Chief of Engineering
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Sosi1 · Reston, VAPrepare for this interview
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About the role
Contingent Upon Contract Award SOS International LLC is seeking a Chief of Engineering who will provide senior‑level leadership, technical oversight, and strategic direction for all engineering, infrastructure, and technical‑systems functions that support the emergency‑response mission. This role ensures that SOSi engineering capabilities-including facility readiness, deployable systems, power and utilities, communications infrastructure, and specialized technical assets-are fully operational, compliant, and ready for rapid deployment during public health emergencies and disasters. The Chief of Engineering serves as the principal engineering advisor to the SOSi Program Manager (PM) and plays a critical role in supporting SOSi's national preparedness and response operations.
Responsibilities
- Leadership & Supervision: Supervises engineering personnel, including federal staff, contractors, and technical specialists. Fosters a culture of safety, innovation, accountability, and operational excellence. Provides mentorship and technical guidance to engineering and operations staff.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in electrical, mechanical, or civil engineering.
- 5 years of experience in engineering services supporting emergency response, deployable infrastructure, and power and mission critical systems.
- Experience supporting emergency response, deployable infrastructure, or mission‑critical systems.
- U.S. citizenship required.
- May have to obtain and maintain a Public Trust or Secret clearance (depending on customer).
- 10 years of experience and Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred.
- 7 years of specific experience supporting emergency response, deployable infrastructure, or mission‑critical systems.
- Master's degree in engineering, emergency management, public health, or related field is desirable.
- Familiarity with federal emergency‑response operations (HHS, FEMA, DoW, USACE, DHS) strongly preferred.
- Work Environment
- Travel, including deployment to emergency sites, is required.
- Position may require irregular hours during emergency activations
- Working at SOSi
- All interested individuals will receive consideration and will not be discriminated against for any reason.
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