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Chief Engineer, Next Generation ISR

Costa Mesa, CA (OC-41)💼 Full-time💰 $191,000–$191,000🗓 2026-09-10 → 2026-09-26

Core

Lead technical execution and multi-disciplinary engineering teams to design, build, and flight test revolutionary low-observable ISR and strike aircraft concepts.

Role type

Senior IC Chief Engineer (Aerospace/Defense)

Builds

Revolutionary airborne systems (ISR/strike platforms) for U.S. and allied military

Domain

Defense / Aerospace / Low-Observable Aircraft

Deliverable

production ML models | product features | physical/clinical work

Required skills

Chief Engineer leadership, multi-disciplinary aircraft design (aerodynamics, structures, GNC, propulsion), system integration, flight test management, root cause analysis, production readiness (DFM/DFA)

Preferred skills

Developmental flight test planning, UAS prototype build leadership (Group 3+), DARPA/AFRL experience, Skunk Works/Phantom Works background, additive manufacturing, composites

Technologies

Lattice OS, SIL/HIL integration, advanced composites, automated assembly

Responsibilities

Own technical baseline and lead multi-disciplinary teams through detailed design and integration; Coordinate prototype fabrication and resolve engineering challenges; Lead comprehensive test programs including ground test and flight test; Guide critical design trades and sub-system optimization; Serve as technical authority for system safety and airworthiness; Drive root cause analysis for integration issues; Partner with manufacturing for production transition

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC

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