Chief Engineer - Missionization and Sustainment; M&S Business Area

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Job Title: Chief Engineer, M&S Business Area –
* Sign on bonuses up to $15‑$25K*

Job Code: 41176

Job Location: Waco, Texas

Job Schedule: 9/80

The Business Area Chief Engineer for Miss ionization and Sustainment (M&S) Programs plays an essential role in overseeing and guiding the technical and engineering aspects of programs within the M&S business area. This role involves strategic planning and management to ensure that all Business Area Programs technical activities are to the highest standards. The Chief Engineer is responsible for leading cross‑functional teams, managing complex engineering challenges, and ensuring that all projects meet all requirements while optimizing performance and cost‑efficiency.

The Business Area Chief Engineer will lead, oversee, and direct all engineering activities related to all aircraft modifications and engineering activities within the business area. This includes, but is not limited to the cost, schedule, and technical management of multiple air vehicle modification and modernization programs, pursuits, and special projects. The Chief Engineer will collaborate with various departments, including program management, operations, and customer support, to ensure that modifications meet company standards, regulatory requirements, and customer specifications.

This position reports to the Director of Engineering for the Miss ionization & Modification Division within the ISR Sector.

• Develop and implement engineering strategies and roadmaps for aircraft modifications and non‑recurring engineering projects.
• Align engineering objectives with business goals and ensure effective communication of engineering strategies across the business area.
• Actively participate in strategic and business aspects of the MMG Engineering Division.
• Provide top‑level support for proposal generation, Earned Value Management, estimates‑to‑complete, high‑level customer interface, Business Area organizational development, strategic planning, product and technology roadmaps.

• Provide technical leadership and oversight for all modification and non‑recurring engineering projects, ensuring adherence to best practices, industry standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Review and approve engineering proposals, designs, modifications, and solutions to ensure technical feasibility and compliance.
• Lead and manage engineering projects from conception through execution, ensuring they are completed on time, within budget, and meeting all technical requirements.
• Coordinate with program managers and other stakeholders to define project requirements, scope, and deliverables.

• Build, mentor, and manage high‑performing engineering teams on Business Area Programs fostering a collaborative and innovative work environment that encourages continuous improvement and technical excellence through use of metrics.

• Serve as the primary technical point of contact for customers regarding modifications and engineering projects.
• Address customer requirements, provide technical solutions, and ensure customer satisfaction through effective communication and problem‑solving.
• Effectively communicate with internal & external customers and manage expectations.

• Ensure all engineering activities comply with relevant aviation regulations, industry standards, and internal policies and procedures.
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