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Costa Mesa, CA, USA
220K-292K Annually
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220K-292K Annually
Expert/Leader
Aerospace • Artificial Intelligence • Hardware • Robotics • Security • Software • Defense
Lead the development of a new Army Smart Helmet combining multi-spectral sensors and ballistic protection. Oversee R&D, manufacturing, and support cross-functional teams to create a safe, advanced product for military use.
Top Skills: Ar/VrCadCeramic Armor TechnologiesComposite Armor TechnologiesFinite Element Analysis
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Arlington, VA, USA
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120K-250K Annually
Expert/Leader
120K-250K Annually
Expert/Leader
Aerospace • Artificial Intelligence • Computer Vision • Machine Learning • Natural Language Processing • Software • Defense
The Chief Engineer will set the technical vision for AI and machine learning programs, manage execution, and lead multi-disciplinary teams to deliver innovative solutions.
Top Skills: Agile MethodologiesArtificial IntelligenceCloud ComputingDecision SystemsDevOpsMachine LearningSoftware Development
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Victorville, CA, USA
222K-263K Annually
Senior level
222K-263K Annually
Senior level
Aerospace • Artificial Intelligence • Hardware • Robotics • Security • Software • Defense
The Deputy Chief Engineer of Test will lead development activities for UAS, focusing on aerodynamics, testing, and aircraft design, collaborating with teams to ensure compliance and performance evaluation.
Top Skills: C++GoJavaJavaScriptPython
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Irvine, CA, USA
129K-171K Annually
Mid level
129K-171K Annually
Mid level
Aerospace • Artificial Intelligence • Hardware • Robotics • Security • Software • Defense
The Program Chief Engineer will lead technical projects within Anduril's Air Defense team, engaging stakeholders, managing technical outcomes, and driving product development in autonomous systems.
Top Skills: AIComputer VisionConfluenceJIRARoboticsSensor FusionSoftware Development
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Seattle, WA, USA
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110K-220K Annually
Senior level
110K-220K Annually
Senior level
Aerospace • Artificial Intelligence • Computer Vision • Machine Learning • Natural Language Processing • Software • Defense
Lead software development for AI, ML, and decision systems, manage technical teams, and drive innovation for National Security solutions.
Top Skills: AgileArtificial IntelligenceCloud ComputingDevOpsMachine Learning
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Irvine, CA, USA
166K-220K Annually
Senior level
166K-220K Annually
Senior level
Aerospace • Artificial Intelligence • Hardware • Robotics • Security • Software • Defense
As a Senior Program Chief Engineer, you will lead the development of advanced military technology, engage with stakeholders, and oversee project execution in a fast-paced environment.
Top Skills: Autonomous SystemsComputer VisionRoboticsSensor IntegrationSoftware Development
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In-Office
Costa Mesa, CA, USA
191K-336K Annually
Expert/Leader
191K-336K Annually
Expert/Leader
Aerospace • Artificial Intelligence • Hardware • Robotics • Security • Software • Defense
The Chief Engineer will drive technical strategy, lead customer engagements, design solutions, and write code for the Lattice Mesh, ensuring mission success.
Top Skills: C++GoJavaJavaScriptPythonRust
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Washington, DC, USA
191K-336K Annually
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191K-336K Annually
Expert/Leader
Aerospace • Artificial Intelligence • Hardware • Robotics • Security • Software • Defense
The Chief Engineer will drive the design and delivery of edge data mesh solutions, working with customers to meet mission needs and integrating various systems across deployments.
Top Skills: C++GoJavaJavaScriptPythonRust
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In-Office
Seattle, WA, USA
191K-336K Annually
Expert/Leader
191K-336K Annually
Expert/Leader
Aerospace • Artificial Intelligence • Hardware • Robotics • Security • Software • Defense
As Chief Engineer, you will lead the design and delivery of the Lattice data mesh for mission-critical military systems, working directly with customers on integration and solutions.
Top Skills: C++GoJavaJavaScriptPythonRust
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In-Office
Seattle, WA, USA
191K-336K Annually
Senior level
191K-336K Annually
Senior level
Aerospace • Artificial Intelligence • Hardware • Robotics • Security • Software • Defense
Lead the development of Menace Mesh, manage technical vision, coordinate prototype release, and ensure high availability in distributed systems for military applications.
Top Skills: AWSAzureCloud-Native ArchitecturesContainerizationGCPOrchestration
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Hybrid
Hudson, NH, USA
147K-249K Annually
Expert/Leader
147K-249K Annually
Expert/Leader
Aerospace • Hardware • Information Technology • Security • Software • Cybersecurity • Defense
The Chief Engineer oversees engineering projects, providing technical leadership, managing requirements, and supporting development activities while ensuring customer satisfaction and operational efficiency.
Top Skills: System ArchitecturesSystems Engineering
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Cambridge, MA, USA
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120K-250K Annually
Expert/Leader
120K-250K Annually
Expert/Leader
Aerospace • Artificial Intelligence • Computer Vision • Machine Learning • Natural Language Processing • Software • Defense
Lead the development and deployment of software for AI and mission planning, managing teams and ensuring successful project execution.
Top Skills: AgileAICloud ComputingDevOpsMachine LearningSoftware Development
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Arlington, VA, USA
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110K-220K Annually
Senior level
110K-220K Annually
Senior level
Aerospace • Artificial Intelligence • Computer Vision • Machine Learning • Natural Language Processing • Software • Defense
The Deputy Chief Engineer will lead software development for AI, ML, and decision systems, managing teams and driving innovation in national security applications.
