Mantech

MANTECH seeks a mission-driven Chief Engineer to lead a multidisciplinary engineering and fabrication team within a dynamic rapid prototyping environment in Stafford, VA.

This leadership role is focused on delivering innovative, field-ready solutions in an agile development setting. You will direct engineering efforts, oversee technical execution, and guide the integration of advanced prototyping processes to meet evolving operational requirements.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Leading day-to-day operations of a high-performing engineering and fabrication team
• Driving rapid development cycles for hardware prototypes from concept through integration
• Coordinating across disciplines (mechanical, electrical, software) to ensure cohesive solution delivery
• Defining project scope, schedules, and resource requirements in alignment with mission priorities
• Establishing engineering standards and enforcing quality control measures throughout the development lifecycle
• Mentoring junior engineers and fostering a collaborative innovation culture
• Serving as the primary technical point of contact with stakeholders and ensuring customer satisfaction

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science or a related technical field
• 20 years of engineering experience, including leadership of multidisciplinary teams focusing on unmanned systems, Robotics, and Expeditionary Warfare
• 20 years of unmanned systems design, development, test, delivery, and training for live force experimentation and fielding
• Governmental  Systems Planning, Research, Development and Engineering (SPRDE) Level III certification qualifications, or industry equivalent
• Demonstrated success managing prototype or low-rate production projects
• Deep understanding of systems engineering practices and hands-on development processes
• Strong background in hardware integration and troubleshooting across electro-mechanical domains

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in Engineering, Systems, or Applied Sciences
• Prior work in government or defense prototyping environments as a Senior Engineer
• Familiarity with rapid development workflows and field testing methodologies
• Program and Project Management experience with technical teams in a rapid prototyping and ever-changing requirements environment
• CAD proficiency and experience interfacing with machine shops and fabricators

Clearance Requirements:

• Must be able to obtain and maintain a security clearance appropriate for the position.

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50%
• Needs to occasionally move about inside the lab or shop environment to inspect builds and prototypes
• Frequently communicates with engineers, technicians, and government personnel. Must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations