Chief Engineer, Fury Advanced Development & Prototyping

Highlights

• Lead end-to-end build of first-article autonomous aircraft to flight-ready.
• Drive system integration, ground testing and final checkout for flight test.
• Architect technical vision for Air Dominance and Strike critical programs.

Ideal candidate

Hands-on builder-leader who thrives on the factory floor solving hard integration problems. Brings a skunk-works mindset, mentors small teams of doers, and cares about delivering flight-ready autonomous aircraft fast.

Requirements

• Proven track record leading hands-on build and integration of a new complex aircraft or aerospace vehicle
• Deep hands-on expertise in manufacturing and prototyping including composites, metallic structures, systems installation and vehicle assembly
• Demonstrated experience taking a vehicle from detailed design release through first-article build into successful test campaign
• Experience leading small agile multidisciplinary engineering and technician teams in rapid development environment
• Strong technical foundation in mechanical/aerospace structures and systems integration
• Expertise in Design for Manufacturing (DFM) and resolving real-time production issues
• Bachelor's degree in Aerospace, Mechanical, or Manufacturing Engineering or equivalent hands-on experience
• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. security clearance