Director of Engineering
Core
Lead operational transformation and rapid scale-up of the largest engineering division to deliver world-class 3D 360° radar systems for aviation, wind farms, and critical infrastructure.
Role type
Director of Engineering (Strategy & Operations)
Builds
3D 360° radar systems, embedded software, micro-Doppler AI, and signal processing solutions
Domain
Defense, Aviation, and Environmental Monitoring (Radar Systems)
Deliverable
production ML models | product features
Required skills
Engineering leadership, multi-disciplinary program management, budget management, systems engineering, talent acquisition, executive communication
Preferred skills
Scaling engineering organizations, RF expertise, AI/ML integration, academic partnership management
Technologies
Radar systems, RF, embedded software, micro-Doppler AI, signal processing
Responsibilities
Execute annual engineering business plan and manage R&D OPEX/CAPEX budgets; Co-own technology roadmap with CTO and scale engineering team from 100 to 200+ FTEs; Direct and empower heads of Software, Hardware, RF, System Engineering, and SVVT; Oversee multi-disciplinary programs ensuring cross-functional synergy; Build large-scale recruitment strategies and develop technical talent; Report division health and risks to the Board.
Seniority
Director, strategic leadership & operational execution
