Deputy Chief Engineer - Computer Engineering / Electrical Engineering

Saab Automobile AB

• $165K — $223K *
Aerospace & Defense
15+ years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • BA/BS in Computer Engineering or Electrical Engineering required, MS preferred
  • 20+ years in DoD radar development, systems, software, mechanical, or electrical experience
  • Experience communicating technical concepts to both technical and non-technical leaders
  • Deep understanding of the system development lifecycle across engineering disciplines
  • 10+ years of technical project management experience including budget and scheduling
  • Strong problem-solving and analytical troubleshooting skills
  • Effective communication and presentation skills for executive level stakeholders

Responsibilities

  • Provide technical oversight for Surveillance products and program development
  • Lead non-advocate reviews and give feedback on designs and integration
  • Resolve complex technical issues involving Hardware and Software
  • Mentor program and engineering teams with technical guidance
  • Facilitate key technical discussions with customers
  • Define technical roadmaps in collaboration with the organization
  • Lead technical activities to meet organizational strategies
  • Coordinate external technical interfaces effectively

Benefits

  • Medical, vision, and dental insurance for employees and dependents
  • Generous paid time off, including 8 designated holidays
  • 401(k) with employer contributions
  • Tuition assistance and student loan assistance
  • Wellness and employee assistance resources
  • Employee stock purchase opportunities
  • Short-term and long-term disability coverage
Full Job Description
Job Description:

Saab, Inc. is adding a Deputy Chief Engineer for the Computer Engineering/Electrical Engineering discipline to our Surveillance team to partner with leadership in the development and execution of the technical baseline of the Surveillance radar portfolio. A technical subject matter expert in the radar development engineering field, Chief Engineers drive the processes that govern the technical management of projects across the organization and ensure strong development rigor is applied.

Responsibilities include but not limited to:
  • Provide technical oversight to the Surveillance products and program development
  • Lead non-advocate reviews, providing critical feedback on the design, integration and test plans.
  • Support the resolution of highly complex technical challenges with both Hardware and Software components
  • Provide technical guidance and mentoring to the program and engineering teams
  • Lead key technical discussions with customers
  • Working with the organization to define technical roadmaps
  • Lead key technical activities to achieve organizational strategies and objectives
  • Coordinate external technical interfaces


Compensation Range: $165,700 - $223,800

The compensation range provided is a general guideline. When extending an offer, Saab, Inc. considers factors including (but not limited to) the role and associated responsibilities, location, and market and business considerations, as well as the candidate's work experience, key skills, and education/training.

Skills and Experience:

  • BA/BS in Computer Engineering or Electrical Engineering (or equivalent) required, MS degree preferred
  • 20+ years of experience directly relevant experience in the DoD radar development field, including systems, software, mechanical, or electrical experience developing defense applications.
  • Demonstrated experience understanding, interpreting, and communicating multidisciplinary technical concepts/issues to both technical and non-technical leadership
  • Detailed understanding of the entire system development lifecycle and the interactions with various engineering disciplines, including system design, fabrication, integration, and testing
  • 10+ years of technical project management experience, including budget planning, schedule generation, and project monitoring
  • Excellent problem-solving skills and strong, demonstrated analytical troubleshooting aptitude
  • Highly effective communication and presentation skills, with strong competency in communicating to executive level stakeholders


Citizenship Requirements:

Must be a U.S. citizen. Applicants selected may be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

Benefits:

Saab provides an excellent working environment offering professional growth opportunities, competitive wages, work-life balance, a business casual atmosphere and comprehensive benefits.

Highlights include:
  • Medical, vision, and dental insurance for employees and dependents
  • Generous paid time off, including 8 designated holidays
  • 401(k) with employer contributions
  • Tuition assistance and student loan assistance
  • Wellness and employee assistance resources
  • Employee stock purchase opportunities
  • Short-term and long-term disability coverage


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