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Sierra Nevada Corporation Engineering Lead – Discipline Team Management in Lone Tree, Colorado
SNC has led thoughtful and disruptive change in the aerospace and defense industry for the past 60 years and now, we’re applying this tenacity and expertise to the U.S. Air Force’s (USAF) Survivable Airborne Operations Center (SAOC) mission. Join the SNC-led SAOC team and be a part of exciting and meaningful work to modernize and deliver the next-generation SAOC aircraft trusted by the President, Secretary of Defense and Chairs of the Joint Chiefs of Staff to ensure continued critical command, control and communication during national emergencies. If you’re passionate about building the airborne command post of the future, consider SNC for your next mission. Learn more about NC3 and SAOC here (https://www.sncorp.com/capabilities/nc3-systems/) .
SNC is seeking several Engineering Leads for staff management and support for the Systems, Project, Mechanical, Electrical, Structures, Aerospace, and Software Engineering teams and the pursuit of top talent that will continue to grow our amazing team of engineers! Do you see the people and culture as a company’s most valuable characteristics? Do you want to help drive the culture of your company by sourcing, supporting, and growing an engineering team that fosters your company values? At SNC, our people and culture are what set us apart from all others in our industry. You will be using your engineering knowledge and leadership skills to manage, coordinate, and execute on staffing activities within your specific skill and discipline areas. You'll also help develop and manage engineering staffing plans, training plans, onboarding actions, mentorship activities, closure of skill gaps, and reallocation of resources by owning and executing initiatives that meet the engineering growth needs of the organization.
The ISR (Intelligence, Surveillance & Reconnaissance), Aviation, and Security (IAS) business area is a leader in ISR and aviation, it is a leading prime manned and unmanned aircraft systems integrator for innovative, high-performance ISR and aviation systems. Its end-to-end Command, Control, Computers, Communications and Intelligence, Surveillance & Reconnaissance (C4ISR) capabilities encompass design, integration, test, certification, ground/flight training and complete logistics support. IAS tailors solutions to customer cost, performance, and schedule requirements and designs to consistently exceed expectations – with an unrivaled record of on time and on (or under) budget deliveries. Learn more about IAS (https://www.sncorp.com/careers/isr-aviation-security/)
Here’s what you can expect:
Generous paid time off and flex time
Friendly and talented colleagues
Exclusive SNC company events
Leadership and development training
SNC Mentorship Program
Education reimbursement
Modern Campus setting built with collaboration spaces, spectacular mountain views and natural light throughout
Free to use fitness center on-site
State-of-the-art coffee house
Full-service Cafeteria with planned breakfast and lunch options
Access to walking and biking trails
Responsibilities Include:
Work with Business Area to determine staffing requirements for your respective Design and Analysis engineering disciplines
Work with Engineering Resource Manager and Talent Acquisition team to source, screen, interview, and make offers to top caliber engineering talent
Work with Engineering Resource Manager and University Recruiting team to support entry level and intern recruiting, staffing, training, mentoring, and onboarding
Work with University Recruiting team to update and execute partner school strategy to include career fairs, industry days, on campus societies to continue to build on SNC's diverse backgrounds and experiences
Must-haves:
Bachelor's of Science degree in a related discipline and typically 8 or more years of relevant technical experience
Understanding of engineering principles and practices
Experience with Computer Aided Engineering tools, analysis and simulation
Experience interviewing engineering candidates for technical positions
Excellent communication and organizational skills
Ability to work in multi-disciplinary design and development teams
Preferred:
Typically 4-6 years of relevant leadership and/or management experience
Exposure to recruiting employees; assigning, directing, and evaluating their work; and overseeing the development and maintenance of staff competence
Experience with identifying and coordinating resources to ensure the required tools, processes, and training are available/effective and programs are staffed and supported to achieve success
Extensive experience training and mentoring other engineers in your field
Understanding of how to prepare project schedules, budgets, bids, and estimates for proposed program work packages
Background in the Aerospace and Defense Industry
Ability to motivate/work with others
Prior exposure to working successfully in a highly collaborative, fast-paced environment emphasizing rapid prototyping and fielding of capabilities, with minimal supervision
At SNC we deliver customer-focused technology and best-of-breed integrations in the aerospace and defense sectors. SNC has been honored as one of the most innovative U.S. companies in space, a Tier One Superior Supplier for the U.S. Air Force, and as one of America’s fastest-growing companies. Learn more about SNC (https://www.sncorp.com/who-we-are/about-snc/)
Estimated Starting Salary Range: $120,552.10 - $165,759.14. SNC considers several factors when extending job offers, including but not limited to candidates’ key skills, relevant work experience, and education/training/certifications.
SNC offers annual incentive pay based upon performance that is commensurate with the level of the position.
SNC offers a generous benefit package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, 401(k) with 150% match up to 6%, life insurance, 3 weeks paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and more (https://www.sncorp.com/careers/total-rewards/) .
IMPORTANT NOTICE:
To conform to U.S. Government international trade regulations, applicant must be a U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State or U.S. Department of Commerce.
Learn more about the background check process for Security Clearances. (https://www.dcsa.mil/About/)
SNC is a global leader in aerospace and national security committed to moving the American Dream forward. We’re known and respected for our mission and execution focus, agility, and disruptive and rapid innovation. We provide leading edge technologies and transformative solutions that support our nation’s most critical security needs. If you are mission-focused, thrive in collaborative environments, and want to make our country stronger with state-of-the-art technologies that safeguard freedom, join our team!