Job Description:Chief Engineer - Radar Division (M2S2 Program)Parsons is in search of an amazingly talented
Chief Engineer to join our team! The Chief Engineer will bring deep technical expertise in surface-based radar design combined with program management acumen to support the US Army's Multi-Mission Surveillance Systems (M2S2) product office. This individual will serve as a vital technical bridge between Parsons, the equipment manufacturer, and a cross-functional team of engineers, logisticians, and business management personnel - driving surface-based radar systems from proof of concept through full-scale deployment to the battlefield.
What You'll Be Doing:- Serve as the senior technical authority for surface-based radar design, development, and integration efforts supporting the M2S2 product office.
- Partner closely with the major OEM radar manufacturer to guide technology maturation from proof of concept through full-scale production and fielding.
- Provide engineering leadership across radar subsystems, including counterfire target acquisition, air surveillance, air defense, fire control, and command and control systems.
- Lead and contribute to technical evaluations of proposals, contract start meetings, technical interchange meetings (TIMs), and design reviews.
- Support development of performance specifications and performance work statements (PWS) in coordination with government and industry stakeholders.
- Conduct threat analysis and technology evaluation to inform system design decisions and program direction.
- Identify, assess, and mitigate technical and programmatic risks across the radar development lifecycle.
- Oversee analog engineering, real-time embedded computing, and software engineering efforts supporting radar system design.
- Apply modeling & simulation and statistical analysis methods to validate system performance and inform design trade-offs.
- Participate in and support test documentation, test readiness reviews (TRRs), and test oversight activities.
- Guide technology transition efforts, ensuring smooth handoff from development to operational deployment.
- Represent technical program status and risks at program management meetings, briefing government and Parsons leadership as needed.
- Ensure all engineering activities align with DoD acquisition processes, milestones, and regulatory requirements.
What Required Skills You'll Bring:- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineering, or a related technical field.
- Minimum of 10 years of experience in radar engineering, systems engineering, or related defense technology development.
- Demonstrated experience with surface-based radar design and a major OEM radar manufacturer.
- Proven track record transitioning technology from proof of concept to full-scale deployment.
- Strong background in one or more of the following: counterfire target acquisition, air surveillance, air defense, fire control, or command and control systems.
- Experience with threat analysis, technology evaluation, and risk management within a defense acquisition environment.
- Working knowledge of analog engineering, real-time embedded computing, and software engineering principles as applied to radar systems.
- Familiarity with modeling & simulation tools and statistical analysis methods.
- Solid understanding of the DoD acquisition lifecycle, including performance specifications, PWS development, design reviews, and test readiness processes.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to represent technical positions to government customers, industry partners, and senior leadership.
- Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD security clearance
What Desired Skills You'll Bring:- Prior direct experience supporting the Multi-Mission Surveillance Systems (M2S2) program or a similar Army radar/surveillance product office.
- Experience leading or participating in technical interchange meetings (TIMs) and formal design reviews (PDR/CDR) for radar or sensor systems.
- Familiarity with government contract vehicles and proposal technical evaluation processes.
- Advanced degree in Engineering or a related technical discipline.
- Experience with fire control radar or air defense system integration in an operational or test environment.
Security Clearance Requirement:An active Secret security clearance is required for this position.
This position is part of our Federal Solutions team.
Salary Range: $103,500.00 - $181,100.00
We value our employees and want our employees to take care of their overall wellbeing, which is why we offer best-in-class benefits such as medical, dental, vision, paid time off, Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), 401(k), life insurance, flexible work schedules, and holidays to fit your busy lifestyle!
