Chief Engineer

We are a world-class team of professionals who deliver next generation technology and products in robotic and autonomous platforms, ground, soldier, and maritime systems in 50+ locations world-wide. Much of our work contributes to innovative research in the fields of sensor science, signal processing, data fusion, artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning (ML), and augmented reality (AR).

QinetiQ US’s dedicated experts in defense, aerospace, security, and related fields all work together to explore new ways of protecting the American Warfighter, Security Forces, and Allies. Being a part of QinetiQ US means being central to the safety and security of the world around us. Partnering with our customers, we help save lives; reduce risks to society; and maintain the global infrastructure on which we all depend.

Why Join QinetiQ US?

If you have the courage to take on a wide variety of complex challenges, then you will experience a unique working environment where innovative teams blend different perspectives, disciplines, and technologies to discover new ways of solving complex problems.  In our diverse and inclusive environment, you can be authentic, feel valued, be respected, and realize your full potential. QinetiQ US will support you with workplace flexibility, a commitment to the health and well-being of you and your family and provide opportunities to work with a purpose. We are committed to supporting your success in both your professional and personal lives.

QinetiQ is looking to hire a Chief Engineer to lead the development of new technologies aimed at advancing the capabilities of airborne C5ISR sensor systems. This position will initially support our generation high spectral fidelity airborne systems for commercial and defense applications.

• Lead the airborne C5ISR sensor systems cross-functional team of engineers through the full product life-cycle, to include:
  • System Architecture/Concept Design
  • Trade analyses of system components, EO/IR, hyperspectral, RF/EW sensors
  • Requirements definition and tracking
  • Stabilized multi mission payload design and integration to airborne platforms (fixed wing, rotary, UAV)
  • Field and flight testing, data collect, mission coordination and direction
  • Reliability, Maintainability and Failure analyses
  • System functionality, performance upgrades, and system transition to production.
• Apply innovative approaches to designing, integrating, testing, and producing complex engineering sensor systems
• Recommend future direction of projects to company leadership and deliver technical and program briefs to government and contractor personnel at all levels
• Work with customers, domestic and international strategic partners, on adaptation and integration of C5ISR multi mission payloads to airborne platforms, communication nodes and ground control systems.
• Work with Program Management and Senior Leadership to ensure the quality and overall performance of the engineering team and final product.
• Contribute to the preparation of proposals, business plans, proposal work statements and specifications, operating budgets, and financial terms/conditions of contracts.
• Participate in the development of new business opportunities and expansion of existing business opportunities.
• Provide mentorship and development to junior engineers and other technical personnel

• BS degree or equivalent experience in Systems Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering.
• 15+ years demonstrated experience in design, integration, and test of large C5ISR systems, specializing in EO-IR or hyperspectral sensors and systems airborne applications.
• 10+ years of experience leading multidisciplinary team of engineers in executing ISR and EO-IR based sensor systems projects
• Must possess strong written and oral communication skill and can interact with department heads ,managers and be the customer liaison
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Comprehensive computer knowledge and understanding of Microsoft Office programs including MS Project and SharePoint.
• Additional skills include the following: briefing skills, project management, organizational skills, and communication skills.

• MS degree or equivalent experience in Systems Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering.
• Hands on experience with at least one of the following:
  • Preferred - Confluence, JIRA, MS Project, MagicDraw or similar project management and system engineering tools, Windchill
  • Nice to have – Altium, SolidWorks, NV-IPM, Zemax, MathCAD
• Top Secret Clearance with SCI eligibility.

Accessibility/Accommodation:

If because of a medical condition or disability you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to staffing@us.QinetiQ.com or call (540) 658-2720 Opt. 4 and let us know the nature of your request and contact information.

QinetiQ US is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All Qualified Applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, age, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.