Autonomy Chief Engineer
- Countries
- USA
- Job Types
- software & tech, leadership & management
- Experience
- mid
- Organization Types
- aerospace, climate & sustainability, startups
- Location
- Manassas
- Posted Date
- Company
- Electra.aero
- Salary
- USD175,000.0 - USD215,000.0 annually
AI Summary
Job Description
Lead the design and integration of flight autonomy systems for aircraft. Architect and integrate systems, understand customer needs, develop requirements, and manage supplier engagement. Define concepts of operations, system architecture, and integration strategies. Develop and trace requirements, assess verification approaches, and lead gate reviews and development plans.
Hard Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Aerospace Engineering, Computer Science, Robotics, Electrical engineering, or equivalent experience
- US Persons required
- Extensive experience (typically 12+ years) in flight autonomy or highly automated systems development
- Proven ownership of complex autonomous system design and integration
- Experience supporting or participating in government certification programs, including FAA and/or defense airworthiness processes
- Strong background in formal development processes (e.g., ARP4754B)
- Demonstrated technical leadership of engineering teams and supplier engagements
- Experience conducting trade studies and preparing for design reviews
- Excellent communication skills
Soft Requirements
- Pilot certificate preferred
- Familiarity with development and test planning for ground and flight activities
- Demonstrated experience supporting or leading certification activities, including FAA or defense airworthiness
- Demonstrated mentorship of senior engineers and IPT leads