Chief Engineer

Position Overview

Infinity Systems Engineering is seeking a dynamic and experienced Chief Engineer (CE) to lead the execution of engineering efforts for the Space Systems and Hardware Integration for Novel Space Experiments (SSHINE) program in Albuquerque, New Mexico, at Kirtland Air Force Base. The primary responsibilities of this role are ensuring customer technical success, managing engineering execution, ensuring compliance with customer requirements, leading assigned personnel, and advancing Infinity’s strategic objectives. As a key member of the Infinity team, this position will also serve as a primary technical leader for Infinity’s continued expansion in the growing Albuquerque aerospace and defense market.

This position is suited for mid- to advanced-career candidates and beyond.

*Please note, this position is contingent*

Primary Responsibilities

• Support cradle-to-grave mission, space, and ground system development for AFRL customer
• Work with customer and stakeholders to understand mission scenarios and requirements to drive mission success
• Develop and adapt program technical execution plans
• Provide technical guidance to multi-disciplined engineering team and drive the technical direction of multiple, independent missions to success
• Ensure discipline and rigor in the execution of multi-disciplined engineering processes while implementing best practices and lessons learned across customer missions
• Lead and mentor technical engineering teams to execute tasks, meet milestones, and deliver high-quality outcomes
• Prepare for, attend, and brief during technical execution and milestone meetings such as design reviews

• Assist with the hiring and retention of a skilled workforce capable of meeting the requirements of assigned work activities on varying programs
• Mentor, guide, and lead project technical teams, fostering a collaborative and results-driven environment by setting expectations, monitoring progress, and providing coaching and development opportunities
• Conduct regular performance reviews and provide constructive feedback to staff, assisting them with navigating through the Infinity Career Progression Framework

• Serve as the primary technical point of contact for clients, vendors, and internal stakeholders
• Ensure clear and continuous communication regarding project status, changes, and risk mitigation
• Provide inputs to program management team to support schedule development, updates and milestone schedule progress
• Forge positive relationships with customers, partners and employees; meet regularly with customers/stakeholders to formulate and review technical mission execution, task plans, and deliverables

• Ensure compliance with DoD regulations, standards, and security requirements
• Ensure compliance with Infinity engineering processes
• Manage quality control of contract deliverables as required per contract
• Ensure compliance with program schedules, budgets, and US Government requirements

• Perform risk analysis, including identifying and assessing project risks
• Develop and execute risk mitigation plans and management of risks on projects. Monitor potential issues and adjust project plans as necessary to avoid program execution disruption

• Manage GFE resources and schedules to ensure cross-program mission success
• Allocate resources effectively and track technical performance against established metrics

Minimum Qualifications

• Minimum of 10+ years of engineering experience preferably within the DoD industry
• Experience with DoD space missions and programs
• Demonstrated cradle-to-grave technical leadership of space programs
• Experience managing/leading engineering and technical personnel
• Strong engineering and organizational skills
• Excellent leadership and team-building abilities
• Problem-solving and critical-thinking capabilities
• Proficiency in common engineering and project organization toolsets (e.g., Cameo, Innoslate, Confluence, Jira, etc.)
• Experience with program risk, issue, and opportunity management
• Experience supporting business development initiatives, including developing technical and cost elements for submission to customers

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Air Force and Space Force missions and programs
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to conduct root cause analysis to identify failure causes and develop resolutions
• Experience with modeling and simulation frameworks
• Familiarity with Model Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) concepts and tools
• Excellent inter-personal and communication skills, ability to interact with a cross functional team and act as customer interface for technical aspects
  
• Professional engineering certification equivalent to Defense Acquisition Workforce Improvement Act Level 3 Systems Engineering Certification, or demonstration of continued education, preferred
  
  

Education/Experience 

Bachelor's degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) from a regionally accredited institution; Master's degree preferred

Clearance Requirement

Active Top Secret SCI

Work Environment/Physical Requirements

• Primarily office-based, with a standard workweek of Monday to Friday, that could include support outside of normal work week hours
• May involve technical work to be completed by CE on relevant Programs
• May involve occasional travel to client locations, project sites, or conferences
• Professional, fast-paced, and team-oriented environment
• Requires adherence to security protocols and DoD regulations
• Ability to sit for extended periods
• This is a full-time position, typically working 40+ hours per week. Some travel may be required to client locations, project sites, or conferences

EOE including disability/vet

To learn more about our company and benefits, please visit: Infinity Careers

Anticipated Close Date: 11/22/2024