Chief Engineer (Engineer Systems 5)

Requisition Number: 28569


Required Travel: 0 - 10%


Employment Type: Full Time/Salaried/Exempt


Anticipated Salary Range: $135,954.00 - $195,000.00


Security Clearance: Top Secret


Level of Experience: Senior

This opportunity resides with Global Security (GS). Mission Technologies' Global Security (GS) group comprises live, virtual, constructive (LVC) solutions; fleet sustainment; nuclear and environmental; and Australia business.

As a trusted partner to our military customers, HII designs, develops and operates the largest LVC enterprise that prepares warfighters for cross-domain battle. With advanced technologies to enable mission readiness, HII understands that preparation requires full coordination-not readiness in piece-parts.

For more than 40 years, the U.S. Navy has entrusted HII to maintain and modernize the vast majority of its fleet. With a holistic approach to life-cycle maritime defense systems-from small watercraft to submarines, surface combatants and aircraft carriers-HII ensures a high state of readiness.

HII supports the Department of Energy's national security mission through the management and operation of its sites, as well as the safe cleanup of legacy waste across the country. HII meets clients' toughest nuclear and environmental challenges.

Leadership Mindset at HII - Mission Technologies


Leadership at HII is a mindset, not a title. Through our Leadership Capability Framework, we define how every team member contributes to our mission and culture:

• Know & Grow Your People - Commit to learning and supporting team success.
• Build Relationships - Communicate openly, collaborate well, and build trust.
• Take Ownership - Deliver on commitments and take pride in your work.
• Customer First - Focus on the mission and those we serve.
• Shape the Future - Bring ideas, curiosity, and continuous improvement.
• Act with Urgency - Take initiative and follow through with purpose.

These capabilities guide how all employees contribute to our shared success across Mission Technologies.

Summary

HII Mission Technologies is seeking a highly accomplished Chief Engineer to support our Global Security Group within the Joint Force Integrated Solutions portfolio. This senior technical leader will guide advanced engineering efforts spanning solutions architecture, systems integration, and cutting edge Space-related research and development. The ideal candidate will design secure, scalable, and mission-ready systems while providing strategic technical leadership across multidisciplinary teams.
In this role, the Chief Engineer will support Space Systems Command (SSC), System Delta 81 (SYD 81), leading complex, multi year programs executed by a diverse, geographically distributed team. The successful candidate will bring exceptional leadership, deep expertise in Space systems, and a strong track record in delivering integrated technical solutions. Responsibilities include maturing prototypes, enhancing Space training and test infrastructures, and accelerating the development and deployment of innovative technologies that advance the government customer's mission. This position is based in Colorado Springs, CO.

What You Will Do

• Architect and implement secure solutions for classified and unclassified DoD environments
• Serve as technical lead and Solutions Architect to meet customer objectives on schedule and within budget
• Develop and maintain comprehensive systems architecture documentation
• Lead cross functional engineering teams across software, network, IT, cloud, and other applicable domains
• Ensure solutions align with NIST RMF and DoD accreditation requirements
• Design cloud ready and web-based architectures for on prem datacenters and major cloud providers (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud)
• Define and oversee API integration strategies (REST, SOAP, GraphQL, gRPC, WebSockets)
• Apply modular open systems approaches and microservices design principles
• Support internal R&D efforts to advance technical capabilities and prototype emerging technologies
• Present complex technical concepts to senior leadership and DoW stakeholders
• Lead and support proposal solutioning efforts for follow-on and related work
• Mentor junior engineers and promote engineering best practices

What You Must Have

• 15 years relevant experience with Bachelors in related field; 13 years relevant experience with Masters in related field; 10 years relevant experience with PhD or Juris Doctorate in related field; or High School Diploma or equivalent and 19 years relevant experience.
• 10-12 years of experience in systems engineering and architecture, preferably with Space-related training, test, or operations technologies
• Proven experience developing secure solutions for DoD customers
• Expertise in enterprise IT, network architecture, and cybersecurity
• Strong proficiency with NIST RMF and DoD accreditation processes
• Experience designing datacenter and cloud solutions (AWS, Azure, GCP)
• Deep understanding of API integration methodologies and protocols
• Experience with modular open systems and microservices architecture
• Demonstrated leadership of multidisciplinary engineering teams
• Familiarity with Agile systems engineering practices
• Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills, with the ability to communicate complex concepts to non technical audiences
• Active Top-Secret clearance with SCI eligibility (or ability to obtain/maintain)

Preferred Requirements

• Advanced degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field
• Experience implementing DevSecOps in DoD environments
• Experience in modeling, simulation, and live, virtual, constructive environments
• Knowledge of Zero Trust Architecture principles
• Familiarity with CMMC and/or JSIG requirements
• Experience with containerization and orchestration technologies
• Background in AI/ML integration
• Willingness and ability to travel as needed

The listed salary range for this role is intended as a good faith estimate based on the role's location, expectations, and responsibilities. When extending an offer, HII's Mission Technologies division takes a variety of factors into consideration which include, but are not limited to, the role's function and a candidate's education or training, work experience, and key skills.

Meet HII's Mission Technologies Division
Our team of more than 7,000 professionals worldwide delivers all-domain expertise and advanced technologies in service of mission partners across the globe. Mission Technologies is leading the next evolution of national defense - the data evolution - by accelerating a breadth of national security solutions for government and commercial customers. Our capabilities range from C5ISR, AI and Big Data, cyber operations and synthetic training environments to fleet sustainment, environmental remediation and the largest family of unmanned underwater vehicles in every class. Find the role that's right for you. Apply today. We look forward to meeting you.

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HII is more than a job - it's an opportunity to build a new future. We offer competitive benefits such as best-in-class medical, dental and vision plan choices; wellness resources; employee assistance programs; Savings Plan Options (401(k)); financial planning tools, life insurance; employee discounts; paid holidays and paid time off; tuition reimbursement; as well as early childhood and post-secondary education scholarships. Bonus/other non-recurrent compensation is occasionally offered for qualified positions, and if applicable to this role will be addressed by the recruiter at the screening phase of application.

Why HII
We build the world's most powerful, survivable naval ships and defense technology solutions that safeguard our seas, sky, land, space and cyber. Our workforce includes skilled tradespeople; artificial intelligence, machine learning (AI/ML) experts; engineers; technologists; scientists; logistics experts; and business administration professionals.

Recognized as one of America's top large company employers, we are a values and ethics driven organization that puts people's safety and well-being first. Regardless of your role or where you serve, at HII, you'll find a supportive and welcoming environment, competitive benefits, and valuable educational and training programs for continual career growth at every stage of your career.

Together we are working to ensure a future where everyone can be free and thrive.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, physical or mental disability, age, or veteran status or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law.

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