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The Judge Group

Chief Engineer

The Judge Group, Simi Valley, California, United States, 93097

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Base pay range $200,000.00/yr - $240,000.00/yr

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This is a direct hire role that and 100% onsite role.

Responsibilities

Translating customer requirements into system architectures, specifications, and Interface Control Documents (ICDs). Skilled in requirements flow‑down, risk assessment, and configuration management.

Leading integration of new capabilities across avionics, sensors, RF data links, GPS navigation, and propulsion systems. Ensuring performance, schedule, and cost targets are met.

Experienced in project planning, resource estimation, and cost analysis. Contributor to successful proposal designs, technical responses, and Engineering Change Proposals (ECPs).

Partnering with electrical, software, mechanical, and systems engineers to define architectures and integration details. Coordinating with manufacturing, quality, supply chain, and senior leadership to align priorities.

Guiding engineering teams, developing talent, and fostering technical excellence. Proven ability to troubleshoot complex issues and drive resolution with subject matter experts.

Consulting with program managers and end customers to shape product requirements. Skilled in preparing and delivering technical briefings, design reviews, and proposal presentations.

Direct expertise in avionics, SIGINT technologies, EO/IR optics, RF communications, GPS systems (DGPS, SAASM, M‑Code), and propulsion systems. Familiar with OCONUS military operations and defense industry standards.

Industry Focus

Aerospace & Defense (UAVs, military aviation)

Aviation propulsion (internal combustion & electric motors)

OCONUS military operations

Education

Bachelor’s in STEM

Master’s in Mechanical, Aerospace, Electrical, or Systems Engineering (preferred)

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Engineering and Information Technology

Industries Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing

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Benefits Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

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