Deputy Chief Engineer, Tactical Effects

Highlights

• Lead system architecture upgrades for Ghost, Anvil, Bolt and Altius UAVs.
• Conceptualize clean-sheet small drones from sizing to prototyping.
• Lead vehicle data analysis to build predictive failure models.

What they offer

• Highly competitive equity grants

Ideal candidate

Hands-on systems builder who takes aircraft or robotics from clean-sheet concept to flying hardware. Organized, collaborative integrator who loves field testing and advancing defense autonomy.

Requirements

• 7-10 years of industry experience including system architecture
• Familiarity with systems, mechanical, electrical, software and control theory
• Demonstrated experience with conceptual design and vehicle system architecture
• Proven track record progressing from clean sheet design to functioning hardware
• Hands-on build and prototyping of complex robotic or aircraft systems
• Passion for systems development, integration, and testing
• Knowledge of electronics troubleshooting and basic test equipment
• Extremely organized and detail-oriented
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to travel as required for test planning and execution
• Must be able to obtain and hold a U.S. Top Secret security clearance