Chief Engineer, Rapid Reaction Portfolio

• Establish and maintain the area technical roadmap aligned to Rapid Reaction business AoP and pipeline; ensure reuse, cost reduction, and competitiveness across products.
• Partner with Program Management and Business Development on pursuits and capture activities (Initial Lead through Kickoff); provide or engage Solutions Architects for the portfolio.
• Coordinate pursuit strategy, set initial cost targets, and designate proposal volume leads.
• Coordinate the supply and delegation of technical authority (PCEs, project engineers, SMEs) to meet each program’s needs.
• Own the execution rigor framework for all programs in the area; ensure AoP targets are met/exceeded.
• Establish tailored, compliant, and efficient engineering processes aligned to area needs; represent Engineering at Business Reviews.
• Drive technically compliant and executable bids with known risks and opportunities; approve estimates within Delegation of Authority (DoA).
• Determine the Independent Review (IR) Chair for internal engineering gates; chair large internal design reviews and uphold proper SME review rigor across programs.
• Support critical customer meetings/reviews; serve as the primary customer interface for technical matters at the area level.
• Be accountable for ensuring Independent Research and Development (IR&D) meets the needs of the technical roadmap/AoP; drive Principle Investigators to manage technical execution of investment programs.
• Act as the primary technical POC to new customers and manage relationships with existing customers across the area.
• Provide the voice of the customer across programs to ensure solutions meet in‑scope requirements and expectations.

Minimum Qualifications: 

• 15+ years of experience leading complex systems engineering across programs—ideally in DoD or equivalent national security environments.
• Demonstrated experience providing technical briefs to subcontractors, executives, and customers.
• Proven background in complex systems integration, verification, and validation (lab and field).
• Experience planning, managing, and leading execution of area‑level integration/IV&V activities, with an emphasis on reuse, modularity, and affordability.
• U.S. citizenship required.
• This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a Department of Defense (DoD) Secret Level security clearance

Preferred Qualifications (desire one or more additional experiences in the following):

• Experience leading cross‑product teams to resolve challenging technical problems in multi‑stakeholder environments.
• Experience in new business development for rapid prototype systems and transition to production.
• Full lifecycle proposal execution (competitive analysis → capture strategy → proposal delivery); approval within DoA.
• Expertise in Requirements Development & Management at portfolio scale.
• EVMS certification with strong cost/schedule management for multi‑program portfolios.
• Experience leading large, multi‑disciplinary engineering teams in Digital Engineering‑centric areas (MBSE, authoritative source of truth, model‑based verification).
• Direct technical expertise as Subject Matter Expert (SME) in any of the following Department of War (DoW) areas:
  • Offensive/Defensive UAS
  • Ground/Air Vehicle Autonomy
  • Weapon Systems Integration
  • C5ISR & Avionics
• Active and transferable U.S. Secret clearance (or higher).

Education / Certifications: 

• Bachelor’s degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM).

At V2X, we are deeply committed to both equal employment opportunity, including protection for Veterans and individuals with disabilities, and fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. We ensure all individuals are treated with fairness, respect, and dignity, recognizing the strength that comes from a workforce rich in diverse experiences, perspectives, and skills. This commitment, aligned with our core Vision and Values of Integrity, Respect, and Responsibility, allows us to leverage differences, encourage innovation, and expand our success in the global marketplace, ultimately enabling us to best serve our clients.

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