Bachelor's degree in engineering or a related field; advanced degree preferred.
10+ years of experience in engineering leadership roles.
Active Secret Clearance is required with ability to obtain and maintain a Top-Secret security clearance.
Proven track record of driving process rigor in cross-functional high performing engineering teams.
Excellent leadership and communication skills.
15+ years of related experience
Experience with AS9100 and ISO14001 standards.
Experience leading the development and manufacturing of flight and safety-critical hardware products.
Experience developing and executing highly compelling IR&D programs.
Demonstrated experience in creating and sustaining new hardware/software product business lines and familiarity with other markets.
Active Top-Secret clearance.
Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification.
**This Position is contingent on contract award.**
Schedule : M-F; 8-5
Work Location : Torch site, Huntsville, Alabama
Travel : 0-10%
Relocation Assistance Available : No
Position Contingent Upon Award of Contract : Yes
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Benefits
Applying to Torch Technologies:Only those candidates invited for an interview will be contacted. Employment at Torch Technologies is contingent upon the successful completion of a comprehensive background check.Health insuranceDental insuranceVision insurance401(k)Flexible schedule
Additional Information
Torch Technologies
Thank you for your interest in employment with Torch Technologies. We are a 100% employee-owned, Certified Great Place To Work and named Best Places to Work in Huntsville/Madison County, headquartered in Huntsville, AL. Our team provides superior research, development, and engineering services to the Federal Government and Department of War. As one of the nation's top 100 defense companies, the services we provide directly support the men and women who serve our country. Our corporate mission sums up the pride our employee-owners take in the work we do: "Lighting the Pathway of Freedom". And, as a Certified Evergreen ESOP, we have made the commitment to grow and sustain our company for the next 100 years! Come grow with us!
We are seeking an experienced Chief Engineer/Chief Architect to lead our Technology Development Engineering Divisions in delivering high-quality solutions. The successful candidate will have a strong technical background, excellent leadership skills, and a proven track record of driving process rigor in engineering, quality, safety, risk management, and top tech issues management.
As a Chief Engineer/Chief Architect , your duties will include the following, but are not limited to:
Develop and implement engineering processes and procedures to ensure compliance with industry standards and best practices
Lead cross-functional teams to design, develop, and deliver complex mechanical, electrical, optical hardware and AI/ML software solutions.
Coordinate with Technical Directors, Program Managers and Business Development Leads to oversee and execute the development of technical roadmaps and strategies to drive innovation and growth across the Business Unit.
Drive quality, safety, and environmental standards and compliance across the Business Unit and Business Group(s).
Identify and mitigate risks associated with engineering projects, oversee Change Boards, present status and recommendations at monthly reviews to include Government customers.
Collaborate with stakeholders to resolve top technical issues and drive continuous improvement