Description

U.S. Citizenship is Required. Ability to qualify for a US Department of Defense security clearance required. Candidate must be SAP and SCI program eligible.

Toyon Research Corporation is an industry leader in the areas of complex space and missile systems analysis, aerothermodynamics, payload design and development, and ground and flight testing. Our Aerospace Systems Group provides innovative technical solutions to support aerospace programs for the Department of Defense (DoD) and their agencies. We are seeking a highly skilled systems engineer to provide end-to-end oversight of technical analysis, design, development, system integration, and performance analysis on assigned projects.

Responsibilities

Serve as primary technical liaison with clients, contractors, and government
Write technical proposals and reports
Deliver comprehensive technical briefings and progress updates to internal and external stakeholders
Lead cross-discipline technical teams in technology design, development, integration, and test
Work with Program Manager to define project objectives, timelines, and deliverables
Translate technical requirements into practical design solutions
Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to optimize system performance and reliability in operational environments
Provide technical recommendations to improve system effectiveness based on analytical insights
Mentor and guide engineering teams, fostering technical excellence and professional growth
Collaborate with R&D teams and external partners to integrate emerging technologies into larger system-of-systems projects

Requirements

Bachelor’s or advanced degree in Engineering or a related discipline
Minimum 15 years in aerospace or defense technology development, with 5+ years in a leadership role
Proficiency in system engineering in the area of strategic defense
Experience in the various elements of mechanical, electrical, and RF design and analysis
Knowledge of defense industry standards and compliance requirements

Preferred

Existing TS clearance
Master’s degree or Ph.D.

WE OFFER AN EXCEPTIONAL EMPLOYEE BENEFITS PACKAGE!

Competitive Industry Pay
100% Employer-Paid Medical Insurance Premium
HSA with Employer Contributions
Dental and Vision Coverage Options
Paid Holidays
Paid Vacation and Sick leave
Company Funded 401(k) and Profit Sharing Plans
Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
Life and Disability Insurance
Paid Parental Leave
Discretionary Bonus Eligibility

The annual pay range for the Chief Engineer, Advanced Systems position is $175,000 to $225,000.

The posted pay range values provide the candidate with guidance on annual base compensation for the position, at a full time level of effort, exclusive of overtime, bonus, and benefits-related compensation, over a range of qualifications that may fit hiring objectives. Toyon Research Corporation will consider the individual candidate’s education, work experience, applicable knowledge, skills and training, among other factors, when preparing an offer of employment.