Chief Engineer, Autonomous Defense Platforms
Forterra, Inc.
A leading defense technology firm in Arlington, VA, seeks a Chief Engineer to lead technical execution for defense autonomy programs. The role requires strong leadership and technical judgment in systems integration and robotics. Responsibilities include overseeing software development lifecycle and delivering integrated vehicle systems. The ideal candidate has a bachelor's degree in engineering with at least 5 years of relevant experience. Competitive salary and benefits included, ensuring a comprehensive compensation package. #J-18808-Ljbffr
$254k - $336k
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$220k - $292k
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$175k - $235k
...is to build the foundational platforms that enable an intelligent ecosystem... ...effects through integrated autonomous networks reaching operational... .... We are seeking a Chief Engineer to direct technical execution for complex defense autonomyprograms within Emerging...PlatformFull timeTemporary workWork experience placementLocal area- ...Department Chief Engineer Why choose between doing meaningful work and having a fulfilling... ...as cybersecurity, healthcare, aviation, defense, and enterprise transformation. We're... ...and industry to ensure capabilities and platforms are strategically leveraged in the execution...PlatformWork experience placementInternshipWork at officeLocal area
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- ...Shield AI is a venture-backed defense technology company with the... ..., software, and systems engineering. A successful candidate will... ...autonomy solutions onto unmanned platforms, preparing systems for... ...and deployment, ensuring that autonomous systems function reliably and...PlatformFull timeTemporary workPart timeWork experience placementWork at officeWorldwide
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$150k - $200k
...customer-obsessed non-traditional defense tech company dedicated to... .... We are a leader in autonomous data fusion and Agentic AI,... ...on Distributed Data Systems, Platforms at Scale, and Complex Application... ...the practical needs of ML engineers building and deploying models...PlatformLive inRemote workFlexible hours- ...Chief Data Engineer Position: Chief Data Engineer Work Location: McLean, VA Security Clearance... ...Company Overview: Cornerstone Defense is the Employer of Choice within the Intelligence... .... Experience with data processing platforms such as Hadoop, Spark, and cloud...Platform
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$180.59k - $270.89k
...is seeking a Senior Staff Operations Analyst to optimize autonomous aircraft mission effectiveness in contested environments.... ..., and analysis of aircraft systems and collaborating with engineering and defense stakeholders. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years...$220k - $250k
...the recipient of the Best Workplace in Defense Award by Emergent Magazine, an honor that... ...are a principal-level enterprise network engineering subject matter expert with deep... ...transport, security, and network infrastructure platforms. You have experience across both WAN...PlatformFor contractors$163.67k
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...technology and ingenuity for clients across defense, national security, public safety,... ...skilled and hands-on Principal Cyber Defense Engineer to join our team. This role will focus... ...), Cloud Native Application Protection Platform (CNAPP) Proficiency in scripting and automation...PlatformLive inWork at officeLocal area$135.2k - $278.5k
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$210k - $310k
...Vision product lines. Job Description The Chief Engineering Sr Director leads and develops a team... ...of Hivemind across multiple customer platforms. Chief Engineers serve as the primary engineering... ...systems (autonomy, aerospace, defense, distributed software, or similar domains...PlatformFull timeTemporary workPart time- ...Chief Engineer For Heits Contract The Digital Modernization Sector at Leidos currently has... ...technologies and processes to enhance enterprise defenses. Other duties as assigned. Basic... ...User Activity Monitoring products and platforms Experience with Everfox High Speed...PlatformContract workRemote workMonday to Friday
$120k - $250k
...specially selected team of scientists, engineers, and software developers to deliver best... ...are seeking an experienced and talented Chief Engineer to lead our efforts in developing... ...Familiarity with cloud computing platforms and infrastructure is nice to have...PlatformFull time- ...experience delivering AI and data platforms in complex, high-stakes... ...and scale, from modern data engineering through production AI-powered... ...clarity Partner directly with the Chief Technology Officer to... ...deployments Active U.S. Department of Defense security clearance...PlatformContract workLocal areaRemote work
$51 - $60 per hour
...Job Title Chief Operating Engineer Job Description Summary POSITION SUMMARY Chief Engineer is responsible for the effective daily... ...in alignment with the management team, the C&W engineering platform, and client expectations. The Chief Engineer will perform at...PlatformMinimum wageFor contractorsWork experience placementWork at officeLocal areaFlexible hoursShift work$51 - $60 per hour
...Job Title: Chief Operating Engineer Chief Engineer is responsible for the effective daily leadership of the engineering staff, managing the engineering... ...in alignment with the management team, the C&W engineering platform, and client expectations. The Chief Engineer will perform...PlatformHourly payFor contractorsWork experience placementWork at officeLocal areaFlexible hoursShift work- ...as cybersecurity, healthcare, aviation, defense, and enterprise transformation. We're making... ...level Cybersecurity Assessment Engineer to lead the department's contributions across... ...Information and Event Management (SIEM) platforms (Splunk, QRadar, Tenable products, etc.)...PlatformFor contractorsWork experience placementInternshipLocal area
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$210k - $310k
...Shield AI in Washington, DC, is seeking a Chief Engineering Sr Director to lead and develop a team of Chief Engineers, ensuring technical execution and delivery across Hivemind platforms. The role involves managing cross-functional dependencies and driving integration...Platform$154.05k - $278.48k
...Modernization Sector at Leidos is seeking a Chief Engineer to support the Homeland Security (DHS)... ...and best practices. Knowledge of defense‑in‑depth principles, network/HW/SW security... ...User Activity Monitoring products and platforms. Experience with the Everfox High Speed...PlatformRemote workMonday to Friday
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