Director of Engineering, Rocket Motor Systems
Core
Strategic oversight and tactical management for engineering teams developing next-generation solid rocket motors for tactical applications.
Role type
Director of Engineering (Hardware/Defense)
Builds
High-volume solid rocket motors and tactical propulsion systems
Domain
Defense technology / Aerospace propulsion
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Engineering leadership, hardware product development, scaling manufacturing, engineering process optimization, quality assurance, configuration management, V&V strategies, team building, stakeholder management
Preferred skills
Solid rocket motor experience
Technologies
Advanced simulation software, novel test equipment, material characterization techniques
Responsibilities
Own tactical execution of product development, cultivate team culture, set goals and performance expectations, manage resource allocation, recruit and retain talent, align product roadmaps with business objectives, establish Design Engineering Center of Excellence, advocate for new tools and technologies, monitor KPIs, serve as escalation point for technical roadblocks, ensure quality of deliverables, capture institutional knowledge, communicate with executive leadership, build partnerships with Program/Technical Program Management, Manufacturing, and Supply Chain
Seniority
Director, strategic leadership & tactical execution