Top Skills: AgileAICloud ComputingDevOpsMlSoftware Development
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Hudson, NH, USA
150K-256K Annually
Expert/Leader
150K-256K Annually
Expert/Leader
Aerospace • Hardware • Information Technology • Security • Software • Cybersecurity • Defense
The Chief Engineer oversees complex system solutions, provides technical oversight, supports proposals, and manages risks in engineering projects.
Top Skills: System ArchitectureSystems Engineering
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Hybrid
Fort Worth, TX, USA
150K-256K Annually
Expert/Leader
150K-256K Annually
Expert/Leader
Aerospace • Hardware • Information Technology • Security • Software • Cybersecurity • Defense
The Program Engineering Manager leads engineering projects in aerospace defense, overseeing technical teams, managing budgets, ensuring compliance with standards, and interfacing with various stakeholders and customers.
Top Skills: Aircraft SystemsArmamentAvionicsDigital Engineering ToolsElectrical Systems
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New Orleans, LA, USA
165K-223K Annually
Senior level
165K-223K Annually
Senior level
Aerospace • Information Technology • Cybersecurity • Defense • Manufacturing
The SLS Associate Chief Engineer leads tooling development for the SLS program, ensuring safety, quality, and mentorship of engineers while solving complex engineering challenges.
Top Skills: Data ScienceEngineeringManufacturing TechnologyProject Management
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In-Office
Titusville, FL, USA
165K-223K Annually
Senior level
165K-223K Annually
Senior level
Aerospace • Information Technology • Cybersecurity • Defense • Manufacturing
Lead the engineering efforts for NASA's Space Launch System propulsion components, ensuring design integrity and safety while mentoring engineers.
Top Skills: AerospaceEngineeringPropulsion SystemsQuality Management
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In-Office
New Orleans, LA, USA
197K-267K Annually
Senior level
197K-267K Annually
Senior level
Aerospace • Information Technology • Cybersecurity • Defense • Manufacturing
Oversee and guide weld operations for NASA's Space Launch System, ensuring technical integrity and quality standards while mentoring engineers.
Top Skills: Engineering SoftwareFriction Stir WeldingFusion WeldingWelding Technology
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Costa Mesa, CA, USA
254K-336K Annually
Expert/Leader
254K-336K Annually
Expert/Leader
Aerospace • Artificial Intelligence • Hardware • Robotics • Security • Software • Defense
The Chief Engineer will lead technical developments for spacecraft missions, focusing on dynamic operations, ensuring effective integration and delivery of hardware and software solutions, and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team.
Top Skills: AIGevsGround SoftwareGuidance And Navigation SystemsHigh Dv Propulsion SystemsMil-Std-1540Optical SensorsSpacecraft Standards
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In-Office
2 Locations
155K-230K Annually
Senior level
155K-230K Annually
Senior level
Aerospace • Artificial Intelligence • Hardware • Machine Learning • Software • Defense • Manufacturing
The Deputy Chief Engineer will lead technical execution for a missile defense program, ensuring integrity in structural analysis and promoting cross-functional teamwork.
Top Skills: Aerospace Systems EngineeringConfiguration ManagementDigital Thread ConceptsFinite Element ModelingMbse EnvironmentsReduced-Order ModelingRequirements TraceabilityVerification Processes
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In-Office
2 Locations
215K-295K Annually
Expert/Leader
215K-295K Annually
Expert/Leader
Aerospace • Artificial Intelligence • Hardware • Machine Learning • Software • Defense • Manufacturing
Lead technical execution on missile defense programs, overseeing engineering performance, risk management, and system integration across multi-disciplinary teams.
Top Skills: Aerospace EngineeringMechanical EngineeringRoboticsSoftware EngineeringSystems Engineering
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Hybrid
Sterling, VA, USA
173K-294K Annually
Senior level
173K-294K Annually
Senior level
Aerospace • Hardware • Information Technology • Security • Software • Cybersecurity • Defense
The Chief Engineer will lead engineering efforts for Intelligence Solutions, managing teams, project execution, and technical solutions while ensuring customer satisfaction and innovation.
Top Skills: AgileCloud ArchitecturesEngineeringManaged ServicesSoftware DevelopmentSystem EngineeringUser Interface
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In-Office
Washington, DC, USA
191K-336K Annually
Expert/Leader
191K-336K Annually
Expert/Leader
Aerospace • Artificial Intelligence • Hardware • Robotics • Security • Software • Defense
Lead the engineering team in developing integrated command and control solutions for military applications, ensuring operational excellence and mentoring junior engineers.
Top Skills: AIC2 SystemsMesh NetworkingRoboticsSensor Networks
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In-Office
Costa Mesa, CA, USA
208K-290K Annually
Expert/Leader
208K-290K Annually
Expert/Leader
Aerospace • Artificial Intelligence • Hardware • Robotics • Security • Software • Defense
The Experimental Flight Test Engineer focuses on leading the developmental test of a revolutionary UAS, including planning, executing tests, and coordinating across engineering teams.
Top Skills: As5653C++GoJavaJavaScriptMil-Std-1553Mil-Std-1760Mil-Std-516CMil-Std-882EPython
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In-Office
Costa Mesa, CA, USA
146K-220K Annually
Senior level
146K-220K Annually
Senior level
Aerospace • Artificial Intelligence • Hardware • Robotics • Security • Software • Defense
Oversee UAV design, manage engineering projects, and develop system architectures for drone technology. Conduct testing and data analysis for performance optimization.
Top Skills: AIControl TheoryElectrical EngineeringLattice OsMechanical EngineeringRoboticsSoftware DevelopmentSystems EngineeringUav Technology
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