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Senior Systems Engineering Manager (Defense)
Job Title: Defense Systems Engineering Manager
Location: Pittsburgh, PA
Compensation: $195,000 - $205,000 per year
Company Overview
We are partnering with a prestigious client located in Greater Pittsburgh, PA Area in their search for a highly skilled Senior Systems Engineering Manager. The chosen candidate will be responsible for leading and managing all aspects of systems engineering, including design, program management, and technical innovation.
Responsibilities
- Lead and oversee complex defense programs
- Create and refine technical strategies, cost estimates, and proposals
- Foster a culture of innovation and guide research and development efforts
- Supervise specialized teams across various engineering disciplines
- Drive hiring, onboarding, performance reviews, and professional growth initiatives
- Make key decisions on design, architecture, and technologies
- Collaborate with program leaders and external partners to analyze system requirements
- Address risks and ensure program milestones are achieved
- Lead and develop a high-performing engineering team
Qualifications
- Strong background in Systems Engineering and Systems Design
- Proven experience in transitioning designs into production
- Expertise in Program Management
- Experience working with the Department of Defense (Preferred)
- Knowledge in Embedded Electronics (Preferred)
- 8+ years of Engineering Management Experience
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Software, or Systems Engineering (Master's degree preferred)
- Must qualify for a DoD Secret Clearance (U.S. Citizenship is mandatory)
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