Radiance Technologies, a rapidly growing employee-owned company, is searching for talented scientists and engineers with interest in custom electronics development, microelectronics, and/or systems security development to join our Microelectronics Technology Operation (MTO). We are looking for individuals capable of out-of-the-box thinking, with an innovative mindset and the ability to work as part of multi-disciplinary engineering teams. MTO specializes in the development and analysis of protective technology capabilities and products, advancing the state-of-the-art for the Department of War in areas ranging from secure microelectronics packaging to board-level electronics development to system-level security for weapons systems and other high-value systems.
MTO is looking for a Chief Engineer to work at the portfolio level, providing significant engineering leadership to the Operation-at-large. The Chief Engineer must have demonstrated proficiency in a wide range of activities:
- contributing to MTO’s technology development roadmaps
- conceptualizing solutions to open-ended problems, decomposing said solution into implementable requirements, and conveying design intent to a broader team
- leading hands-on multi-disciplinary project execution teams building prototypes and products
- overseeing the establishment and/or maturation of tools, capabilities and systematic processes necessary to mature low-TRL prototypes into low- to mid-volume production products
- Mentor and develop technical staff, fostering a culture of innovation, rigor, and collaboration across the operation
- assisting MTO in the capture of both incremental and adjacent business through customer interactions, proposal development, and authoring enhanced whitepapers
The candidate must proficiently interact with a variety of personnel to succeed in this role:
MTO Operations Manager & Division Managers
MTO Project Leads, Engineers & Technicians
Customers
Technical Writers
SubContractors
Vendors
Work Location:
- Huntsville, AL: primarily at Radiance HQ, with regular visits to Redstone Arsenal as needed
- Up to 10% travel outside the Huntsville area
Required Qualifications:
- US citizenship with the ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance
- BS in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or relevant technical field with minimum 15 years of directly relevant engineering development experience
- Results oriented with demonstrated ability to evaluate and solve open-ended problems Demonstrated experience establishing, directing, and transitioning complex technology developments
- Hands-on working knowledge of a broad swath of disciplines necessary for prototype and product development – embedded software development, FPGA firmware development, mechanical development, electronics development, RF development, test and verification, qualification, and/or high-mix/low volume production
- Ability to quickly pivot focus between the big picture and low-level implementation details Proficiency in explaining complicated technical topics to both engineering teams and non-technical audiences
- Excel at communicating/coordinating with stakeholders and customers: oral, written, and formal presentations.
- Strong analytical, debugging, and troubleshooting skills
- Extensive organizational-level knowledge of engineering best practices (people, processes, and tools)
- Ability and willingness to mentor technical personnel
Desired Qualifications (some or all would be viewed positively)
- Master’s Degree or Ph.D. in a relevant technical field
- Active Top Security Clearance
- Advanced knowledge of embedded systems development Knowledge of advanced packaging for microelectronics (3DHI, RDL, silicon interposers, etc) and the DoD microelectronics supply chain
- Knowledge of various Weapons Systems architectures
- Expertise in Hardware Security / Vulnerability Research, including nation-state level reverse-engineering threat vectors
- Experience working with multiple Government agencies and such as Army CCDC, DARPA, AFRL, and NSA; experience working with the DoD Hardware Assurance and Anti-Tamper Communities
Radiance Technologies is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.
Skills Required
- U.S. citizenship
- Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance
- Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, aerospace engineering, mechanical engineering, or a relevant technical field
- At least 15 years of directly relevant engineering development experience
- Experience establishing, directing, and transitioning complex technology developments
- Working knowledge of embedded software, FPGA firmware, mechanical, electronics, RF, test and verification, qualification, and/or high-mix low-volume production
- Ability to solve open-ended problems and translate solutions into implementable requirements
- Ability to explain complex technical topics to technical and nontechnical audiences
- Strong stakeholder and customer communication, coordination, writing, and presentation skills
- Strong analytical, debugging, and troubleshooting skills
- Organizational knowledge of engineering best practices, people, processes, and tools
- Ability and willingness to mentor technical personnel
- Master’s degree or Ph.D. in a relevant technical field
- Active Top Secret clearance
- Advanced embedded systems development knowledge
- Knowledge of advanced microelectronics packaging and the Department of Defense microelectronics supply chain
- Knowledge of weapons systems architectures
- Hardware security and vulnerability research expertise
- Experience with government agencies and Department of Defense hardware assurance or anti-tamper communities
Radiance Technologies Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Retirement Support — Retirement contributions are described as generous, combining ESOP ownership with 401(k) profit sharing to build long-term wealth. A defined vesting schedule and recurring contributions reinforce the reliability of this component.
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Healthcare Strength — Healthcare coverage is characterized as comprehensive, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and disability. Wellness features such as on-site fitness and structured programs further bolster perceived health support.
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Equity Value & Accessibility — Employee ownership via an ESOP is positioned as a meaningful wealth builder, with company stock value growth cited as an upside. Additional vehicles such as cash bonuses and synthetic appreciation rights add to perceived equity value.
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What We Do
Radiance Technologies, Inc. is an employee-owned small business prime contractor. Radiance leads the way in developing government and commercial customer-focused solutions. Leveraging its record of technical innovation and operational expertise, Radiance Technologies offers: • Cyber Solutions • Systems Engineering • Technology Development, Production, Testing, and Evaluation • Technology Application • Intelligence Community Support • Government Program Support The company’s 900+ employees in 15+ U.S. and international offices serve customers in the Department of Defense (DOD), National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA), the national intelligence community, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), other government organizations, and selected commercial customers. Radiance Technologies continues to attract and retain talented motivated employees by being an employee-owned company – founded with the idea of providing an environment, a benefits package, and a stock ownership plan that are second to none. For more information, visit www.radiancetech.com. Radiance Technologies, Inc. – Concepts to Capabilities®








