Chief Engineer, Ground Maneuver
Core
Lead the architecture and delivery of a vehicle-to-mission interface layer that abstracts power, data, networking, and control into a common environment for mission kits.
Role type
Chief Engineer, Ground Maneuver (System Architecture & Product Delivery)
Builds
Vehicle-to-mission interface layer, compute modules, firmware layers, software layers for B-kits, plug-and-play mission kit framework
Domain
Defense technology, autonomous ground vehicles, embedded systems, vehicle electrical systems
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | infrastructure
Required skills
Complex system architecture and integration, Vehicle electrical and power systems (12-28V), Embedded systems and ruggedized compute platforms, Safety-critical frameworks (hazard analysis, safety case), Fault isolation and fail-safe design, Cross-functional engineering leadership, OEM and mission partner collaboration
Preferred skills
Data-driven decision making, JIRA and Confluence proficiency, Land-based systems experience (DoW), Active Secret Clearance
Technologies
Lattice OS, 12-28V architecture, Safety-critical frameworks
Responsibilities
Own end-to-end architecture of the vehicle to mission interface layer, Define standardized APIs, data models, and ICDs, Architect managed power and compute systems, Build the plug-and-play mission kit framework, Lead cross-functional engineering execution from concept through production, Partner with OEMs and mission partners to drive platform adoption
Seniority
Executive/Principal, hands-on IC with strategic leadership