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Chief Engineer



DCS Corp | Beavercreek



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DCS is seeking a Chief Engineer to lead the engineering efforts for a future PACAF research, development, integration, testing and evaluation project. The effort will deliver warfighter-ready capabilities to PACAF.



The position is anticipated to be in Beavercreek, OH with some travel to CONUS and OCONUS locations.



The ideal candidate would have a PhD in an Engineering Discipline with prior experience supporting the Air Force Research Laboratory. Ideally, the candidate would be a retired USAF Colonel or GS-15 or equivalent.




Essential Job Functions:



Prior experience managing a technology portfolio and the business operations of a complex R&D Organization in AFRL.



Led and managed an R&D Organization with 100+ employees.



Provided technical review and guidance for R&D programs.



Prior experience serving as a member of an Executive Group.



Experience developing and managing large ($100M+ R&D budgets.



Ability to work with large and small business subcontractors to research a project, develop solutions, integration of solutions, test and evaluation of solutions, deliver a prototype project, and work with AFLCMC to move projects to full acquisition.



Experience with C5ISRT, counter-C5ISRT, and Agile Combat Employment is a plus.




Travel: Travel may be required per the customer's discretion




Required Skills:



Due to the sensitivity of customer related requirements, U.S. Citizenship is required.



Must have and be able to maintain a Top Secret Level Clearance with SCI eligibility.



Master's Degree or PhD in an engineering field and 20+ years of experience with 12+ years of experience in the DoD. PhD is preferred.