Chief EngineerSME

BryceTech is seeking a subject matter expert with prior experience as a Chief Systems Engineer to support a major defense program focusing on Department of War (DoW) prototyping and experimentation efforts.  The ideal Chief Systems Engineer would have extensive experience supporting major technology programs (>$100 million) leading the design development and test of complex multi-domain systems. They must be skilled in enterprise architecture mission engineering and technical risk management.   

Key responsibilities include: 

• Technical Authority: Serve as the lead technical authority shaping and validating the end-to-end system and mission architectures

• Engineering Integration & Execution: Oversee the integration of prototype and experimentation efforts across a range of key technical domains including AI/ML cyber C5ISRT autonomy hypersonics and multi-domain operations

• Technical Risk Management: Identify assess and mitigate technical risks across the program lifecycle including design trades technology insertion and system vulnerabilities

• Mission Thread and Capability Alignment: Ensure that system designs fully support key mission threads CONOPS and joint operational requirements through rigorous systems engineering practice

• Stakeholder Engagement & Technical Leadership: Lead technical coordination across government industry and mission partners providing clear guidance decision support and strategic technical vision

Qualifications :

• MA/MS in engineering scientific or technical discipline that is related to PNT and/or C5ISRT.
• Active Top Secret Clearance with SCI eligibility (TS/SCI)
• 10 years experience as a Chief System Engineer (CSE) or a Deputy CSE for a major technology program (or portfolio of programs) valued at over $100M
• 8 years of experience operating in highly classified environments (SCI/SAP)
• 8 years experience in military tactics and technical methods including PNT and C5ISRT
• 5 years of experience overseeing technical requirements
• 5 years of experience in DoD acquisition including with DoD 5000 Agile Development and risk management processes
• Experience supporting DoW services at senior leadership levels preferably experience within Pentagon R&D or Acquisition
• Experience working within or supporting OUSW (R&E) Joint Staff or Service-level organizations
• Expert in systems engineering and program management focused on development testing and employing emerging technologies
• Strong background in systems engineering mission engineering or advanced technology development
• Exceptional leadership communication and stakeholder engagement skills

Additional Information :

Employment is contingent upon contract award.

BryceTech offers a full range of benefits including competitive salary a comprehensive health plan including dental and vision coverage company-paid life & disability insurance policies 401(k) plan with company match and an educational reimbursement program.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time