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Chief Engineer
The Chief Engineer (CE) leads, coordinates, and exercises technical program execution authority over Integrated Product Teams (IPTs) for planning, organizing, controlling, integration, execution of, and close out of engineering content on a variety of flight simulator programs. The position will work closely with senior level program engineering management. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Responsible for managing large, complex project initiatives of strategic importance to the organization, involving large cross-functional teams. The CE performs as the technical lead over the assigned engineering team on a program to include leading/participating in program peer & gate reviews, supporting program management reviews (PMRs), and coordinating technical activity amongst the program IPTs. The CE performs weekly/monthly Cost Account Management (CAM) reviews with IPTs and is responsible for technical, cost and schedule performance for the engineering content on a program. Communicates within and outside of the organization which include customers or vendors. The CE receives engineering direction from and is accountable to a Directorate Chief Engineer (DCE), who has overall Program Engineering responsibility for successfully proposing, developing and delivering Product Line solutions. Work consists of making significant improvements of processes, systems, solutions, or products to enhance performance of job area. Implements strategic goals established by leadership. Qualifications and Education Requirements: Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or Sciences 8+ years of USG/DoD development program experience 3+ years of Engineering Lead experience in USG/DoD development programs 3+ years of experience with IBM/Rational or Atlassian development and collaboration tools, DOORS, Earned Value Management (EVM), and Microsoft Project Due to U.S. Government contract requirements, only U.S. citizens are eligible for this role. Preferred Skills: Advanced Master's Degree in an engineering discipline 5+ years of experience within the training and simulation industry 3+ years of experience performing as liaison between program management, engineering management, and the technical disciplines involved in a project. 3+ years of experience performing as primary technical interface with USG/DoD customers. Work Environment: Works at job activities that require sitting, standing or walking for short periods throughout the day and focused visual concentration or focused listening Work is sometimes performed in an environment where irritants such as noise, temperature, and lighting variations may exist. Some time will be spent in a development lab and occasion travel (10% of the time) Physical Demands: Must be able to perform normal office duties (e.g. sitting for long periods at a desk) Must be able to travel CONUS/OCONUS via car and airplane Must be able to climb stairs to enter and exit a simulator Other Duties: Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for their job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. CAE USA Inc. is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to any protected characteristic, including disability and protected veteran status, as defined under federal, state, or local laws.
The Chief Engineer (CE) leads, coordinates, and exercises technical program execution authority over Integrated Product Teams (IPTs) for planning, organizing, controlling, integration, execution of, and close out of engineering content on a variety of flight simulator programs. The position will work closely with senior level program engineering management. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Responsible for managing large, complex project initiatives of strategic importance to the organization, involving large cross-functional teams. The CE performs as the technical lead over the assigned engineering team on a program to include leading/participating in program peer & gate reviews, supporting program management reviews (PMRs), and coordinating technical activity amongst the program IPTs. The CE performs weekly/monthly Cost Account Management (CAM) reviews with IPTs and is responsible for technical, cost and schedule performance for the engineering content on a program. Communicates within and outside of the organization which include customers or vendors. The CE receives engineering direction from and is accountable to a Directorate Chief Engineer (DCE), who has overall Program Engineering responsibility for successfully proposing, developing and delivering Product Line solutions. Work consists of making significant improvements of processes, systems, solutions, or products to enhance performance of job area. Implements strategic goals established by leadership. Qualifications and Education Requirements: Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or Sciences 8+ years of USG/DoD development program experience 3+ years of Engineering Lead experience in USG/DoD development programs 3+ years of experience with IBM/Rational or Atlassian development and collaboration tools, DOORS, Earned Value Management (EVM), and Microsoft Project Due to U.S. Government contract requirements, only U.S. citizens are eligible for this role. Preferred Skills: Advanced Master's Degree in an engineering discipline 5+ years of experience within the training and simulation industry 3+ years of experience performing as liaison between program management, engineering management, and the technical disciplines involved in a project. 3+ years of experience performing as primary technical interface with USG/DoD customers. Work Environment: Works at job activities that require sitting, standing or walking for short periods throughout the day and focused visual concentration or focused listening Work is sometimes performed in an environment where irritants such as noise, temperature, and lighting variations may exist. Some time will be spent in a development lab and occasion travel (10% of the time) Physical Demands: Must be able to perform normal office duties (e.g. sitting for long periods at a desk) Must be able to travel CONUS/OCONUS via car and airplane Must be able to climb stairs to enter and exit a simulator Other Duties: Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for their job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. CAE USA Inc. is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to any protected characteristic, including disability and protected veteran status, as defined under federal, state, or local laws.