Chief Engineer, Advanced Systems

U.S. Citizenship is Required. Ability to qualify for a US Department of Defense security clearance required. Candidate must be SAP and SCI program eligible.

Toyon Research Corporation is an industry leader in the areas of complex space and missile systems analysis, aerothermodynamics, payload design and development, and ground and flight testing. Our Aerospace Systems Group provides innovative technical solutions to support aerospace programs for the Department of Defense (DoD) and their agencies. We are seeking a highly skilled systems engineer to provide end-to-end oversight of technical analysis, design, development, system integration, and performance analysis on assigned projects.

Responsibilities

Serve as primary technical liaison with clients, contractors, and government

Write technical proposals and reports

Deliver comprehensive technical briefings and progress updates to internal and external stakeholders

Lead cross-discipline technical teams in technology design, development, integration, and test

Work with Program Manager to define project objectives, timelines, and deliverables

Translate technical requirements into practical design solutions

Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to optimize system performance and reliability in operational environments

Provide technical recommendations to improve system effectiveness based on analytical insights

Mentor and guide engineering teams, fostering technical excellence and professional growth

Collaborate with R&D teams and external partners to integrate emerging technologies into larger system-of-systems projects

Requirements

Bachelor’s or advanced degree in Engineering or a related discipline

Minimum 15 years in aerospace or defense technology development, with 5+ years in a leadership role

Proficiency in system engineering in the area of strategic defense

Experience in the various elements of mechanical, electrical, and RF design and analysis

Knowledge of defense industry standards and compliance requirements

Preferred

Existing TS clearance

Master’s degree or Ph.D.

WE OFFER AN EXCEPTIONAL EMPLOYEE BENEFITS PACKAGE!

Competitive Industry Pay

100% Employer-Paid Medical Insurance Premium

HSA with Employer Contributions

Dental and Vision Coverage Options

Paid Holidays

Paid Vacation and Sick leave

Company Funded 401(k) and Profit Sharing Plans

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

Life and Disability Insurance

Paid Parental Leave

Discretionary Bonus Eligibility

The annual pay range for the Chief Engineer, Advanced Systems position is $175,000 to $225,000.

The posted pay range values provide the candidate with guidance on annual base compensation for the position, at a full time level of effort, exclusive of overtime, bonus, and benefits-related compensation, over a range of qualifications that may fit hiring objectives. Toyon Research Corporation will consider the individual candidate’s education, work experience, applicable knowledge, skills and training, among other factors, when preparing an offer of employment.

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