-facing engagements.
• Oversee the planning, communication, and execution of engineering tasks in accordance with government/military customer direction and timelines.
• Lead and manage a team of engineers and technical staff across multiple disciplines and time zones, providing clear direction, supervision, and support to achieve project and organizational objectives.
• Foster a culture of collaboration, innovation, and professional growth within the engineering branch.
• Ensure compliance with applicable regulations, standards, and best practices, including government policies, cybersecurity requirements, and industry benchmarks.
• Conduct periodic audits and reviews to validate adherence to policies and procedures.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to engineering staff, ensuring the development of technical expertise and leadership within the team.
• Facilitate training initiatives and professional development opportunities for engineering personnel.
• Support proposal development by providing technical input, cost estimates, and resource allocation plans.
• Collaborate with program management on budgeting, resource planning, and staffing requirements for engineering projects.
• Monitor project performance, risk, and schedule to ensure timely and cost-effective delivery of engineering solutions.
• Develop risk mitigation strategies and contingency plans for critical engineering challenges.
• Represent the engineering branch in reviews, audits, and briefings, ensuring accurate and effective communication of technical achievements and challenges.
• Provide authoritative input during program reviews, customer briefings, and strategic planning sessions.
• Evaluate engineering processes, workflows, and tools to identify areas for improvement and increased efficiency.
• Drive innovation and adoption of emerging technologies to enhance enterprise IT capabilities.
• Regularly interface with government/military customers to assess needs, expectations, and satisfaction with engineering services.
• Ensure engineering solutions are tailored to customer requirements and mission objectives.
• Compile and deliver comprehensive branch-level reports summarizing accomplishments, challenges, and resource needs to senior leadership.
• Ensure proper custody, accountability, and reporting of government-owned equipment and assets…