Director of Advanced Design
Core
Oversee end-to-end conceptual design for Group 5 Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS) and advanced missile platforms, translating mission requirements into design concepts.
Role type
Director of Advanced Design (Aerospace Hardware)
Builds
Group 5 UAS and advanced missile platforms
Domain
Defense / Aerospace Hardware
Deliverable
product features
Required skills
Conceptual design, mission analysis, configuration trade studies, requirements development, architecture selection, technical leadership, system architecture, product lifecycle development
Preferred skills
Rapid prototyping, iterative development, advanced design tools, simulation, test equipment
Technologies
Lattice OS
Responsibilities
Direct end-to-end conceptual design process for UAV and missile platforms; Serve as technical expert for early-phase pursuits and customer proposals; Collaborate with stakeholders to align technical feasibility with mission needs; Support direct customer interactions to translate requirements into design concepts; Act as senior technical decision-maker to avoid development missteps; Partner with Chief Engineers to align execution with mission goals; Stay at forefront of emerging aerospace technologies and threats.
Seniority
Director, strategic leadership & hands-on technical decision-making
